(1) Vanis started her recycling business "My ReCycler" at age 7 after learning about recycling in school, originally collecting from family and neighbors on her bike. (2) Her business works by picking up recyclables from customers and taking full truckloads to a recycling center. (3) After 3 years, "My ReCycler" is going strong and helps the environment and underprivileged kids in the community.

1. Vanis Buckholz

2. Thank you Mr. Kiff for inviting me here.
I was asked to talk about 3 things :
(1) How I started my business
(2) How it works
(3) How I am helping others - which is the most
important thing!

3. I started at home
When I was 7, I created “My ReCycler”
It is a recycling business that helps our environment &
underprivileged kids in our community.

4. How it began
I learned about recycling at school and
thought it was something I should do.
We started at home then I began collecting
for other family, friends and neighbors!
The idea for my business name came from
“cycling” around town on my bike picking
up trash on our beach, streets and parks.

5. Original Business Card - 2009
I drew it myself.

6. How it works
I go to my customers and pick up their recyclables.
I really like my customers.

7. Where I take it
I take a FULL TRUCK to O.C. Recycling in Santa Ana every few weeks.
I tell my customers …
“it’s a dirty job but someone has to do it!”

8. Who helps me
Beside lots of great neighbors
the following businesses generously support “My Recycler”
• Newport Beach Environmental Nature Center
• Newport Coast Community Center
• ThinkinBig Communications
• The Oasis Senior Center
• Our CdM Post Office
• Young Seconds
• Sofa U Love

9. Who I help

10. Three years later …
Thanks to many people
“My ReCycler” is going strong!
Plus – I have a NEW flyer, email & a website!

11. Helping kids & our environment
Email : vanis@myrecycler.org Web : www.myrecycler.org Ph : 949.303.3903

12. Questions or More Information
Please visit my website
myrecycler.org
Or you can call my Dad (Dave)
949.303.3903