The Mill's Mission
At The Mill, we believe the next generation of entrepreneurs can lead the way in sustainability. Built by students, for students, The Mill is a learning platform where creative minds come together to solve real-world challenges, starting with textile waste.
Sustainable
Zero Waste
Recycled
Fair Trade
Through hands-on projects and paid opportunities, students at the mill are developing large-scale recycling solutions. We're not just learning—we’re leading efforts to give discarded materials new life and create a more circular economy.
Combining entrepreneurship, sustainability, and social impact, The Mill empowers students to make meaningful change—while gaining experience they can use to thrive after graduation.
Our Approach
We take discarded textiles and transform them through two core initiatives, repair and repurpose.
Repair
We take lightly damaged garments and repair, refresh, and resell them—reducing waste while preserving quality and value.
Repurpose
Materials beyond repair are creatively reimagined into entirely new products, like scrunchies, bags, and even pet accessories.
Every item is imagined, crafted, and brought to life by students at the University of Maryland.
