Services
Altera Circular Systems is a fiscally sponsored program under Embolden WI (501(c)(3)) advancing research, technology, and innovation in textile recycling and material reuse.
Service Area: Chicago + Chicagoland (and surrounding suburbs)
(Virtual consults available by request.)
Book a Service. Fund the Research.
These services are offered by Eclypse Armstrong to help fund Altera Circular Systems’ research pathway and outreach.
If you want to support the mission and get something genuinely useful—this is the lane.
Where your booking goes
A portion of each booking supports:
research & partnership outreach
sponsor-ready operations (systems, compliance, documentation)
community education + materials
You’re not just booking a service—you’re funding the foundation year.
Basement / Attic / Garage Reset
This is sorting, organizing, staging, and routing. We help you make decisions, create categories, prep items for removal, and coordinate next steps—so the reset actually finishes.
Best for:
- Pre-reset plan (what areas, what goals, what timelines)
- Sort into clear categories: Keep / Donate / Sell / Recycle / Dispose
- Create “staging zones” for each category (so it’s not a pile forever)
- Donation routing recommendations (ex: Habitat ReStore categories)
- Optional coordination with a hauling partner or disposal option (see below)
Starting prices:
- Half-Day Reset (3 hours) — starting at $399
- Full-Day Reset (6 hours) — starting at $699
- Two-Day Reset (12 hours total) — starting at $1,250
Add-ons:
- Additional hour +$60
- Donation drop-off handling (if local + approved) — quoted case-by-case
- Resale coordination / consignment drop — quoted case-by-case
Closet Cleanout
A practical refresh to help you reclaim space, clarity, and confidence.
Includes:
- keep / donate / sell sorting
- light organization reset
- optional donation routing support
- styling insight using what you already own
Starting prices:
- Closet Cleanout (1 hour) — Starting at $325
- Closet Cleanout (4 hours) — Starting at $600
- Donation drop-off handling included
Add-ons:
- Additional hour — +$140
Responsible Routing Partners
When appropriate, we recommend local partners like Habitat for Humanity ReStore for accepted household items in good-to-excellent condition—so usable items don’t end up in the landfill.
We never promise donation acceptance—final approval depends on the receiving organization’s current standards.
FAQ
Where do you offer these services?
I currently serve Chicago + the Chicagoland area. If you’re outside the region, reach out and I’ll let you know what’s possible.
What do you mean by “donation routing”?
Donation routing means we help you sort, stage, and route usable items to the best next destination—donation, resale, recycling, or disposal—so the reset actually finishes and good items don’t end up in the landfill.
Do you take donations for me / haul items away?
Not by default. Most clients either drop items off themselves or we stage items for pickup. In some cases, donation drop-off handling can be arranged as an add-on, based on distance and item type.
Do you guarantee a donation partner will accept my items?
No. Even when an organization lists accepted categories, final acceptance depends on current needs, condition standards, and capacity. We’ll guide you on best-fit partners, but we don’t promise acceptance until confirmed.
What donation partners do you recommend?
We recommend mission-aligned local partners based on item category and condition. For example, Habitat for Humanity ReStore may be a strong option for good-to-excellent furniture and approved household goods—when items meet current standards.
How do you handle large items (furniture, appliances, etc.)?
We can help with photo pre-screening (if the donation partner prefers it), staging, and coordinating next steps. If pickup is needed, that is handled directly through the receiving organization or a third-party hauler.
What about “junk” removal?
If your reset includes true disposal/junk removal, there are three routes:
- Client arranges disposal (we stage items for pickup)
- Bag/dumpster option (ex: Gorilla Bag) purchased by the client; we help prep/stage
- Third-party hauling contractor paid directly by the client; we coordinate timing
Are hauling fees included in your service pricing?
No. Hauling/disposal costs vary widely, so they are quoted separately and paid directly to the vendor. This keeps pricing fair and avoids surprise charges.
What if I want to resell items instead of donating?
We can help you sort and stage “resale candidates” and recommend next steps (consignment, marketplace, reseller). Resale coordination can be offered as an add-on depending on the scope and what you want handled.
What’s the biggest value of this service?
The biggest value is completion: less overwhelm, a cleaner space, and a clear plan for where things go—so you don’t end up with new piles or half-finished projects.
