Schools, churches, and sports organizations have rallied towards the bottle drive. Members of the community donate used, empty, clean bottles and cans. The proceeds are used to purchase uniforms, school supplies, art materials, or helping those less fortunate. During the holidays and summer months, many organizations use collection areas to keep the money coming in during their slower periods.
The benefit of this fundraising idea is simple; it recycles materials that take a long time to decompose and puts money back into the pockets of organizations, groups, and affiliations that help others. This is an easy fundraiser because many people forget to turn their bottles in and they are readily available to donate. It also allows people to donate without disrupting their budgets and still showing support.