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Batteries4Better is a student-driven nonprofit organizing battery collection drives to fight environmental waste and build a more sustainable tomorrow.

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10K+
Batteries Collected
15+
Drive Events
5
Communities Served
Who We Are

About Batteries4Better

Batteries4Better (B4B) is a student-led nonprofit on a mission to reduce the harmful environmental impact of improperly disposed batteries. We believe small actions add up to massive change — and it all starts with the batteries sitting in your junk drawer.

Founded by passionate students who saw a gap in local recycling infrastructure, B4B organizes community collection drives, partners with certified recycling facilities, and educates the public about battery safety and sustainability.

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Our Work

What We Do

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Battery Collection Drives
We set up convenient collection points at schools, community centers, and local businesses, making it easy for anyone to drop off used batteries safely.
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Certified Recycling
All collected batteries are transported to EPA-certified recycling partners, ensuring hazardous materials never reach landfills or water supplies.
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Community Education
We host workshops, school presentations, and social media campaigns to spread awareness about the dangers of battery waste and how to act.
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Local Partnerships
B4B actively builds partnerships with local businesses, municipalities, and schools to create a lasting recycling infrastructure in every community we serve.
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Impact Tracking
We publish transparent reports on batteries collected, waste diverted, and carbon impact — so donors and volunteers always know their contributions matter.
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Youth Leadership
B4B is run entirely by students, creating a pipeline of environmentally engaged young leaders trained in organizing, advocacy, and nonprofit management.
Get Involved

How You Can Help

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Drop Off Your Batteries

Find a B4B collection point near you and bring your used AA, AAA, 9V, lithium, and rechargeable batteries. No prep needed — just drop and go.

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Volunteer at a Drive

Join our team at an upcoming collection event. No experience required — we'll train you on everything from sorting to community outreach.

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Spread the Word

Share our mission on social media, tell your friends and family, or hang a flyer in your school or workplace. Awareness is one of our most powerful tools.

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Host a Drive at Your School or Business

Become a B4B partner site. We'll provide a collection bin, promotional materials, and all the support you need to run a successful drive.

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Donate to Fund Our Mission

Your financial support covers recycling transportation costs, supplies, and educational materials. Every dollar helps keep our drives free and accessible.

Take Action

Recycle With Us

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Get a Recycling Bin

Request a free B4B collection bin for your school, workplace, or community space. We'll deliver a labeled, safe container so you can start collecting batteries right away.

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Donate Your Batteries

Have used batteries piling up? Let us handle the recycling. Fill out the form to arrange a drop-off or schedule a pickup — we accept AA, AAA, 9V, lithium, and rechargeable batteries.

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Our Team

Meet the Founders

Prithvi Chakraborty
Prithvi Chakraborty
Co-Founder
Abhinav Mehta
Abhinav Mehta
Co-Founder
Expand Our Reach

Start Your Own Chapter

Want to bring Batteries4Better to your school or community? Launch your own B4B chapter and lead the charge for sustainable battery recycling in your area. We provide everything you need to get started.

✓ Collection bin & supplies
✓ Promotional materials
✓ Step-by-step launch guide
✓ Ongoing mentorship
✓ Recycling partner connections
✓ Leadership training
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Reach Out

Contact Us

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Email

Questions, partnerships, or general inquiries

team@batteries4better.org
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Phone

Call or text us anytime

(804) 302-4502