Huron Valley State Bank Sets Highland Shredding, E-Recycling Event for Oct. 17
The free Michigan collection combines secure document destruction with a small-electronics recycling program supporting Detroit Zoo gorilla conservation efforts.
MONTREAL (RecyclingMonster): Huron Valley State Bank will host a free document-shredding and electronics-recycling event on Saturday, October 17, giving individuals and businesses an opportunity to securely dispose of sensitive records and selected small electronic devices.
The community event will run from 10 a.m. to noon at the bank's Highland branch, 2920 E. Highland Rd., Highland, Michigan.
Free Shredding Limited to Four Banker's Boxes
Participants may bring documents for secure destruction at no charge. The program is limited to four banker's boxes per person or business, and materials will be accepted only while the shredding truck has available capacity.
Small Electronics Collection Supports Gorilla Conservation
Huron Valley State Bank is also collecting small electronic devices through a partnership with the Detroit Zoo and Eco-Cell.
Accepted items include cellphones, iPads and other tablets, iPods and MP3 players, GPS devices, smartwatches, AirPods and other earbuds, virtual reality headsets, digital cameras and associated cords.
Proceeds from devices recycled through the program support gorilla conservation efforts connected with the Detroit Zoo's participation in the Gorillas on the Line initiative.
Personal Data Must Be Removed Before Drop-Off
Participants must remove personal information from electronic devices before handing them over. Organizers advise users to back up files they wish to retain and erase stored personal data before arriving at the event.
RecyclingMonster Insight: A Targeted E-Waste Stream With a Second Purpose
This is not a conventional broad electronics drop-off accepting everything from computers to televisions and appliances. The Highland collection focuses on compact personal electronics such as phones, tablets, wearables, audio devices, GPS units and cameras, matching the device stream used by the Detroit Zoological Society's Gorillas on the Line recycling program.
The conservation connection is measurable. Detroit Zoo reports that its 2024 campaign collected 2,792 devices and generated a $1,468 donation, ranking its effort first in North America that year. The zoo also states that ECO-CELL does not erase personal information from donated devices, making the Highland event's instruction to wipe devices before drop-off particularly important.
Individuals and businesses planning to participate should arrive during the scheduled two-hour collection window and observe the four-box document limit. Huron Valley State Bank lists its Highland branch telephone number as 248-887-9900 for additional information.
Highland Shredding and Electronics Recycling: What to Know
When is Huron Valley State Bank's Highland shredding event?
The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon.
Where will the event take place?
The collection will be held at Huron Valley State Bank's Highland branch at 2920 E. Highland Rd., Highland, Michigan 48356.
How many documents can participants bring?
Individuals and businesses may bring up to four banker's boxes of documents. Shredding is available only while truck capacity remains.
What electronics are accepted?
Accepted devices include cellphones, tablets, MP3 players, GPS devices, smartwatches, earbuds, virtual reality headsets, digital cameras and associated cords.
Should electronic devices be erased before recycling?
Yes. Participants are instructed to remove personal information and back up any files they wish to retain before donating their devices.