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Franklin SWCD and SWACO Community Backyards Compost Bin Rebate

Run by Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District (Community Backyards) with SWACO

SeasonalLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
SWACO bin $100 less $70 instant rebate = $30 plus tax; $50 rebate on other eligible bins (not City of Columbus residents)
Maximum
$70 per household
Who qualifies
SWACO bin: everyone incl. Columbus residents. $50 rebate: not available to City of Columbus residents.
Where
Residents of Franklin County and participating communities; the $50 rebate excludes City of Columbus residents.
Status
Seasonal. SWACO bin remains available while supplies last; main program closed for 2026.
Type of payment
Rebate
Official program page

What you do

Buy a compost bin: SWACO 82-gallon bin at instant discount, or a rodent-proof enclosed bin for $50 reimbursement.

Requirements

  • Complete course or workshop and receive voucher first (cannot purchase before voucher)
  • Bin enclosed, prefabricated, rodent-proof (tumblers, on-ground, worm bins qualify)
  • Indoor pails, DIY bins and composting services not eligible
  • SWACO bin picked up at Grandview FSWCD office; sales final

How to apply

  1. 1Complete online course or workshop
  2. 2Receive voucher
  3. 3Buy SWACO bin online from Franklin Soil and Water and pick up (reminder email a week before), or buy another eligible bin and submit reimbursement via Choice Digital

Timing and deadlines

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Combining it with other programs

One rebate per household per year

Sources

Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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