What is recycling?

Recycling is the processing of used materials into new products to save resources and energy, and the collection, storage and transportation of those materials from the initial user.   The daily massive use of materials not only depletes Earth of its natural resources but it also destroys the environment in the process.  It is estimated that Kankakee County is currently recycling only 20% of the materials that are disposed of from there household.  The remaining 80% of these recycled materials are going directly to a landfill.  By recycling, we can reduce the massive consumption of natural resources, save our environment and help a fellow soldier who has sacrificed a portion of there life for our freedom. 

What do I need to do?

All you need to do is to start recycling all your cans, siding copper, cast iron, steel, brass, old machinery, cardboard, paper, plastic, glass, electronics, scrap metal, stainless steel and even your old car or light truck.  When you are ready to recycle your materials you can bring these recycled materials to Belsons Scrap & Steel in Bradley Illinois or River Valley Recycling, LLC in Kankakee Illinois.  Identify that you are recycling for Task Force Hammer and the proceeds of your recycling efforts will be placed in a Task Force Hammer Account.

Will this cost me anything?

There is no cost for this process other than the time and efforts from you to recycle your household goods and the minimal costs associated with you driving your recycled materials to the recycling partners.

Where do these proceeds go?

Since the veterans have dedicated a portion of there lives for our freedom these proceeds will go to veterans in Kankakee County who are now in need of our assistance.  These proceeds would cover materials and or labor to repair our Veterans home.

Help us recycle for our Veterans!