Community RePaint is a network of paint reuse schemes across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Last year, it saved 387,495 litres of paint from going to waste by distributing it to individuals and communities who needed it. Community RePaint schemes are run by a whole variety of organisations, from not-for-proft organisations that want to assist families on a low income and protect the environment, to local authorities wanting to reduce waste disposal costs whilst helping the local community.
Setup a Scheme
If you are part of a community group, charity or local authority and would like to run a Community RePaint scheme, or if you are already collecting paint for re-use and would like to become part of the national network visit: http://www.communityrepaint.org.
Support Available includes:
Technical advice and practical support
Guidance on relevant legislation
Liaison with local authorities and statutory bodies
The Community RePaint Technical Manual
Publicity materials
Advice on funding and income streams
As a member of the Community RePaint network you will also have access to:
Copies of the bi-monthly E-zine
National deals brokered with retailers and manufacturers
Technical documents and advice
Publicity for your scheme - inclusion on the website and listing on the Community RePaint database (used for handling enquiries from the general public and businesses)
Invitation to regional and national network, knowledge sharing events
Links to other voluntary and community sector programmes and services
Funding bids on behalf of the network
Access to the 'Members' Area' of the website
Getting Started
A short guide to setting up a Community RePaint Scheme is available for download from the Community Repaint website: http://www.communityrepaint.org.uk/setup-a-scheme/
You can also contact: http://www.communityrepaint.org.uk/contact-us/ for more information.
If you simply wish to obtain paint for your charity or community project please go to: http://www.communityrepaint.org.uk/need-paint/