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DROP-OFF SITES

For those who are not comfortable, or able, to host a backyard compost bin on their own, or simply like to gather with others in this effort, our community composting drop-off stations are a great option.

After watching the video above, you can register for a monthly or annual subscription below:

Sunshine Community Compost continues to shape our work in ways that we hope ensure the long term sustainablity of our programs and services and also builds resilience within communities and the food system. Our hope is to move beyond just recovering resources, building soil, growing food, creating community connections. We also want to ensure the right educational resources, programs and tools are accessible to as many people as possible so we can expand upon the new wave of emerging compost enthusiasts and leaders.

We believe that anyone who feels that they are ready and able to compost should be able to participate in this exciting local and global movement to give back to and reconnect with nature and community composting efforts. If you are experiencing financial barriers but have an unwavering committment to composting, reach out to us and we can work with you. Let us know what you can pay, even if that number is zero.

We all know that program operations, insurances, transporation, repairs, platform fees, bookkeeping, fundraising and program staff time to do our work cost money. We cannot exist without those supporters who are able to pay for the fee-for-service programs alongside our generous donors who offer charitable contributions and grants. We need everyone who can pay to continue doing so while we also reach further to extend an invitation to those who experience income constraints to join this movement. Together, we create a more resilent and equitable community one day and effort at a time. Please feel free to reach us directly if you have additional ideas on how we can further equitable approaches to access to our work, we appreciate your input.

You Receive

  • Food scrap collection bin

  • Finished compost 1-2x a year based on availability

  • A bundle of educational materials on composting

  • Peace of mind making soil & friends instead of more waste

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How to get Started

  • Complete the registration form.​

  • Read and agree to terms of service.

  • Receive confirmation and a link to the orientation page

    • Follow the instructions on the page and pick up your chosen bucket & sticker within 1 week of your payment being received.

  • Start collecting allowed food scraps in your kitchen and bring them to your designated drop-off site at your convenience.

    • Be sure to chop up large food scraps and remove any stickers, rubber bands, and twist ties from before placing them in your bin.   

  • Unlock the secured bins with the member code and then weigh, record, deposit and re-lock the bins after use. 

Arlington Park

2650 Waldemere St, Sarasota, FL 34239

Arlington Park

Gillespie Park

710 N Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

Gillespie Park

The Bay Park

655 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34236

The Bay Park

WSLR + Fogartyville

525 Kumquat Ct, Sarasota, FL 34236

WSLR + Fogartyville

Cityside Apartment Community

Available to Cityside residents

Cityside Apartment Community

Kanaya Condo Community

Available to Kanaya residents

Kanaya Condo Community

The Meadows

Available to The Meadows residents only based on registration address.

The Meadows

Whitaker Gateway Park

1455 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236

Whitaker Gateway Park

First Congregational United Church of Christ

Available to church members

First Congregational United Church of Christ

North Water Tower Park

4700 Rilma Ave, Sarasota, FL 34234

North Water Tower Park

Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota

Available to church members

Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota
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