5 Creative Ways to Recycle and Repurpose Trophies and Medals

Trophies, medals, and awards are symbols of hard work, dedication, and achievement. However, what happens when their purpose is fulfilled, and they are no longer needed? Instead of letting them gather dust, customers can recycle and repurpose them in creative ways.

Here are 5 creative ways to help you recycle and repuprose trophies, medals and awards to reduce waste: 

1. Donate to Charities or Schools

One way to recycle trophies, medals, and awards is to donate them to charities or schools. Local organisations and charities such as the Salvation Army often accept donations of trophies and medals to donate, resell in their stores or repurpose for their own fundraising events. Schools may also use them for their own events or award ceremonies.

2. Recycle with Specialty Companies

Specialty companies offer recycling services specifically for trophies and medals. These companies will melt down the metal and reuse it to make new awards. Some companies may also accept the plastic or wooden components of the awards for recycling.

3. Turn Them into Art

Another creative way to repurpose trophies and medals is to turn them into art. For example, customers can create a trophy wall by mounting the trophies on a board and hanging them on the wall. Customers can also use the medals to create unique jewelry pieces or turn them into decorative ornaments.

4. Repurpose for Sports Teams

For customers involved in sports teams, repurposing trophies and medals is easy. They can be reused for future award ceremonies, or the team can create a trophy recycling program. The program would involve collecting used trophies from previous seasons and repurposing them for the current season.

5. Use Them for Home Decor

Trophies and medals can also be used for home decor. For example, customers can use them to create a unique bookend or paperweight. They can also be used as decorative pieces on shelves or in a display case.

In conclusion, there are many creative ways to recycle and repurpose trophies, medals, and awards. Whether customers donate them to charities, recycle them with specialty companies, turn them into art, repurpose them for sports teams, or use them for home decor, there are plenty of options to give these symbols of achievement a new life. Not only will these ideas help reduce waste, but they will also provide a sense of satisfaction knowing that the trophies and medals are being put to good use.

Who are we?

We are Trophies Plus Medals, and we understand how important awards are for sports teams and how they can provide motivation for teams to win. With the right award, you can celebrate the occasion and provide personalised recognition for a team’s achievement. Our goal is to enhance the overall experience of your games, tournament, or event with a tailored award. Contact us today to discuss your ideas and find your winning product. You can call us at 01788 42 22 22 or email us at sales@trophiesplusmedals.co.uk

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