- What do Ziploc bags, 5 gallon buckets, recycled plastic bags, snack canisters, brown paper bags, and micellaneous cardboard boxes have in common?
All of these have been used to deliver Pop Tabs to the Ronald McDonad House of Western Michigan.
- What happens to the Pop Tabs after they come to the Ronald McDonald House?
Our House takes the Pop Tabs to Padnos Iron and Metal Company and recycles them for Aluminum's market value price.
- How much money does the House receive from Pop Tabs?
Each year, the Ronald McDonald House of Western Michigan hopes to raise between $7,000 and $10,000 from Pop Tabs. The funds are applied to the operating expenses of the House.
The Ronald McDonald House of Western Michigan would like to see that number increase so that our House can do even more to continue improving "the house that love built." Our House offers "collection houses," for schools and organizations to use in collection drives. Or you can print out a collection label to stick on your own collection container!
Pop tabs can be dropped off at the House located at 1323 Cedar Street NE in Grand Rapids between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. seven days a week. Call ahead if you would like to schedule a tour, if you have a very large quantity of tabs, or if you need assistance. Sorry, we can only accept tabs at the Ronald McDonald House, not entire cans.