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.
Now Hiring: Retail Manager!
To better support our team & create a structure that truly meets those needs, we redefined the previous Store Manager position. This includes revising both the job description & the job title.
We’re excited to welcome someone new to continue driving forward our mission of waste reduction & creative reuse, while managing a store full of one-of-a-kind treasures salvaged from the transfer station.
Think it might be you or someone you know? Learn more at the link in bio. Thanks for helping us spread the word!
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.
Call for Artists
Holiday Shop 2025
ReClaim It/Cracked Pots is now accepting applications for Holiday Shop 2025, a seasonal pop-up in Portland featuring art & gifts made from at least 80% salvaged or recycled materials.
Join the Board!
Cracked Pots/ReClaim It is looking for passionate & skilled individuals to join our Board of Directors & help us expand our impact in sustainability, creative reuse, & community engagement.
5 months. 5 artists.
Endless Material Opportunity at the Transfer Station.
Our Programs
What We Do
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?
“What a wonderful shop with so many great finds for a great price! Not to mention everything sold is saved from going to a landfill somewhere!” -CD
“A great spot for thrifty treasure hunters. Creative reuse and inspiration can be found in abundance here. The staff is always friendly and helpful and I love supporting them because they make a big difference in our community. For some extra fun follow them on Instagram to keep up with the latest finds.” -JC
“a wonderful store, found a few random items i was looking for. buttons, stickers, and thread. the staff is really helpful and the price is very reasonable than expected.” -KF
“Cute quaint little thrift store nestled in a cozy neighborhood owner was delightful pleasant and informative” -DP
