Ever Wonder What Happens to Leftover Crayons? | Freethink
A simple question led to hundreds of volunteers recycling millions of crayons for kids in need.
The Crayon Initiative began when father Bryan Ware wondered what happened to the old crayons his kid used at restaurants. It turns out that not only are they not recyclable, they’re toxic to the environment - and typically wind up in landfills after they are thrown away. He had an idea: what if they were melted down and used to make new crayons for kids in need? He decided to do just that, and now hundreds of volunteers are helping The Crayon Initiative to upcycle them by the thousands in to new ones he sends to sick children in hospitals. They’ve even created a new design that’s easier for kids to hold. It’s an inspiring tale of how a simple, clever idea - plus dedication, hard work, and a community of volunteers - can make a real difference.
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Note: This video inaccurately refers to Bryan Ware as Bryan Ward. We regret the mistake.
Would you like to donate crayons, money, or your time to the Crayon initiative? Check them out at https://thecrayoninitiative.org/.
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The Crayon Initiative began when father Bryan Ware wondered what happened to the old crayons his kid used at restaurants. It turns out that not only are they not recyclable, they’re toxic to the environment - and typically wind up in landfills after they are thrown away. He had an idea: what if they were melted down and used to make new crayons for kids in need? He decided to do just that, and now hundreds of volunteers are helping The Crayon Initiative to upcycle them by the thousands in to new ones he sends to sick children in hospitals. They’ve even created a new design that’s easier for kids to hold. It’s an inspiring tale of how a simple, clever idea - plus dedication, hard work, and a community of volunteers - can make a real difference.
Do you have any ideas to reduce waste? Share yours in the comments and subscribe for more videos of people moving the world every week.
Note: This video inaccurately refers to Bryan Ware as Bryan Ward. We regret the mistake.
Would you like to donate crayons, money, or your time to the Crayon initiative? Check them out at https://thecrayoninitiative.org/.
For more stories profiling pioneers of science and tech innovation, subscribe to Freethink at https://www.youtube.com/freethinkmedia
And follow Freethink across other platforms here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freethinkmedia
Twitter: https://twitter.com/freethinkmedia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkmedia
Website: http://www.freethink.com
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