Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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What's the point?
What's the point?
Cans For Clubs achieves two goals with one program. First, it provides a way to fund environmental clubs, but it also recycles cans that might have otherwise been thrown away.
How does collecting cans actually raise money?
How does collecting cans actually raise money?
Cans can be redeemed for cash either through state bottle deposit programs (in eligible states) or through scrap metal recycling by weight.
Where does the money raised go?
Where does the money raised go?
100% of funds raised go directly to your school's environmental club; no cuts are taken elsewhere.
Does it cost anything to join?
Does it cost anything to join?
No, there's no cost to start a chapter. All you need is the effort and determination to get it started!
Is Cans For Clubs only for high schools?
Is Cans For Clubs only for high schools?
Right now the focus is on high schools, but reach out if you're interested from a middle school, we're open to it.
Who can become a Leader?
Who can become a Leader?
Any student (with support from a teacher or club advisor) can apply. No experience is required.
What happens after I apply?
What happens after I apply?
We'll follow up with a simple starter guide covering collection setup and how to report your progress. As you navigate the setup, feel free to email us at anytime!
Do I need permission from my school to start a chapter?
Do I need permission from my school to start a chapter?
Yes, since Cans For Clubs involves handling cans and money on your school's property, having a teacher or staff member involved is a vital part of getting started.
Do Leaders Report anything back to Cans For Clubs?
Do Leaders Report anything back to Cans For Clubs?
Once you have the system set up, all you need to report is the number of cans you got, and what environmental projects you did with the raised funds!
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