2026 Arkansas Recycling Coalition Annual Conference and Tradeshow!
August 31 – September 2, 2026
Oaklawn Casino Hotel & Event Center
Hot Springs, AR
Conference Registration now open!
2026 Foam Recycling Grants
Deadline: April 17, 2026
The Foodservice Packaging Institute’s Foam Recycling Coalition is offering a major opportunity to expand foam polystyrene recycling across the United States. Since its inception, the grant program has enabled over 15 million additional residents to recycle foam polystyrene like cups, egg cartons, takeout containers and packaging materials. Facility operators, non-profits and solid waste authorities are encouraged to apply for grants of up to $50,000 to help establish or enhance foam polystyrene recycling in their communities.
The 2026 application period is open now through April 17, 2026. Eligible entities must operate a material recovery facility, manage a residential curbside recycling program, or manage a drop-off or convenience site recycling program.
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Who We Are
The Arkansas Recycling Coalition (ARC) unites large and small companies, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and individuals in a common effort to promote REDUCE, REUSE, REPURPOSE and RECYCLE as the primary means of SUSTAINABLE waste management in Arkansas. The unique blend of over 200 members promotes a sharing of ideas and understanding of diverse interests and needs.
Where We Have Been
The ARC was formed in 1989 in response to the need for comprehensive information and programs on reduce, reuse,recycle, and waste reduction. The original effort was spearheaded by Ozark Recycling Enterprise, Inc. through a Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation grant.
Where We Are Going
The ARC is committed to assisting members in improving their reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle opportunities, recycle skills and techniques through education, special studies, research and the exchange of ideas and technical knowledge. The ARC has pledged to educate the general public and members of government and the business community about the economic and environmental significance of recycling.
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ARC’s Annual Awards Program recognizes individuals, organizations and industry leaders and their significant contributions.
Recycling Conference & Tradeshow
Presentations on forestry, alternative energy sources, industrial services, and legislative changes.
Student Environmental & Recycling Summit
Bringing together junior and senior high school and college students as well as teachers and educators
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