Unleash Your Creativity –

Paint the Future of Recycling!

Join ResQ and our non-profit arm P.I.C.A.S.S.O. (Painting Inspired Creativity Around Sustainability and Social Outreach) for fun, meaningful volunteer events in the Mesa, Phoenix, and Tempe areas.

Painting Inspired Creativity Around Sustainability and Social Outreach

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Turn blank ResQ Bins into eye-catching community art that encourages households to recycle single-use alkaline batteries — helping reduce mining, recover valuable materials, and protect Arizona’s environment.

Why Volunteer?

  • Express yourself: Decorate durable, USA-made bins with airbrushes, brushes, markers, glitter, and more (all supplies provided).

  • Make real impact: Your artwork inspires everyday recycling at schools, businesses, and public spots across the Valley.

  • Connect & have fun: Choose family-friendly sessions (schools/churches) or creative adult vibes (studios/recovery groups with a relaxed atmosphere).

  • Get recognized: Add your name, story, or inspiration to the bin’s public profile — become part of the movement!

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How It Works – From Blank Canvas to Community Hero

Perfect for Everyone

  • Families & kids (all ages welcome at school/church events)

  • Artists & creatives

  • Groups, teams, or individuals passionate about sustainability

Step-by-step infographic illustrating how to create community hero battery recycling bins. It starts with a white bin being coated, then designed freely, finished with a durable coat, and deployed on streets, followed by recycling bins being thrown out and spreading the message.

Participation is FREE!

Colorful logo of the word "Picaso" with each letter in different shades of blue and gray, and unique geometric design elements.

Events are hosted in partnership with local schools, churches, recovery groups, and social art studios. Spots are limited — join our lottery list today. Selected volunteers get an email + calendar invite with details.

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Be Part of the Bigger Picture

Your painted bins supports ResQ’s mission of Keeping Batteries out of Landfills — our mission turns advertising dollars into sustainability leadership through collections, education, and giving back to the community. Together, we’re making battery recycling simple, visible, and inspiring in the Greater Phoenix area.

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Ready to paint change?

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Questions?

Drop us a line — we’re here to make volunteering easy and impactful!