Categories: Recycle

Where Can I (Wednesday) – Recycle Used Sneakers?

We had a reader question VIA the Twitter: Where Can I Recycle Old Sneakers in Philly?

Runners World’s peanut gallery recommends you replace your kicks an average of every 500 miles, which leads to a lot of unloved sneaks. Good news for you Broad Street & running enthusiasts: Philly has a few drop off locations for your used sneakers:

Philadelphia Runner accepts used shoes at all 3 locations. There’s a drop off bin & no requirements (according to the nice gentleman on the phone).
Nike’s Reuse-a-Shoe program accepts drop-offs at Philly’s Nike Factory Franklin Mills Store location (1455 Franklin Mills Cir., Sp 537A, Philadelphia, PA 19154)
Occasionally schools & organizations hold shoe drives like the Harambe Institute did this past fall. Keep your eyes peeled (we’ll update you of any we find!)

Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is the co-founder and Executive Director of Green Philly, an independent media organization making sustainability accessible, affordable and actionable. Since launching Green Philly in 2008, she has grown it from a passion project into a leading voice for local climate storytelling, pairing impactful journalism with community events and experiences. Julie is a frequent speaker on climate, media innovation and the future of local journalism, and is the creator of SustainPHL and EcoFair. Outside of Green Philly, you can find her hiking, biking, traveling, or exploring Philadelphia.