Learning From Scratch

Learning From Scratch Innovation and Education Through Conservation We are a 501 c-3 non-profit located in Grand Rapids Michigan. Come see us. You will be glad you did.

We are starting our 12th year of success in the community. Learning from Scratch works with business and industry identifying and re-purposing their waste and excess materials for use in art and education. We work very closely with companies with waste reduction and reusing their products in the community . Our involvement with the schools and local artists is very exciting as we watch their creat

ivity bloom. Science teams use our materials for exploring and problem solving. Whatever your profession or business is: home school parents, church, camp, teacher or just someone who has a creative flair, you will find our materials useful for all sorts of projects. Regardless of your interests, we at Learning From Scratch know that you will find something to aid you in whatever it is you do. We are a place where you can turn everyday recycled materials into bigger ideas.

04/04/2023

Due to our landlord (Comprenew) selling their building, we have moved all of our materials into storage units and do not currently have a storefront or a central storage location.

Please contact us at 616-890-1085 if you have or know of any space we can use.

We want to continue making our materials available to the community. Our current situation does not provide adequate accessibility and is not economically sustainable.

We also need help with online marketing and organizing our offerings.

For the long term we hope the mission of Learning From Scratch can continue well into the future with the support of forward thinking organizations.

01/04/2023

We sre taking a poll —- please respond RIGHT AWAY !!!

Do you want Learning From Scratch to continue??
In order to do that, we need LOTS of help !!!

We have about 2 weeks to move out the rest of materials from our current location because Comprenew has sold the building.

We need manpower and trucks to get big and heavy stuff out.

We also would like a longterm location from which to operate. A benefactor organization who believes in its value to community is needed Thor the longterm.

Please respond to 616-890-1085

Available for $12.00/set plus shipping. Call 616-890-1085.See previous post.
10/16/2022

Available for $12.00/set plus shipping. Call 616-890-1085.
See previous post.

10/16/2022

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month***

Hello — I am Betsey Hamm, founder of nonprofit Learning From Scratch. I found out I had breast cancer in 1992 and was very scared even though it was detected early. I had a double mastectomy and radiation and excellent medical care and have survived for 30 years. You too can overcome by examining yourself monthly and getting periodic mammograms. I will be praying for you!

These stamp sets of Symbols of the Warrior can be purchased for the heavily discounted price of $12.00 plus shipping for each set. Due to prolonged storage, the ink pads may be dried up, but new ink pads can easily be purchased at craft stores. You can order by calling 616-890-1085. The proceeds will be donated to our local Gilda’s Club in Lowell, Michigan.

We need lots of this type of packaging material!! Drop it off at our store or call to make pickup arrangements at 616-8...
09/03/2022

We need lots of this type of packaging material!! Drop it off at our store or call to make pickup arrangements at 616-890-1085.

08/08/2022

We lost a large black backpack on Mackinaw Island on Friday, August 5. It contained two towels, clothing, a woman’s swimsuit, and some rope. Last seen on Garrison Road. Please call 616-890-1085 if you found it.

07/28/2022

We have large pieces of black fabric for $3 which you can use for Halloween !!

Kenmoor gas stove — only $100
06/26/2022

Kenmoor gas stove — only $100

Rugged 3 tier circular steel rack for displaying merchandise, flowers, plants, supplies, etc.36” diameter x 48” tall.Onl...
06/10/2022

Rugged 3 tier circular steel rack for displaying merchandise, flowers, plants, supplies, etc.
36” diameter x 48” tall.
Only $15

05/18/2022

Watch for our interview being broadcast on WOTV8 morning show on Thursday between 4:30 and 7:00 am!! Spread the word!! We talk about our needs and future.

05/17/2022

Even more colors of beautiful New Zeeland wool yarn!

Wool yarn —-MORE COLORS !!! $3/ea.
05/10/2022

Wool yarn —-MORE COLORS !!! $3/ea.

Address

Grand Rapids, MI
49331

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+16168901085

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