Bill and John founded Recover with a mission to create sustainable , socially responsible apparel while inspiring others to work toward a greener future .

Recover ’ s proprietary process blends 100 % recycled PET with upcycled cotton to create the lightweight , soft , and durable Classic Tee . This method minimizes dyes , cuts plastic packaging , and reduces chemicals , water , and energy use .

Recover partners with the Big Sur International Marathon , a leader in sustainable events . It also supports Hurricane Florence relief , raising $ 130,000 through the # CAREolinas Recover Tee .

Recover launches the Clean Water Initiative with World Vision , donating a day of clean drinking water for every product sold . It also introduces the Closed Loop Program , allowing customers to recycle their old Recover tees .

As Recover ’ s popularity grows , it launches a wholesale program with custom designs , expanding its positive impact . The company also partners with a Guatemala facility powered by biomass from local forestry and coffee waste .

Recover expands distribution to all 50 states and internationally through a partnership with The Island School in the Bahamas , a leader in education — a partnership that continues today .

Recover partners with craft beer pioneer Sierra Nevada Brewing Co . to provide sustainable merchandise across its Chico , CA , and Mills River , NC locations , as well as its online store .

Recover expands with a new headquarters in Charlotte , NC , featuring warehouse distribution , offices , and retail space . Its 100 % recycled apparel line grows to include sportswear , polos , fleece , and accessories .

Recover creates a 250-mile radius supply chain within the USA , reducing carbon emissions , supporting the local economy , and speeding up production . In 2020 , it launches an online Small Business Fundraiser , raising over $ 70,000 for small businesses impacted by the global pandemic .

Recover expands its USA-made products to include a USDA Certified Organic Cotton Tee and partners with Intradeco , a vertically integrated manufacturer in El Salvador with sustainable practices .

Bill and friends bike Recover ’ s entire US supply chain in a day to showcase its local impact . Recover also teams up with Catawba Riverkeeper as the presenting sponsor of their Monthly Cleanup Series to remove trash from the Catawba-Wateree River Basin .

Recover ’ s new HQ hosts community events like greenway clean-ups , running clubs , and the RAD concert series , which featured over 30 touring artists in four years , including Steve Gunn , Michael Nau , Futurebirds , and more .

Giving back has been part of Recover ’ s DNA since day one . In 2017 , it joined 1 % for the Planet and launched the Protect Our Parks Initiative , donating proceeds from every Protect Our Parks tee to the National Park Foundation .

Recover outgrows its Charlotte HQ , moving into a larger warehouse and distribution center . The brand also unveils a refresh , revitalizing its look while staying true to its core values .

Recover expands through major events like the Marine Corps Marathon , partnerships with brands like Rivian , and a print-on-demand Zero Waste Online Store model , attracting new partners like 4ocean . It also responds to Hurricane Helene ’ s destruction in WNC by launching fundraisers , offering WNC Strong apparel , and donating 12,000 products for relief efforts .