Community Shredding Events

Shred Your Documents Safely at a Local Event

Protect your privacy and take control of your personal information at a paper shred event near you. We visit communities to securely destroy old tax returns, credit card receipts, and more while educating our neighbors on the importance of secure document destruction.

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What is a Community Shred-it event?

Community Shred-it events help raise awareness about identity theft and fraud by offering a safe way for community members to securely destroy personal documents. We partner with organizations across North America to host these local events, and some even support local charities through donations..

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Free Shredding Events

SHRED SECURELY & FOR FREE

Fee-Based Shredding Events

SHRED WHILE MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Community Shred-it events are often hosted by local Shred-it branches or sponsored by community agencies to offer free shredding to residents. Bring a box or two of confidential papers to one of these sponsored events, and we’ll securely destroy them for you.
Some community Shred-it events are organized to raise funds for charity. Residents can securely shred their documents and have the option to make a small donation that could make a big difference.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Community Shred-it event?

Community Shred-it events raise awareness about identity theft and fraud by reminding community members about the importance of securely destroying personal documents. Shred-it partners with organizations all over North America to host local events where people can destroy their personal documents. Many events also support local charities by collecting voluntary donations for a good cause.

Does Shred-it offer free shredding?

While the idea of “free shredding” may be appealing, it often comes at the cost of reduced security. At Shred-it, we never compromise on your protection. We follow NAID AAA-certified security protocols to help ensure your confidential information is securely destroyed and handled responsibly, which is not always the case with free shredding services.

What does Shred-it do with shredded paper?

After the paper has been securely shredded, the confetti-sized pieces are bundled and provided to paper mills for recycling and repurposing into paper products.

Can I witness my documents being shredded?

Yes. During our on-site mobile shredding service, a representative from your business is welcome to witness the shredding process at our specially designed shredding truck.

How do I need to prepare my materials for shredding?

Package your paper documents as you prefer. Staples and paper clips are fine.

How long does a typical mobile shredding service take?

Our mobile shredding service is fast and efficient. The exact time depends on the volume of documents, but our trucks can shred more than 5,000 pounds of paper per hour.
¹Service options and availability may vary by location. Please contact your Shred-it representative to confirm service availability in your area.