Given candle containers are largely temper glass, they cannot be recycled. They ultimately end up in landfill.
That’s why we created our return and swap model to encourage reuse and eliminate landfill - not to mention the cost benefit of 30% off your candle when you return your empties.
But what to do with all the other brand of candle containers? We welcome any clean, good quality containers we can refill and donate.
Pre loved candles lighting up a new home for survivors of domestic violence
Cupboards full of used candle containers? Why not donate for good?
We will refill and donate to organisations supporting survivors of domestic violence and refugees, when setting up a new home.
We ask that only good quality clean candle containers are donated to ensure we can provide a gift you would be happy to receive.
Drop off points
You can drop off your clean and good quality candle containers at the following locations:
- CandleXchange Warehouse - 4/1 Mitchell Road, Brookvale, NSW 2100
- House of Hyggelig - 197-215 Condamine Street, Balgowlah, NSW 2093
- Banish Sustainability Hub - 490 Pitt Street, Haymarket NSW 2000
- North Sydney Community Centre, 220 Miller St North Sydney, 2060
- Dee Why Gardens (Reception), 155 Fisher Rd N, Dee Why NSW 2099
- Brentwood Village (Reception), 1 Scaysbrook Dr, Kincumber NSW 2251
- Henry Kendall Gardens (Reception), 150 Maidens Brush Rd, Wyoming NSW 2250
- Y Not Crystals 324 Darby Street, Cooks Hill, NSW 2300
- Full Circle Collective, 437 Hunter Street, Newcastle, 2300
- Lendlease employees can use drop off zones established in each corporate workplace nationally
- Book with your Recycle Smart pick up
Email hello@candlexchange.com.au if you would like to become an UpCandle drop off point
Thanking you with a 20% discount offer
To thank you for your generosity and effort, we're offering a special incentive: enjoy a 20% discount off your next CandleXchange order, whether online or in-store at Balgowlah.
Simply use the discount code rewardforupcycle2024 at checkout for online purchases* or mention it in-store.
*Limited to one order per customer
UpCandle Impact
Contained collected
Over 3000 used candle containers have been collected & cleaned ready for upcycle.
Candles donated
Over 2300 candles have been donated to survivors of domestic violence and homelessness and refugee communities.
Candle Making Workshops
Candle making workshops have been held with Northern Beaches Women’s Shelter, Women’s Housing Company & Baptist Care Hope Street to support their emotional wellbeing programs.
Thank you to our program supporters
Program recipients include
Become an UpCandle Partner
Join us in making a meaningful impact by supporting CandleXchange’s UpCandle Program.
By collecting quality & clean used candle containers at your workplace and contributing just $15 per refill, you help provide beautifully upcycled candles to organsations supporting domestic violence survivors and refugees. Together, we can reduce waste, promote sustainability, and bring light to those starting a new.
UpCandle
With your help, we plan to extend the life of used candle containers and give someone deserving the gift of ambience in their new home
Frequently asked questions
We accept any used candle containers (glass or ceramic) that are in good condition and can be refilled to create a gift you would be happy to receive.
Not burnt, stains or chipped containers please.
There is no limit to the number of containers you donate, as long as they are in good shape.
We would prefer you remove all wax and labels from your used containers.
To clean your container, simply use hot water and wipe out the remaining wax. Or place in the freezer for 20 minutes, the wax will pop out. Please dispose wax in the bin, not down the drain. A wash in warm soapy water or in the dishwasher should finish the job.
We accept donations at our warehouse at 4/1 Mitchell Road, Brookvale 2100.
Other drop off options at supporter locations listed in the above page.
Due to storage limitations, we may limit donations at different times of year. If in doubt, just email us
We welcome new supporters of the UpCandle program.
Email us to discuss how you can best get involved.