About

Founded in 2008,  nonprofit ReCreate works with businesses and individuals in the region to divert clean usable but unwanted items.  With these items, ReCreate provides hands-on educational programs and strives to make creative expression accessible to all.  

Education program:  ReCreate brings hands-on exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) learning to schools throughout the greater Sacramento region.  By integrating high-tech tools with reuse materials, we provide low-cost, high-impact learning and enrichment programs to the students of our region, one classroom at a time. Our learning programs span from preschool through high school. ReCreate believes that building interest in STEAM nurtures a more vibrant community, and creates a stronger future workforce.   ReCreate also provides Sort Smart and Recycle Right waste reduction education to schools in the region.

ReCreate Craft Thrift Store and Studio:  Located at 6827 Lonetree Blvd  #105, in Rocklin, The ReCreate Craft Thrift (Creative Reuse) Store and Studio are open to the public Tuesdays - Saturdays.  By working with individuals and businesses, Each year, ReCreate diverts approximately 65 tons of unwanted but perfectly usable items from entering the landfill.  These items are sold far below current market prices, helping to make creative expression accessible to all.  Additionally, proceeds from our store and studio help us bring programs to more schools in the region.