SUMMARY

Redemptive Plastics is a collaborative project co-founded and led by alt_ Chicago, an art-first, faith-based, community-driven nonprofit based on the west side that revitalizes neighborhoods utilizing the arts as a tool. Along with co-founder Cody Norman, Redemptive Plastics has forged a new path where art, faith and community meet sustainability. Operating out of the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, this project partners and collaborates with individuals and organizations looking to redeem over discard, to close the loop and to create more sustainable practices revolving around plastic usage.

SCHEDULE

11:00 arrival

11:15 introductions

11:30 environmental trivia

12:00 sort plastic

1:30  debrief, answer questions 

CONTRIBUTIONS

alt_ and the Redemptive Plastics Project run solely on donations and private/public funding. Each volunteer event costs our non-profit approximately $500 to execute. Although not required, any in-kind donation would be appreciated so that we may continue this important work. Thank you.

WAIVER

As a volunteer for Redemptive Plastics (Alt Space Chicago) I acknowledge I may be working with sharp objects during the course of the volunteer program and/or trained and trusted with power tools. I am over the age of 18 years old and I will listen carefully to all safety instructions regarding the workspace and tools. 

I understand that the handling of plastic and/or usage of these tools may be dangerous and contain risks including but not limited to: personal injury, property damage, sickness, loss of limb etc. I acknowledge that the handling of plastic and use of these tools is at my own risk and hereby release and forever discharge and hold harmless Redemptive Plastics(Alt Space Chicago) from any and all liability, claims, and demands either in law or in equity, while working with or around the plastic and tools provided at the volunteer site[5339 W Lake St Chicago, IL 60644].

I agree to follow and adhere to the instructions of Redemptive Plastics Staff on all safety measures and precautions. I may be asked to leave if I do not obey all safety measures and precautions. I understand that I am responsible for my behavior on site. I will respect all volunteers and members of the staff.

I understand that photos and videos may be taken for documentation and/or marketing purposes and I give my consent for any/all of this documentation to be shared and published.