Stardust Non-Profit Building Supplies, Inc.
Reclaim. Reuse. Rebuild
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
At Stardust, we believe that deconstruction and reuse policies and practices can drive economic growth and prosperity, while avoiding unnecessary waste. When reusing building materials becomes a standard practice, it will create new opportunities for entrepreneurs and the workforce as well as improve our quality of life.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Deconstruction Services
Stardust Deconstruction services provide removal and pick-up of usable building materials at no-cost to the home or business owner to further encourage reuse and environmental stewardship. Stardust's skilled deconstruction teams carefully dismantles and removes cabinets, fixtures, appliances and other building material for reuse. Deconstruction offsets the costs of demolition or remodeling with a tax deduction for the materials removed; conserves landfill space: on average deconstructing one kitchen diverts 2,400 lbs. of usable material from the landfill; reduces the environmental impact of producing new materials; provides affordable quality materials to the community; and supports Stardust's mission to create a culture of reuse.
Gifts In Kind
Gifts In Kind distributes materials donations from large retailers to nonprofit organizations for use by their clients or to offset their operational costs. Gifts in Kind creates a solution that reduces the amount of usable material in our landfill, puts the usable material to work in the community, and generates revenue for Stardust and other nonprofit organizations. Goods distributed by Gifts In Kind come from companies that would have dumped the items they no longer need or are unsaleable due to damaged packaging. Gifts In Kind aggregates the materials where they are then used by Stardust or distributed to other agencies. Paper goods such as toilet paper, paper towels, and diapers along with building materials such as cabinets, plumbing fixtures, doors and windows are used by agencies to fill essential operating and program needs without requiring cash outlay. This activity frees up valuable funding. In 2013 Gifts In Kind generated over $3.5 million in revenue for Stardust and our non-profit partners.
Reuse Centers
Stardust is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We operate two reuse centers for home improvement which sell gently-used, salvaged, and surplus building materials at affordable prices. Additionally, we provide deconstruction services that salvage building materials, divert waste from landfills, and support sustainability in the community.
Where we work
Awards
2013 Environmental Achievement Award 2013
EPA
2012 Crescordia Award 2012
Valley Forward
Top 50 Employers in Arizona 2012
Best Places to Work in the Valley
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Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Number of pounds of usable mateiral diverted from the landfill.
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Related Program
Deconstruction Services
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Since 1997 Stardust has diverted over 80 million pounds of usable building materials from our local landfills.
Total dollar value of household goods distributed to nonprofit organizations in Maricopa County.
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Related Program
Gifts In Kind
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Stardust distributes usable household items to nonprofit organizations for use by their clients and to offset operating costs.
Number of individuals per year who access reclaimed mateirals for home improvement projects.
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Related Program
Reuse Centers
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Stardust Reuse Centers provide access to reclaimed building materials at low cost so that individuals and families may maintain their homes creating a safe, secure and healthy living environment.
Goals & Strategy
Learn about the organization's key goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress.
Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
In 2014, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) conducted a study on construction and demolition debris and found that, in a single year, an estimated 534 million tons of construction and demolition debris were generated in the United States—that’s more than twice the amount of generated municipal solid waste. To address this massive environmental issue, our advocacy task force develops key strategies to spread awareness about the importance of building material reuse, informing public policy and public opinion.
We look forward to the work ahead to create a more sustainable Arizona through community and legislative advocacy.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
Stardust is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We operate two reuse centers for home improvement which sell gently-used, salvaged, and surplus building materials at affordable prices. Additionally, we provide deconstruction services that salvage building materials, divert waste from landfills, and support sustainability in the community.
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
Our skilled deconstruction team will carefully dismantle and remove building materials, appliances, fixtures, and architectural elements from the interior and/or exterior of residential and commercial buildings for reuse—at little to no cost. As opposed to trashing your gently-used building materials during a remodel, donate them instead.
Our service is fast and easy. Our kitchen deconstruction typically takes between an hour to three and a half hours, depending on the size and scope of the remodel. Plus, at the end of the deconstruction service, we’ll provide a receipt for all your donated materials that you can use for tax purposes.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
In our 21 year history Stardust has diverted over 80 million pounds of usable material from our local landfills. We have provided access to ow cost reusable materials for over 54,000 individuals every year and we have distributed over $29 million in household items to our community to support those in need. Our future is focused on building awareness and acceptance of building material reuse as a standard practice in our community.
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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Stardust Non-Profit Building Supplies, Inc.
Board of directorsas of 11/15/2021
Michael Altaffer
Stardust Non-Profit Building Supplies
Term: 2018 - 2019
Gavin Pugh
William Jackson Inc
Michael Altaffer
Resnick & Louis, P.C.
Joan Saunders
Door Works
Yoshi Budiyanto
ASU
Elisa De Leon
Jennifer Wehner Realty
Ryan Johnson
ASU
Joshua Loughman
ASU
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes