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.
We’re Moving!
ReClaim It has found a new location! We're heading to 710 NW 17th Ave (NW 17th & Irving). Construction for the buildout will start soon with the hopes of opening to the public by the end of November.
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.
2025
Annual Report
Review our impact in 2025 with the ReClaim It/Cracked Pots Annual Report. Thanks for being part of our mission of reducing waste & supporting local creative reuse!
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?
“Really love this place. Great finds. I love the nonprofit business model of this place and the goodness it creates. If you are not a DYIer check since some things need repair or attention. I have gotten cool finds here. Most of the staff and volunteers seem positive and good.” -GK
“This is a household thrift store on steroids - in a good way. It has the feeling of an old dry goods place with stuff packed cheek by jowl so each visit is a treasure hunt. The people who run it are lovely, friendly and knowledgeable. And their stock reflects their No Waste philosophy. Many of the items have been used and loved and may require a little sanding, paint or stain.” -KE
“Lots of interesting goodies to be found! The space is pretty much maxed out. Looking forward to their new location! Came away with a pair of new heavy duty shelf brackets and a vintage triplett volt meter for only $5. Nice people work here, looking forward to coming back.” -SM
“Here's a shop that's actually part of the solution instead of part of the problem. Enhancing the life cycle of everything they come in contact with... And saving me $.
Righteous.” -TS
