The Exchange Shed, a Containers for Change depot at the heart of charitable donations in Jimboomba, is celebrating its 100 millionth container milestone.
That achievement has seen $10 million in 10-cent container refunds flow back into the pockets of local families and community members, alongside charities, community groups, and schools.
Megan Lever, owner of The Exchange Shed, said she was proud of the huge impact Containers for Change continued to have on the community.
“Seeing how container refunds help us support local causes is pretty amazing, it shows the real power of recycling,” Mrs Lever said.
“Thank you to our community for your loyalty and patronage. It’s a privilege to give back to the people and groups who support us. Keep bringing those containers in, because every container counts!”
Trevor Evans, Interim CEO of Container Exchange, the not-for-profit organisation that runs Containers for Change, congratulated The Exchange Shed for their outstanding contribution to the community and the scheme.
“This milestone reflects the extraordinary difference a single depot can make when it becomes part of the heartbeat of its community,” Mr Evans said.
“The Exchange Shed, like so many dedicated operators across the state, is living our mission to ensure no container goes to waste, and delivering real environmental, social and economic benefits for Queensland.”
The depot isn’t just a collection point for cans and bottles; it is also a drop off location for essential items such as instant cup noodles, biscuits and cordial.
Since 2021, The Exchange Shed has proudly partnered with Rosies – Friends on the Street, an organisation supporting people experiencing homelessness, isolation or disadvantage.
The family-owned depot has donated an average of $20,000 each year to Rosies, supporting initiatives including their annual Long Lunch fundraiser and community‑driven food donations.
Each month, The Exchange Shed team organise a large food shop for essential items which are then distributed through Rosies’ outreach vans across South East Queensland.
Lacee Hennessy Overton, Head of Fundraising at Rosies – Friends on the Street, said The Exchange Shed is always looking for ways to create an impact.
“Every action that Megan and her team take enables us to provide comfort, connection, friendship and referral to people experiencing homelessness, disadvantage and social isolation,” Mrs Hennessy Overton said.
“Our volunteers could not do the work that they do every night without the support of generous individuals and business owners like Megan.”’
The Exchange Shed is located at 7 Euphemia Street in Jimboomba. For more information, visit: https://www.containersforchange.com.au/qld/where-to-return
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