Green Planet Team Textile Recycling Foundation

Programs

1. Pajama Drive focused on community engagement through environmental education coupled with a charitable donation. We hosted a forum to discuss the importance of recycling and protecting the environment. Following the educational session participants received Christmas-themed pajamas.The forum and pajama donation event was attended by 400 community members ranging from families to individual residents.The program successfully raised awareness about sustainable practices among participants.The distribution of pajamas not only fulfilled a community need but also served as a festive incentive to engage residents in a vital conversation about environmental stewardship. The total expenditure for this program included the purchase of 400 sets of Christmas-themed pajamas and operational costs for hosting the forum. The funds were sourced entirely from community donations highlighting strong local support for environmental education.

   $5,000 spent
   69% of program spending

2. Spring Closet Clean Out initiative designed to promote sustainability and educate the community about the circular economy. We collected donated clothes sorted them and repackaged them into bags based on size and gender for redistribution to the community. Concurrently attendees received education on home recycling techniques and the broader benefits of the circular economy.The program directly benefited 338 community members who participated in the clothing redistribution and educational session. This number reflects the individuals who actively engaged in the program by donating receiving clothes or attending the educational forum.Funding for this program covered the costs of collecting sorting and repackaging the clothes as well as organizing and conducting the educational sessions. Expenses were supported through local donations aimed at environmental sustainability projects. This program showcased effective use of resources to achieve significant environment impact.

   $1,490 spent
   20% of program spending

3. Mother's Day volunteer drive. We purchased and distributed beauty items and makeup to women in need within our community. This initiative not only provided essential beauty products but also served as an opportunity to engage with the recipients about our organization's mission and to inspire them to join our volunteer efforts.The program directly benefited 97 women who received carefully selected beauty products.Additionally the event facilitated meaningful discussions about the ways in which the recipients could give back to the community by becoming volunteers. This dual approach not only addressed immediate personal needs but also strengthened our volunteer base and community engagement.Expenses for this program included the purchase of the beauty items and operational costs associated with the event such as venue materials for educational sessions about volunteering and transportation of goods. Funding was sourced from dedicated donors.

   $800 spent
   11% of program spending

The 3 programs described on its FY2023 Form 990-EZ. Program spending in total: $7,290.