Freecycle:

Freecycle is a grassroots, online network of local groups where people give and get stuff for free in their own towns and neighborhoods. It’s a fantastic resource for finding free mattresses, as members often post items they no longer need, including furniture and bedding.

To access Freecycle, simply search for a group in your area, join, and start browsing the listings. Keep in mind that availability can vary, so it’s worth checking back frequently and being quick to respond to any postings that match your needs. Remember to arrange safe pickup or delivery when communicating with other members.

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y anything, go through last year’s backpacks to see if anything is left over that you can use this year.

It is worth also checking out free groups online. That can be “Buy Nothing” groups on Facebook, or the website www.freecycle.org.”

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Freecycle and Buy Nothing Groups: Sometimes, people buy products that they don’t like or can’t use. This may be because they are moving urgently or had an allergy to a certain ingredient. Either way, these products often end up advertised in Freecycle or in your local Buy Nothing groups.

2. Scour Online Marketplaces©Image Credit: Rawpixel/Deposit Photos

Websites like Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and Freecycle often have listings for free plants. Gardeners moving homes or thinning out their collections frequently give away excess plants rather than toss them. Set up alerts for “free plants” in your area and be ready to pick up quickly.

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3. Donate and Rehome

Many things you no longer need may still be beneficial to other people. Think about giving household items, toys, clothing, and furniture to thrift stores, shelters, or local charities. You can also give things away for free by using local community groups or internet marketplaces like Craigslist and Freecycle.

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9. **Consider Freecycle or Craigslist**

Platforms like Freecycle or Craigslist often have individuals giving away items they no longer need. Browse through these platforms to see if anyone is offering a free blood pressure monitor in your area.

1. Craigslist or Freecycle

Consider posting your monitor on websites such as Craigslist or Freecycle. There may be individuals or organizations in your local community that could benefit from your donation.

6. Browse Freecycle

When it comes to free stuff there’s a site that I often recommend – and that’s Freecycle.

This handy site lets you get stuff for free and give away stuff that you no longer want. This saves waste and money too.

Have a browse on there to see if you can find anyone giving away free gardening supplies. You could find things like planters, compost, and gardening tools on there for free.

https://moneypantry.com/free-gardening-supplies/

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2022/02/28/a-guide-to-getting-rid-of-almost-everything-decluttering

(Please note that the article sits behind a paywall)

https://newswire.freecycle.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/A-Guide-to-Getting-Rid-of-Almost-Everything-_-The-New-Yorker.pdf