The Exchange is a self-sustaining organization of vital importance to the community. Through its consignment operation, which consists of more than 240 volunteers and 5,000 consignors, The Exchange has awarded a total of $11 million in grants and scholarships to support the Arts of Sarasota and Manatee counties.
GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED ANNUALLY - $11 MILLION TOTAL
To date, The Exchange has awarded $11 million in grants and scholarships. The Exchange is one of Sarasota's largest scholarship providers.
CONSIGNORS CAN HELP FAVORITE NONPROFITS
Individuals can designate participating charities to receive consignors' profits, which is 60% of the net proceeds.
Each Year, Tens of Thousands of Dollars in Merchandise Are Donated to Help Those in Need
Unsold clothing, furniture and household items are regularly donated to local non-profit organizations such as the Pines of Sarasota and Salvation Army to help strengthen and further support their missions. The items donated are then sold in each of their re-sale stores or given to those individuals in need.
FILTERING MONEY BACK INTO OUR LOCAL ECONOMY - MORE THAN $2 MILLION IS PAID TO CONSIGNORS EVERY YEAR
Instead of purchasing merchandise from wholesalers based in other parts of the country, or world, 60% of The Exchange's net proceeds, more than $2 million, is paid out annually to local consignors. In return, that money is filtered back into the community, further strengthening our local economy.
THE TRUE MEANING OF GOING GREEN - Creating a More Sustainable Future, One Item at a Time
Thanks to the generosity of our consignors and the support of our shoppers, The Exchange gives approximately 16,000 items a second life every month—nearly 200,000 items each year. By extending the life of quality merchandise, we help reduce landfill waste, conserve natural resources, and lessen the environmental impact of manufacturing new products. Together, we are creating a more sustainable community, one item at a time.
"The Earth is what we all have in common." — Wendell Berry
Thank you for sharing our commitment to preserving our resources while supporting our community.