Programs

Centers for Hard to Recycle Materials

The Centers for Hard to Recycle Materials (CHaRM) facilities are a premier program of the nonprofit, Live Thrive.

CHaRM Facility Tours + Field Trips

Live Thrive holds CHaRM facility tours for civic, corporate and community groups that include site walkthroughs to show all materials accepted and their processing systems, as well as a tour of the Learning Garden.

CHaRM Corporate Challenge

In 2021, Live Thrive launched another major recycling initiative, the CHaRM Corporate Challenge (CCC).

Zero Waste Patrol

This initiative offers home pickup services (in a limited area) for hard-to-recycle materials.

Consulting

Do you need help organizing an annual Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) event? Thinking of opening your own recycling center? Need help selecting recycling partners/vendors that are vetted? We can help!

STE(A)M Certification Grants

Metro Atlanta public schools that have chosen to become STE(A)M certified through the state of Georgia are in need of additional resources and funding to complete certification.

Sustainable Material Management

This class helps educate the public on proper waste disposal from their homes and businesses.

Sustainability/Environmental Education

This session covers the effects of improper waste disposals on environment and climate change. Living with the future in mind!

Recycling 101

This class is an overview of items that can be recycled curbside, hard-to-recycle materials and the importance of reuse.

Homeschool Programs

Live Thrive works with homeschool groups to customize sessions based on the student’s current curriculum. These can be onsite at CHaRM or virtual.

Paint for the People

CHaRM accepts applications for groups interested in receiving donated paint for special projects, including graffiti cleanup, neighborhood cleanup, artist beautification, etc.