Donating Used Goods – Productivity & Organizing Blog Carnival
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Spring is here, and millions are decluttering their homes of items they no longer want or need. Donating used goods is a popular way to keep these items out of the landfill and get them into the hands of someone who can use them.
To help you learn about the type of items that can be donated, who will accept them, what condition they must be in, and any restrictions, I asked my readers to share their blog posts about donating used goods. You’ll find lots of great information here!
The sponsor for this month is Geralin Thomas. The owner of Metropolitan Organizing© since 2002, Geralin helps organizers at all experience levels to achieve their goals through her one-on-one coaching and her collection of professionally designed, editable, essential business kits.
If you offer a product or service that would interest professional organizers, productivity consultants, or their clients, maximize your exposure by sponsoring an upcoming edition of the Productivity & Organizing Blog Carnival.
As you read the posts listed below, please connect with the bloggers on social media, leave comments, and share your favorite posts with your own network. Please use the hashtag #POBC in your social media posts.
| Caroline Warren | Spring Cleaning - Prune your garden, prune your closet! |
| Cathy Borg | Downsize using the Magic of Donating: Let Go and Help Others |
| Hazel Thornton | How NOT to save your photos or donate books |
| Hellen Buttigieg | My Wedding Gown and The Law of Attraction |
| Janet Schiesl | 6 Good Reasons to Donate to a Thrift Store |
| Julie Stobbe | What should I do with clothing I no longer need? |
| Kim Tremblay | But I paid a lot of $ for this. Do I Sell or Donate? |
| Linda Samuels | 7 Useful Resources That Will Help You Let Go and Get a Fresh Start |
| Lisa Gessert | Are You Ready to Purge and Donate? |
| Natalie Gallagher | Where to Donate Garage Sale Leftovers |
| Pam Holland | A caring person's guide to mindfully donating used goods |
| Sabrina Quairoli | How to Get Rid of Household Electronics |
| Seana Turner | Schedule a Donation Pickup |
| Sheri Steed | Donate Your Stuff |
| That Hoarder | Stop giving your stuff to people who don’t want it |
No time to read them all now? Pin this post for later!
Thanks to everyone for sharing your wisdom, and special thanks to Geralin Thomas for sponsoring.
I’m now accepting submissions for the next Productivity & Organizing Blog Carnival, when our topic will be Weekend Organizing Projects, sponsored by Sabrina’s Organizing & Admin Services.
Submit your post as soon as you’re ready – any time before 11:59 PM EDT on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
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I think how to mindfully and generously get rid of things is one of the top concerns my clients have. We all seem to find it easier to let go when we know that our belongings will be benefiting someone else. Thanks for gathering all these wonderful posts that are full of great ideas and tips! Fun to be a part of such terrific company.
Yes – I love that some of the bloggers focussed on mindset. I suspect that a lot of people seeking help in this area might not realize how important it is to the process of letting go.
Thank you for including my post in this great collection of posts! Donating has been near and dear to my heart over the many years of organizing with clients.
It fascinates me to learn how many types of organizations accept donations of used goods, and the wide variety that can be donated. Everything from teaspoons to musical instruments to cars! Your passion and that of your colleagues comes through clearly when you write about this topic.
Thanks so much for including me in this! What an incredible collection of information all in one place
Very happy to have you on board!
What a fantastic group of perspectives and resources! I love these monthly POBC sharings. Thank you, Janet, for the opportunity to participate and for bringing us resources I might have missed.
There’s just so much great information out there; it’s impossible to find it all! I’m grateful that so many of my readers are happy to share their collective wisdom with others.