ReClaim It: Devoted to reducing waste
& promoting creative reuse in our community.
Our nonprofit & reuse retail store salvages materials from “the dump”
(Metro Central Transfer Station operated by Recology)
for artists, neighbors & DIYers to reuse, repair & reimagine.
ReClaim It
Online Store
From jewelry to vintage trinkets to oddities... it's time to buy the latest treasures saved from the trash from the comfort of your home. Keep in mind these items are for pick up only.
GLEAN CFA
GLEAN's Call for Artists applications are open! 5 months. 5 artists. Infinite materials at the transfer station. Get your portfolios & proposals organized—the call will remain open until October 17, 2025.
Join the Board!
Cracked Pots/ReClaim It is looking for passionate & skilled individuals to join our Board of Directors & help us expand our impact in sustainability, creative reuse, & community engagement.
REUSE
Our goal is to reduce the number of items that end their journey at the landfill and raise awareness about creative reuse. Through our partnership with Recology, we gather materials from the Metro Central Transfer Station, including wood, metal, and vintage goods. We train our volunteers to collect items you can reuse in your home, garden, or creative projects.
REPAIR
Much of what we recover from the Metro Central Transfer Station needs only a little TLC to reenter the home or garden. Volunteers clean and repair items in the store to save pieces for future use. Need a special piece of metal, wood, or wire? We’re likely to have it, along with a few items you didn't know you needed!
REIMAGINE
To us, nothing is junk. Each piece we glean, repair, or save can be used creatively for practical or artistic purposes. We love to collaborate with our neighbors in the thriving North Portland community. Have a creative bent yourself? Apply to show at one of our many art shows or events. Connect with us here.
You can find our organization’s mission, vision, and diversity, equity & inclusion statements here.
What are people saying about ReClaim It?
“What a wonderful shop with so many great finds for a great price! Not to mention everything sold is saved from going to a landfill somewhere!” -CD
“A great spot for thrifty treasure hunters. Creative reuse and inspiration can be found in abundance here. The staff is always friendly and helpful and I love supporting them because they make a big difference in our community. For some extra fun follow them on Instagram to keep up with the latest finds.” -JC
“a wonderful store, found a few random items i was looking for. buttons, stickers, and thread. the staff is really helpful and the price is very reasonable than expected.” -KF
“Cute quaint little thrift store nestled in a cozy neighborhood owner was delightful pleasant and informative” -DP
