6. Swap Meets and Online Exchanges: Websites like Freecycle or local swap meets can be great sources for pre-loved supplies.
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Over the years there have been many projects delivering meaningful and lasting outcomes. From beach clean-ups to the Fix-It club, biodiesel school buses, solar power, Green Mondays, freecycle uniform and waste composting, HKA’s curriculum, operating practices and community initiatives are designed to build the mindset of future leaders and drive sustainable change. As this academic year comes to a close we share some of the school’s recent endeavours.
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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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A great message including an interview with Deron
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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.
Global Society News: Freecycle: Transforming trash into treasure
In a world increasingly burdened by waste, The Freecycle Network® stands out as a beacon of environmental stewardship and community spirit. With over 5,000 local groups and more than 11 million members globally, this grassroots nonprofit is revolutionising the way we think about giving and receiving.
Founded on May 1, 2003, by Deron Beal, Freecycle started as an innovative solution to a common problem. While working for RISE, a Tucson-based nonprofit providing recycling services and transitional employment, Beal noticed that many perfectly usable items were being discarded. Determined to find a more efficient way to repurpose these goods, he created an email group for Tucson residents, allowing them to offer and request items freely. This simple yet powerful idea quickly gained traction, evolving into a global movement.
https://www.globalsociety.earth/post/freecycle-transforming-trash-into-treasure
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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.
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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.