SPONSORED CONTENT

by Cruz Esquer

In Creating Cash from Trash, Aaron Blackburn has found a way to combine art, sustainability, and social impact. His partnership with Epi-Hab shows the potential of what can happen when businesses and creatives work together to make a difference. Whether you’re an artist, a recycler, or someone eager to make a positive change in the world, Aaron’s work is a reminder that sustainable living can be beautiful, fulfilling, and even profitable!

Growing up on a small farm in Idaho, Aaron Blackburn developed a deep love for the environment early on. Over the years, he’s turned that passion into creation by making extra money through upcycling. His work ranges from edgy steampunk jewelry to colorful repurposed art pieces, all with the goal of helping people to see waste differently. Creating Cash from Trash is more than just a book! It’s an inspiring guide to turning everyday stuff into amazing creations. Aaron breaks it down with photography tips, AI, and advice on broader thinking. You don’t have to be an artist to benefit from his perspective. This book has something for everyone!

The best part is, Aaron’s work isn’t just about making money: it’s about building community, being inclusive, and making a real impact. One of the coolest parts of his journey is his partnership with Epi-Hab Phoenix, an amazing organization that creates meaningful jobs for adults with epilepsy, autism, ADHD, and other unique challenges.

Epi-Hab: Focusing on Abilities, Not Disabilities

Epi-Hab was founded in 1958, originally focusing on creating jobs for adults with epilepsy. Over time, it expanded to support individuals with diverse special needs, offering services like fulfillment, mailing, printing, and assembly to businesses across Phoenix! They recently expanded again by launching an Etsy store to sell eco-friendly products and recycled items.

Epi-Hab isn’t just about jobs: it’s about showing what people can do, not what they can’t. They focus on helping neurodiverse adults make a real impact at work. Aaron teamed up with them to print and ship his book, Creating Cash from Trash! This is amazing because it ties together their goals of helping people and also promoting environmental awareness.

Epi-Hab also just launched an Etsy store to sell eco continuous items like LED lights and water saving shower heads at below average price.

Coloring Books that Inspire and Empower

As Aaron’s book reached readers, his vibrant photography and creative vision inspired a new project: coloring books designed for adults with autism, ADHD, and other cognitive challenges. These books are therapeutic tools that encourage mindfulness, stress reduction, and focus. With Epi-Hab’s help, these coloring books have become widely available, allowing adults and seniors alike to experience the mental benefits of coloring!

With the holidays right around the corner, give a gift that’s thoughtful and meaningful. Aaron’s coloring books are perfect for anyone who loves stress relief and mindfulness! Not only do they offer hours of creativity and relaxation, but what makes them even more special is that by purchasing or sponsoring these books, you’re also supporting Epi-Hab’s amazing mission of providing rewarding work for adults with special needs. This is more than just a gift; it’s a way to make a real difference!

For more information, visit 

AaronBlackburn.com or EpiHab.org