E-Waste Recycling Collection Event at Chukchansi Park

Fresno, Calif. (June 2, 2016) –Susan G. Komen® Central Valley is partnering with Electronic Recyclers International, Inc.® the largest electronic waste recycling company in North America, the Fresno Grizzlies and DTL Transport for their 2nd annual e-waste recycling collection event.   It will be held at Chukchansi Park, Saturday, June 4, 2016 from 7 a.m. – 1 p.m., with 100% of the net proceeds to benefit Susan G. Komen® Central Valley.

“It’s an honor and privilege to be partnered with our friends at Susan G. Komen Central Valley and the Fresno Grizzlies and new partner DTL Transport,” said John S. Shegerian, President and CEO of Electronic Recyclers.  “These people have done so much for the people of this community – bringing tangible help and resources to so many. We look forward to providing a safe, responsible and convenient way for the people of Fresno to get rid of their unwanted electronics while supporting Komen Central Valley’s amazing and important work.”

Jazz Sidhu with DTL Transport, Inc. and Komen Central Valley president explains, “DTL Transport is committed in the local fight against breast cancer and very happy that funds from this event will be used to educate and screen underserved local residents.”

At no charge, the community can drop-off outdated electronics from garages, homes or offices.  TV’s, computers, monitors, laptops, printers, cell phones, print cartridges and other electronic devices will be accepted (no batteries, light bulbs, lava lamps or non-electrical equipment will be taken).  Items containing data will undergo ERI’s secure data destruction process. There is no limit to the amount of electronics businesses or individuals can bring to the event.

Sharon Johnson, Komen executive director explains, “Komen Central Valley is proud to partner with Electronic Recyclers International, Inc.®, the Fresno Grizzlies and DTL Transport.   Proceeds from this event will help fund no-cost mammograms, diagnostic tests and culturally appropriate breast cancer education programs”

Fresno Grizzlies at Chukchansi Park will serve as the drop-off point. Anyone making a donation at Chukchansi Park will receive a buy one, get one voucher for Field Level Reserve tickets valid for Star Wars Weekend, June 10, 11, 12th.

Chukchansi Park is located at 1800 Tulare St, Fresno, CA 93721.  Enter at Tulare and H Streets where volunteers will assist with drop-off.

For more information, please contact Sharon Johnson at (559) 229-4255.