Join in the on-campus fun and take part in events that fund scholarships, raise awareness and support student ideas happening year-round!
Sustainability events
Thrift & Thrive
Free Household Goods for Students
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | COM Dining
In need of kitchen supplies? Small appliances? Bedding and Linens? School supplies? Our Thrift & Thrive event offers these supplies and more to students for free! We collect clean, working household items in good condition and redistribute them to where they’re needed.
Review list of requested donations
E-waste and Scrap Metal Recycling
Drive up and drop off
Oct. 8 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Lot Y-12 (SW corner of campus behind ITC, follow signs)
Must show a college ID or business card to participate — students, staff, faculty only.
E-waste Recycling
Computers and networking equipment, video and gaming equipment, communication equipment, home and pro audio equipment, medical and lab equipment, office equipment, home appliances and kitchen equipment, lawn and garden equipment (no gas or oil), electronic exercise equipment, photography and lighting
Fees for these items (cash or check collected at event):
- Cathode tube TVs or CRT monitors, projection TVs, flat screens – $20-$50
- Freon containing items such as freezers, fridges, A/C units, dehumidifiers – $10
For a full list of recyclable items and fees, visit .
Scrap Metal Recycling
Old grills, patio furniture, wheel barrows, screen door and window frames, gutters, downspouts, rakes, shovels, metal fencing, railings, shelving, hardware, tools, metal posts, pipes, plumbing fittings, saw blades, metal rims (no tires), license plates, light fixtures (no bulbs or ballasts), wire, insulated wire or cable, Christmas lights, ovens, washer/dryer, garbage disposals, water heaters, electric motors, hedge clippers, bicycles, filing cabinets, weight lifting equipment, ironing boards, pots and pans, popcorn tins, home decor
For a full list of recyclable and prohibited items, visit .
Also accepting donations for Thrift & Thrive, a free student thrift market for small household good.
Contact recycle@jccc.edu with questions.
Harvest Days 2025
More information to come for fall events.
Harvest Dinner
Take a seat at 色色研究所’s celebrated farm-to-table dinner, the community-based annual event that supports Sustainable Agriculture scholarships.
Epicenter
Explore action-oriented climate solutions for the Kansas City region! Epicenter is a free, annual conference geared for high school juniors/seniors and college undergrads looking to learn the latest in sustainability trends.
Earth Days
Celebrate our planet through exciting activities on campus.