REDUCE.

REUSE.

DIVERT.

We take pride in being able to divert from
the landfill and recycle. Here are a few ways
you can make a sustainable impact
with local resources in our community.

Solid Waste Resources

City of Waco Green Cart Update:

Beginning October 2026, City of Waco Solid Waste services are changing. The changes are intended to make using your services more convenient and flexible with an eye to the sustainability of programs. Keep Waco Beautiful is not involved in these service changes. For information, updates, and frequently asked questions, please visit the City of Waco Solid Waste Services website.

For alternative solutions, please check out Urban Reap’s composting program and workshops.

Area organizations to divert to

  • COBBS RECYCLING CENTER

    COBB'S RECYCLING CENTER

    Items: Glass bottles, cardboard, plastics (#1’s and #2’s only), tin cans, and more.

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    (254) 751-8536

  • CARITAS OF WACO

    Items: None perishable food, clothing, some furniture and home decor

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    (254) 753-4593

  • CARENET OF WACO

    Items: Newborn - 3T clothing, car seats, toys, activity centers and some furniture

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    (254) 772-8270

  • COMPASSION MINISTRIES

    Items: Children and junior sized clothing, small appliances, kitchen & household items.

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    (254) 755-7640

  • ESTHER'S CLOSET

    Items: Women’s business and workforce clothing, including scrubs and larger sized clothing

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    (254) 753-3399

  • GOODWILL OF WACO

    Items: Gently used and new items, furniture, home decor, kitchen items, clothing items of all sizes and more

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  • HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE


    Items:     New or gently used non-fabric furniture, appliances, items, building materials, paint that is good and not dried

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    (254) 756-0131

  • LOVELY VILLAGE

    Items: Packing tape, post-it notes, tape measures, pens, pencils, highlighters, printer paper/notebook paper. Snacks like trail mix, gold fish, sparklin waters

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  • MCLENNAN COUNTY DIAPER COLLECTIVE

    Items: Clean diapers/wipes, including opened packages of diapers/wipes, and diaper cream.

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  • MISSION WACO, THE CLOTHESLINE


    Items:     Clothing items for all genders and sizes, children/junior sizes, shoes and accessories, along with small household items

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    (254) 754-5463

  • WEST WACO LIBRARY



    Items:     Hardcover and paperback books in good condition. Music CDs, DVDs, and audiobooks in cases, Magazines 2015 or newer

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    (254) 745-6018

  • DOBEY DROP-IN CENTER



    Items:     Gently used and new household items, furniture, plasticware, and non-perishable food items

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    (254) 297-8980

  • CARITAS HIDDEN TREASURES

    Items: Gently used or new furniture, household items, antiques, dish ware, kitchenware, electronics, clean clothes

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    (254) 753-0125

  • SALVATION ARMY


    Items:     Furniture, mattress, box springs, TVs less than 10 years old, cribs, non-expired carseats, backpacks, purses, home decor

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  • FAMILY ABUSE CENTER

    Items: Shelter items range in needs, including, cleaning supplies, bathing/toiletries, craft supplies, household items, clothing

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