The Town of Cape Elizabeth maintains a shed at the Recycling Center where residents can leave bottles, cans, and jugs so the Town may redeem the deposits. The proceeds from these returnables benefit Cape Elizabeth-based not-for-profit and non-profit service clubs and organizations that benefit the youth of Cape Elizabeth.

Annually, in October, the Recycling Committee makes applications available for organizations to apply for funding. The announcement and link to the application is posted on the town's website during the application acceptance period.  Funds are awarded in December.  In order to qualify for proceeds from the Bottle Shed, organizations must: be based in Cape Elizabeth; provide the organization's tax identification number and a W-9; and submit a fully completed application by the deadline.  Organizations may submit no more than one application per year.  For more information, please contact Director of Public Works Jay Reynolds.

The winners of the 2023 Bottle Shed Grant are:

Boy Scouts of America, Troop 30
Cape Community Arena
Cape Elizabeth Baseball Boosters
Cape Elizabeth Boys Basketball Boosters Cape Elizabeth Football Boosters
Cape Elizabeth Girls Basketball Boosters Cape Elizabeth Historical Preservation Society Cape Elizabeth Lions Club
Cape Elizabeth Soccer Club
Cape Ultimate
CEHS Speed & Debate Team
CEHS Class of 2026 Student Council Parents Forum of CEHS
Pond Cove Parents Association Portland and Cape Elizabeth Hockey

Applications are not currently being accepted. Links will become active during an Open Application period.