Meanwhile, Trees For Tomorrow will direct their $1000 Green Gift towards their weeklong Natural Resources Careers Exploration Week. Slated for June 2024, this program offers high school students valuable exposure and insight into potential careers in the field of natural resources.
Going Green: How Cellcom's Recycling Initiative Benefits Nonprofits and the Planet
Cellcom, an innovative wireless and broadband company, has set a shining example of corporate social responsibility with its unique Green Gifts program. Each year, the money generated from Cellcom's cell phone recycling program goes back into the community, funding environmental projects undertaken by various local nonprofits across Northwoods.
This year, a total of 26 organizations received a share of the whopping $23,000 in Green Gifts from Cellcom, helping them address various environmental challenges. Among the recipients were the Wild Instincts, North Lakeland Discovery Center, Trees For Tomorrow, and the Camp Nicolet Foundation.
Wild Instincts, a nonprofit in Wisconsin, is planning to utilize their $1000 Green Gift to construct a bat enclosure. This project will play a pivotal role in rehabilitating and reviving the state's bat population.
The North Lakeland Discovery Center received $600, which is allocated towards the creation of an herb and edible flower garden. This garden not only contributes to local biodiversity but also offers an enriching educational experience.
Lastly, the Camp Nicolet Foundation, which received a $500 Green Gift, aims to support the growth of native plants in an area severely impacted by flooding.
In the past 20 years, Cellcom's recycling program has generated an impressive $604,206 for local nonprofits. Operating its own regional network across Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, Cellcom has demonstrated a fundamental commitment to sustainable business practices and the environment.
With initiatives like the Green Gifts program, Cellcom invites us to rethink the intersection of technology, environment, and community. By recycling old cell phones, every individual has the potential to aid vital environmental projects and make a tangible impact. It's the perfect blend of technology and the environment, all working in harmony for a greener future.
View a full list of recipients here.