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Student Creative Recycle Art Program (S.C.R.A.P.) Gallery

Overview

S.C.R.A.P. Gallery is a nonprofit organization that accepts a variety of materials for reuse by teachers and artists. Materials are donated by local businesses and manufacturers for reuse by teachers, artists, and community programs at the S.C.R.A.P. Gallery warehouse. Programs include waste prevention education, field trips for K-12 to S.C.R.A.P. Gallery, recycled interactive exhibits, Earth Day projects, and special events. Conservation and reuse are promoted through hands-on exploration with discarded materials. Arts and dance workshops help students understand complex environmental issues.

Operations

S.C.R.A.P. Gallery is supported through the cooperation of the following: Cathedral City, City of Indian Wells, City of Indio, City of Palm Desert, City of Rancho Mirage, County of Riverside, Desert Communities Empowerment Zone, Economic Development Agency, and Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival.

Materials Accepted

Materials suitable for reuse by teachers and artists.

Source of Materials

Local businesses and manufacturers. All materials are donated.

Geographic Service Area

Coachella Valley, Riverside County.

Drop-Off Hours

Monday-Friday: 9:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Days/Hours of Operation

Same as drop-off hours.

Contact Information

Karen Riley, Executive Director
46-350 Arabia Street
Indio, California 92201
Major Cross Street: Highway 111
County: Riverside
Phone: (760) 863-7777
Fax: (760) 863-8973
Email: scrapgallery@earthlink.net
Website: www.nonprofitpages.com/scrapgallery/

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