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Trade treasures instead of cash
Why buy new when you can swap? Freecycle networks and online swap groups are perfect for finding secondhand furniture, clothing, and gadgets—all for free. These platforms encourage sustainable living while helping you save money on items you need. Whether it’s exchanging books, baby clothes, or home decor, swapping goods fosters community connections and reduces waste. Plus, it’s a thrill to find hidden gems without spending a dime!
American Libraries Magazine: Bookend: The Wedding Dress Whisperer
Decades later, Puccio’s passion now manifests itself in a rotating collection of vintage and modern bridal gowns, which she stores in her library office and loans to any bride who asks. Community members have donated most of the 100-plus dresses on offer, though Puccio sometimes nabs gowns from Freecycle or Goodwill if she spots a good one. Nor is her own wedding dress spared from the collection. Married for 34 years, the widowed Puccio has gladly loaned out the gown she wore at her 1985 nuptials.
Daily Kos: How To Help Each Other
For about 7 years now, I’ve been a Volunteer Moderator for a worldwide organization, Freecycle.org. Beginning in England, there are Freecycle.org branches in many areas and if not, it’s easy to start one.
Our Mission Statement is to reduce waste, save resources and to ease the burden on local landfills. We’re an all volunteer organization and we care about the planet.
https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2025/1/16/2297247/-How-To-Help-Each-Other
MSN: How to Dispose of Household Items That Are Difficult To Get Rid Of
If you have an old mattress and box spring in good condition, consider selling them or giving them away on a web site such as Freecycle Network, Nextdoor or craigslist. If you purchased a new mattress, see if the store will take your old mattress for recycling.
You can also check with your local recycling center or garbage disposal service to see what their rules are with old mattresses and box springs. Garbage haulers will often pick up a certain number of oversized items each year. Yet another option is a junk removal company, like 1-800-Got-Junk?
Arizona Daily Star: These Tucson nonprofits can help with year-end recycling, reusing
It’s New Year’s Eve and if your list of resolutions includes recycling and reusing, local nonprofits can help make those intentions a reality.
In fact, the Freecycle Network (https://www.freecycle.org/), a nonprofit dedicated to helping people give and get stuff for free, is gearing up for its busiest day of the year.
“Every year, our busiest day is January 2. Everyone gets through the holidays and they say, ‘I got my new sweater and I’m getting rid of the old … it’s kind of like Boxing Day in England, when people box up their old stuff after Christmas to get rid of it,” said Deron Beal, founder and CEO of Freecycle, which he established locally in 2003.
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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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“Before you bu
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.
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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.