How do I get rid of old trophies?

How do I get rid of old trophies?

If you only have a few trophies to recycle, you can bring them to a local thrift store (Goodwill takes trophies) or surplus store (some surplus stores actually pay you for old trophies).

What to do with unwanted sports trophies?

Well-known charities like the Salvation Army and Goodwill may take your gently used trophies, but call your local branch first because not all of them have the same rules. Some nonprofits or schools also may be interested old trophies to reuse for their own activities (for instance at a sports day for kids.)

Are trophies worth any money?

In all, the consensus is that your trophies may be worth a whole lot, depending on the materials used. So, to know the worth of your old trophies, you might have to pay closer attention to the materials.

Do old trophies have any value?

But There is Value in Some Trophies, Medals and Awards Older silver medals and trophies made before about 1970 can be made of solid sterling silver or of silver-plate that is worth recycling. Older gold-plated medals and trophies made before about 1950 can contain enough gold to recycle profitably.

What can you do with old wood Award plaques?

Instead, you can donate the trophies to organizations that can refurbish them so they can be given to someone else as an award, or recycle them so your decluttering is more eco-friendly. In fact, there’s a little cottage industry that has sprung up around this type of decluttering.

How do you remove plaques from trophies?

The base labels are usually made of a think piece of pliant metal adhered onto base plate. To remove it, just insert the tip of an X-Acto knife and gently pry up one corner. Once you get it going, it’s pretty easy to just peel right off.

Can I sell old trophies?

Sell Them. Don’t expect to get rich off your old trophies – the plastic ones handed out over the past few decades have little value other than sentimental. That said, if a trophy’s old enough, there may be enough value in the materials that you can get some money for it.

How do I remove a name plate from a trophy?

Does anyone buy back old trophies?

You can give them to goodwill or the Salvation Army, as they sell them in Thrift Shops (for next to nothing). Sometimes schools and clubs take them, change out the tops, and give them for activities in their organizations.

How do you get rid of award plaques?

Trophies and plaques are made of materials including stone, marble, plastic, and metal, and they cannot be recycled with curbside waste. Go online and search for local or national trophy recycling programs, and then either drop off your trophies in person or send them via mail.

How do you remove plaque from a trophy?

To remove it, just insert the tip of an X-Acto knife and gently pry up one corner. Once you get it going, it’s pretty easy to just peel right off.

Where can I donate old trophies for free?

This trophy and award company accepts donations of old trophies and awards and recycles them to deserving nonprofits for free. There is a fee to have your trophies recycled. There is a fee to have your trophies recycled.

Is there a way to recycle a trophy?

Recently, we started a trophy recycling program to help find new homes for your very old trophies so that they avoid the landfill. We will either donate matching sets to charities in need or break the trophies down for parts. These parts will go on to other trophy winners.

Where can I Recycle my medals in Maryland?

If you live in Maryland, there is a drop-off option – email for more info. This program takes medals and pins only – no trophies or plaques. The program is free but shipping is at your expense. The organization recycles the medals for funds towards charitable races.

Where to drop off old trophies in Madison WI?

6686 Odana Rd. Madison, WI 53719. When: Drop off anytime between Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. We recommend you call ahead during holiday times for store hours. Fees for recycling apply to drops offs as well. You may also ship your trophies to the address above, at your expense.