Pill Bottle Program - Support & Sustain
Our 4C STEM Club is leading a pill bottle collection initiative to support global health and sustainability. The collected bottles will be shipped to Matthew 25: Ministries, where they will be reused to send medical supplies to communities in need. This initiative, led by our passionate member Adhya Garlapati, who has collected over 9,000 bottles, combines compassion, environmental responsibility, and youth leadership to make a meaningful impact.
Learn more about Matthew 25: Ministries at https://m25m.org/
What We Accept
- Prescription pill bottles (all sizes)
- Over-the-counter medicine bottles
- Bottles must be clean, labels removed, and caps included
How to Donate
Bring your clean, empty bottles to any of our drop box location between March 1st and August 31st
- Location 1: Buffalo Grove Fitness Center/ 601 Deerfield Pkwy, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
- Location 2: Buffalo Grove Alcott Center/ 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Together, small actions can create a big impact. Thank you for supporting our mission!
Shoe Collection Drive - Step Up for Change
The 4C STEM Club is proud to support the MORE Foundation’s mission by collecting gently used athletic shoes. Led by our dedicated member, Adhya Garlapati, this initiative helps prevent waste, promotes sustainability, and funds reforestation and education programs in developing countries. Our club hosts local shoe drives and awareness campaigns, sending collected shoes to the MORE Foundation to support life-changing programs in communities in need. Learn more about MORE at https://www.morefoundationgroup.org/
How to Donate
Bring your gently used shoes to our drop box location between June 1st through August 31st
- Location: Buffalo Grove Fitness Center / 601 Deerfield Pkwy, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Together, we’re walking the walk—for a greener, healthier planet.
Greener Industries - A Video Exploration
The 4C STEM Club is hosting a video series focused on sustainability across different industries, and our member Saachi Churiwala will be making the videos.
This series will highlight eco-friendly practices, challenges, and innovative solutions in fields such as agriculture, manufacturing, and transportation, aiming to inspire greater awareness and action for a sustainable future.
Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting and educational videos!
Leading the Change - Sustainability Lectures
The 4C STEM Club, in collaboration with the Buffalo Grove Environmental Action Team (BGEAT), hosts the Sustainable Education Program, featuring guest lectures on sustainability. Experts share valuable insights on eco-friendly practices, global challenges, and solutions for a greener future. This program aims to engage our community in meaningful conversations and inspire action toward sustainability through knowledge and innovation.
This program is proudly led by two of our passionate club members, Adhya Garlapati and Saachi Churiwala, who are inspiring their peers to take action for the environment through education and community service.
Stay updated on our upcoming lectures by following us on Facebook!
Learn more about the Buffalo Grove Environmental Action Team, at https://www.bgparks.org/information/environmental-action-team/
Together, we are empowering the next generation of leaders to think critically, act responsibly, and build a greener future!