The idea for Red River Refillery came about slowly. I was taking the garbage and recycling to the curb and was so happy the recycling can was more full than the garbage can. Then I thought that is NOT such a good thing either, went inside and googled recycling facts and found out less than 9% of plastics actually get recycled. I thought, “How could my family reduce the amount of garbage and recycling?” I started by shopping the bulk food section of the grocery store and Prairie Roots. It felt good to reduce some of my plastic packaging waste. About the same time I saw a refillery on social media and thought it was amazing, I want to shop there. Surely others would like to shop that way too. Why do we not have one in Fargo? I waited patiently hoping a refillery would open in Fargo.
I never set out to be a business owner, but I felt so strongly that a refill store was needed and could help make a difference. I pushed through a lot of self doubt and stumbled a few times with the paperwork of opening a business. I am sure I will make many more mistakes along the way.
With the support of family and friends I opened in April 2021. I never expected the joy I felt when the first customer (that were not friends or family members) brought their own containers to be refilled.
We want to help you reduce your carbon footprint. We do this by offering bulk refills that are good for you and the earth. We also carry reusable products that replace single-use disposable products. By making small changes you will have a big impact.
