Move Out 2024

Historically, move-out time in Isla Vista has been extremely wasteful, with approximately 1 million pounds of waste generated during move-out season each year. By planning your move early and utilizing the resources listed below, you can help contribute to a more sustainable and less stressful move out.

Make a Plan - Don't Contribute to Waste & Climate Change:

During Move Out 2020, 702,000 pounds of material were collected from Isla Vista streets, down from 1.2 million pounds in 2019, and over 1,100 mattresses were diverted for recycling.
Since 2000 the combined amount of material Marborg Industries has removed off the streets of Isla Vista through the Move Out program totals 20,282,000 pounds.

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IVCSD's Donation Pickup Service

Let us pick up and donate your unwanted items in good condition!

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Donate to the GIVE Benefit Sale

Drop off items in good condition on campus! Available June 12 - June 21

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Don't Throw Away - Donate or Sell Instead!

Don't just leave your couch or mattress on the street - utilize these strategies to ensure your bulky item does not end up in the landfill!

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Sell Items Online

Utilize websites like Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and more to sell your items

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Recycle your old sneakers!

Do you have sneakers or athletic shoes that you no longer want? Recycle them by dropping them off at UCSB's Recreation Center or ICA!

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Specific Waste Disposal

How to dispose of e-waste, batteries, green waste, hazardous waste, and prescription medication

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As a Last Resort, send items to the landfill

Please only dispose of items that are in unusable condition

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Start Bringing Home Your Belongings Now!

Start bringing items home early! This will ensure that you can fit everything in your car for your final trip home in June.

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Donate to Local Thrift Stores Year-Round

Drop off your items in good condition to local thrift stores year-round!

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Look For Summer Storage Early!

Find storage EARLY in the year to secure a spot for your items.

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Participate in IV's Community-Wide Yard Sale

You sell your items in your front yard or at the Community Center - we'll do the advertising!

Unwanted Item Pick Up

Complete the form here to sign up!

Make a Plan - Don't Contribute to Waste & Climate Change:

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