Sort-A-Thon Philadelphia 2024

WHAT’S SORT-A-THON?

Sort-A-Thon is FABSCRAP’s 12-hour fabric sorting marathon event, and we’re recruiting all our FAB friends to come and help sort fabric! Our goal is to sort 5,000 pounds of textiles across both locations! FABSCRAP will provide meals, and entertainment – creating an experience similar to a productive party and fundraiser.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Participants can register for 2-hour sorting blocks and take home 3 pounds of fabric for each 2-hr block they complete. For example, 4 hours of sorting = 6 pounds of free fabric! So don’t forget to buffer in some time to shop after you’ve completed your final sorting block and redeem your free fabric!

*Maximum of three, 2-hour blocks per attendee.

WHY?

On average, we collect 7,000 pounds of textile waste at both of our locations each week. We need the help of our volunteers to make a dent in our growing pile of material. Sort-A-Thon is also a perfect opportunity for all of our volunteers to meet and connect!

Come ready to sort, eat, and hang out with our community! It will be a fun-filled day of recycling-related activities.

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WHAT TO EXPECT…

During each session we will:

• Welcome & Train: Overview of FABSCRAP and training where you learn how FABSCRAP sorts fabric for recycling (15 minutes)

• Sort: Sort through fabric samples and large pieces, pulling out usable fabrics for reuse and removing hardware and paper from fabric swatches for recycling (1 hour 45 minutes)

***Sorting fabric requires the use of sharp scissors and moderate lifting (20-30 lbs.) By registering for a session, you are confirming that you have read, understand, and agree to the volunteer waiver.***

***Volunteer Waver Link Here: https://fabscrap.org/volunteerwaiver***

Tips for a successful volunteer session:

• Dress comfortably and wear comfortable shoes. Most volunteers sort while standing, but we can provide chairs if you prefer to sit.
• We play music but feel free to bring headphones.
• Out of respect for everyone in our community, if you are feeling ill prior to the event, we ask that you cancel your ticket and do not attend.

Here’s our plan for the day, so you can choose which time blocks will work best for you!

(breakfast is available)

9 -11AM: Q&A with FABSCRAP Founder, Jessica Schreiber

11 AM -1 PM: Sorter BINGO

12 PM – 3 PM: Lunch Served * – Sponsored by Kiddo, a restaurant with a veggie-forward approach!

1- 3 PM: FABSCRAP TRIVIA

3 – 5 PM: Musical Tables

5 – 8 PM: Dinner Served **

5-7 PM: Sip & Sort

7-9 PM: Clean up, Weigh Out, and Close Down

(* If attending 11 AM-1 PM, please plan to eat AFTER your session. If attending from 1-3 PM, please plan to eat BEFORE your session).

(** If attending 5-7 PM, please plan to eat AFTER your session. If attending from 7-9 PM, please plan to eat BEFORE your session).

THESE DIRECTIONS ARE IMPORTANT:

The FABSCRAP Philly warehouse is located in Unit B05A within BOK, which is accessible by foot, bike/scooter, car, subway, and bus.

SUBWAY: Broad Street Line to Snyder Station

BUS: 45, 47, 47M, 79 Lines

BIKE: Approach BOK’s Pedestrian Entrance on 821 Dudley Street, between 8th and 9th Street. Free outdoor bike parking is available next to the entrance on 9th Street. BOK is an Indego bike share location with a kiosk located on the corner of 8th and Mifflin Street.

DRIVING: For I-76E and I-76W, take Exit 350 towards Packer Avenue. For I-95S, take Exit 20 towards Washington Avenue. For I-95N, take Exit 17 to merge onto PA-611N/ S Broad Street.

Limited, two-hour on-street parking is available surrounding BOK.

How to locate FABSCRAP Philly at BOK:

From Outside:

The entrance to FABSCRAP is located on the corner of S 8th Street and Mifflin Street, next to the Indego Bike kiosk station. Our gate will be open during business hours, and a team member will greet you as you walk in and check-in for your scheduled volunteer session.

From Dudley Street Entrance:

The Dudley Street entrance at 821 Dudley Street is Bok’s main public entrance at the back of the building. To access FABSCRAP from this entrance, you will walk down the hall towards the welcome desk and take the central elevator (Painted black) to your left down to the basement. Once you exit the elevator, you will take a left and then a right towards FABSCRAP, which will be to your left at the end of the hall.

From 9th Street Entrance:

At the bottom of this page is a QR code, which works as a virtual key at the 9th Street and Mifflin Street entrances of Bok.

To the right of the door is a digital screen where you can scan this code.

1) Click the “Virtual Key” button on the home screen.

2) Hold the QR Code in front of the camera, located on the left side of the screen

When you hear a buzz/ding, the door unlocks so you can enter. You will walk towards the information desk straight ahead of you and make a right and take the elevator to your right ( Painted black) down to the basement. Once you exit the elevator, you will take a left and then walk down the hall and then FABSCRAP will be towards your left at the end of the hall.

From Mifflin Street Entrance:

At the bottom of this page is a QR code, which works as a virtual key at the 9th Street and Mifflin Street entrances of Bok.

To the right of the door is a digital screen where you can scan this code.

1) Click the “Virtual Key” button on the home screen.

2) Hold the QR Code in front of the camera, located on the left side of the screen

When you hear a buzz/ding, the door unlocks so you can enter. You will walk straight towards the end of the hall and make a left and walk towards the information desk. Once at the desk, you can turn right and take the elevator ( Painted black) down to the basement. Once you exit the elevator, you will take a left and then walk down the hall, and then FABSCRAP will be towards your left at the end of the hall.

***(For ramp access, please use the ADA entrance on Mifflin St. The attendant at the Ambassador Desk will guide you to the Central)

Need assistance? Contact us at (445)-300-8980

IF YOU CAN NO LONGER ATTEND / NEED TO CANCEL:

We have limited availability and high demand for our volunteer opportunities. Any missing volunteer significantly impacts our operations and takes away the spot from another community member. If you can no longer make it for any reason, kindly cancel your Eventbrite ticket prior to the session through your confirmation email (see below) or by emailing [email protected] with the info about what session you are canceling.

How do you cancel your ticket?

Once you receive your confirmation email, please click “Go to My Tickets”. From there, please click cancel your ticket.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!