Boxes at public libraries and in the lobbies of community centers often collect outdated cell phones. And the organizations behind the boxes ensure the units get whatever rehabbing is necessary before being handed over to any of a number of non-profit organizations that make them available to people in need.
If you aren't sure what to do with your old phone, try calling local social service agencies near where you live. Or, consider some of the following cell phone recycling/re-use options:
www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com
www.recellular.com/recycling/
www.recyclingforcharities.com
www.shelteralliance.net/cell-phone-collections/index.cfm
Shelter Alliance and
Recycling for Charities also have information for starting a cell phone recycling fundraiser for your non-profit organization.
Verizon Wireless says it recently hit 5 million donated phones in its recycling program, which turns them over to domestic violence survivors. All Verizon Wireless stores collect old phones, regardless of make or carrier.
