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CRAFTING A BETTER ENVIRONMENT

FOR A BETTER FUTURE

PROJECTS

Plastic Sleeping Mats

One of the largest projects initiated by MAC club is the Plastic Sleeping Mats project. Plastic bags donated to us statewide are used to make "Plarn" or plastic yarn. The plarn is then crocheted or knitted into sleeping mats by our members. The ultimate purpose of this effort is to reduce landfill plastic waste (plastic bags) and donate the mats to local homeless shelters.

Recycled Paper

The recycled paper project is a shorter, more relaxed project that MAC clubs conducts every year. Our club members gather any type of used paper from around the school and from outside the school and blend it all together to make paper pulp. We then use the pulp to create recycled paper and decorate/write on the paper to gift during teacher appreciation week.

Recycling Drive & Collection

In tandem with Conservation Club, MAC collects recycling from AHS classrooms 3 times a week. In April and May 2023, we collected 700 lbs of recycling. We also encouraged school-wide participation by hosting a grade-level competitive recycling drive. It is our goal to hold AHS accountable for its environmental impact, as classroom recycling was restored fall of 2022.

Crocheted Coral Reefs

Keeping up with crochet, this project reflects the effects of coral bleaching and plastic pollution. We created an image of healthy corals juxtaposed with bleached ones, using traditional crochet and "plarn"-knitted ones made from plastic bags.

ABOUT US

MISSION STATEMENT

MAC is a student-led nonprofit that combines art, environmental science, and community service. We create eco-friendly crafts and organize recycling programs that give back to the local community.

WANT TO GET INVOLVED?

MAC is eager to expand by creating more chapters, connecting with local nonprofits and businesses, and accepting upcycling donations from Virginians. Don't hesitate to contact us!

OUR TEAM

MAC is headquartered at Albemarle High School in Charlottesville, VA.

Meet our executive board and co-founders: