Waste Minimization Guidance Document - G145: Donating Your Excess and Obsolete Paint for Reuse Activities

Donating Excess and Obsolete Paint for Reuse Activities

Unused or obsolete paint doesn’t have to go to waste—it can be repurposed for community projects, art programs, or charitable initiatives. By donating surplus paint, you reduce environmental impact and support organizations that turn these materials into valuable resources. This guide explains how to set up a paint donation program and ensure safe, compliant reuse.

What you’ll learn in this resource:

  • Why donating excess paint supports sustainability and community initiatives
  • How to identify local organizations that accept paint for reuse
  • Steps for preparing paint for donation and ensuring safety compliance
  • Common reuse activities for donated paint (community murals, housing projects, art programs)

Download the guide now and start turning surplus paint into positive impact.


FAQs

Why donate excess paint instead of disposing of it?
Paint disposal can be costly and harmful to the environment—donation gives it a second life in community projects.

Who accepts paint donations?
Local nonprofits, schools, art programs, and housing organizations often accept usable paint for creative and construction purposes.