At RBRC.org you can enter your area code to find a convenient phone recycling site. Some sites accept other electronic waste like camcorders and power tools.

SecondRotation.com and Cellforcash.com list places that will buy old cell phones. The value of a phone depends on its condition.

Some wireless carriers discount a new phone in exchange for the old one. Before purchasing a phone, ask about recycling options.

Cellphonesforsoldiers.com distributes used cell phones to soldiers with prepaid calling cards so they can call home.

The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence collects used phones to provide
victims a tool for emergencies. At NCADV.org, consumers can print off paid postage and find information on where to send their phones.

Phones4Charity.org helps you donate phones to charities like the Red Cross, the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Feed the Children and the National Wildlife Federation.

Marissa Cumbers is a sophomore majoring in journalism and gender studies at MSU. This is her first appearance in EJ Magazine Online. Contact Marissa at cumbersm@msu.edu.