Omaha Recycling Guide
Greeting Cards
Some Restrictions Apply
ACCEPTED: Plain or Printed Paper
Place greeting cards made from plain paper or cardstock in a curbside recycling cart or drop-off site container.
- Plain paper envelopes are also ok
- Keep items loose and do not bag
NOT ACCEPTED: Cards with Metallic Decoration or Glitter
DO NOT place cards or envelopes with shiny foil, metallic decorations, or glitter in a City of Omaha curbside recycling cart or drop-off site container. Place this type of paper in the garbage.
Related Items:
Musical Greeting Cards, Gift Wrapping Paper, Gift Bags & Boxes
Ways to Reduce or Reuse
Opt for plain or recycled-paper greeting cards that can easily be recycled.
Get creative and reuse or repurpose old paper greeting cards in a unique way, such as a collage or art project.