IKEA Baltimore – and – Maryland State Fairgrounds

Shred Day is returning to Timonium and White Marsh in 2026, offering free document destruction to those who need it. This annual event is part of a national campaign aimed at reducing identity theft and increasing scam awareness in our communities. In Maryland, identity theft continues to be a major concern, making up a significant portion of fraud reports submitted to the FTC. Nationwide, consumers lost an estimated $12.5 billion to identity fraud in 2024, and with fraud schemes becoming more sophisticated, experts anticipate these numbers will rise in 2026. Protect yourself by safely shredding sensitive documents on Shred Day!

Which documents should you shred? 

1. Old tax forms
2. Junk mail
3. Documents with a signature that you no longer need
4. Old bank statements
5. Credit or credit card offers

When in doubt, bring it to Shred Day!

BBB staff, volunteers, and sponsors will be on-site to give full-service assistance to keep drivers and passengers safely inside their vehicles while authorized personnel from the National Association of Information Destruction, AAA certified company, Iron Mountain, perform the actual shredding.

How you can help: 

• Volunteer to help shred
   
• Become a Shred Day Sponsor

Sponsors receive additional on-site exposure by showcasing company vehicles and having team-member volunteers at both event locations. All sponsors are recognized on digital marketing collateral and encouraged to provide promotional items, literature, or coupons for distribution in co-branded swag bags. 

Sponsor packages start at just $500, click here to learn more and schedule a call with Joann Francavilla to get started: [email protected] or 410-935-9220

 When: 

Saturday, April 25 8:00 – 11:00am

Where:

Location #1 – Maryland State Fairgrounds – 2200 York Rd, Timonium, MD 21093 (Get Directions)
Location #2 – IKEA Baltimore – 8352 Honeygo Blvd, Nottingham, MD 21236 (Get Directions)

Why:

Combatting Identity Theft in Maryland. Document shredding isn’t just good for you, it’s also good for the planet! After shredding, the paper is recycled – meaning Shred Day is an easy, secure, and eco-friendly way to dispose of your documents.

This event made possible thanks to BBB sponsors: