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St. Vincent de Paul is the world leader in mattress recycling. DR3, our operation in California, was the first commercially viable mattress recycling business in the world. Today, with operations in Livermore, Woodland, and Stockton, California; and Eugene, Oregon; we recycle over 300,000 mattresses and box spring foundations each year! We have also helped six other non-profits launch their own sustainable mattress recycling initiatives through our mentoring arm, Cascade Alliance.
How Does It Work?
Mattresses and boxsprings are cut open and separated into various components, including cotton, foam, wood and steel. These materials are baled and shipped out for recycling.
In addition to providing a benefit for the planet St. Vincent’s de Paul’s mattress recycling program creates entry-level jobs for ex-offenders and others who have barriers to employment. We pay above minimum wage, provide benefits such as health care, and give people transferable skills that can help them find good-paying jobs in the community.
For more information about St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County, check out our website at www.svdp.us.
Check out our mentoring arm, Cascade Alliance, if your non-profit is interested in learning more about generating revenue through recycling, retail thrift, and the circular economy at www.cascadealliance.us.