Support Local Nonprofits by Redeeming Containers

Containers for a Cause contributes the proceeds from redeemed containers to local charities and nonprofit organizations.

Those deposits can add up fast, bolstering the efforts of a variety of causes. From animal shelters and community fundraisers to larger initiatives, your containers make the difference. Our quarterly recipient of your donation deposits will go to Kids First Law Center.

So, don’t throw your money away. Turn eligible containers into charitable donations with Containers for a Cause.

Committed to Our Community

Over the years, Can Shed has helped 125+ local organizations raise money and spread awareness through container redemption.

In fall 2024, we teamed up with Dance Marathon and the Iowa Children’s Hospital to collect containers during Iowa home football games. The proceeds went directly to both organizations in the fight against childhood cancer.

Our Quarterly Recipient:

Kids First Law Center

We pick a local nonprofit every quarter to receive money from deposited containers. This money comes from a few places:

  • Abandoned bags
  • Customer-donated bags
  • A percentage of total-donated containers


Kids First works to give children a voice in custody and divorce proceedings through legal advocacy and representation. The organization serves more than 2,500 children a year in Linn and Johnson counties.

Thinking of a local nonprofit that should be involved?

Redemption raises money for great causes. We’re looking for more organizations to work with. 

Please fill out our contact form below.