Project stationery

As previously mentioned, we were super pleased to have Project Stationery here once again over summer. They do an amazing job redistributing school supplies so that they don’t end up in landfill - and at the same time remind schools about the waste that can be generated so easily if families are asked to purchase materials that just aren’t really needed.

So, what do they do with all the stuff they collect?

Things that are basically brand new/never been used go to school packs for organisations like St Kilda Mums to save families $$$ where needed, whilst organisations like kindergartens and neighbourhood houses are VERY happy (well just speaking on ACCs behalf really) to receive a charming mix of metallic markers (for example) that can be used for our art classes … and a variety of stickers that can be used for name badges or for our art sales when we have events etc. … and various colours of sharpies that can be used for our signs …. oh the list goes on! Paper, cardboard, white folders for our office, plastic dividers for the folders …pens, pencils, watercolour crayons !?! … $$ saved on these basic office and admin supplies and fun arty materials means more $$ for other things -improving our programming for you, our community!

If you are interested in finding out more about the outcomes of Project Stationery for this summer, you can read their report here.

We’re so lucky to have dynamos like Brigitte and Amelia in our community getting everyone organised and stuff done. Thanks … and thanks also to all the volunteers who helped out!

If you want to find out more about Project Stationery or find out about their next stationery drive, you can contact them directly via Facebook or Instagram!