When:
🗓️ July 15
Where:
🌐 Everywhere
Since:
2015
Created by Linda Eaton Hall-Fulcher on June 9th, 2015
A Celebration of Generosity and Thoughtful Giving
Get ready to embrace the spirit of generosity and declutter your space for a greater cause!
Give Something Away Day, created by Linda Eaton Hall-Fulcher in 2015, is an annual event that takes place on July 15. It’s a day dedicated to encouraging acts of kindness, mindful consumerism, and making a positive impact on the world. Whether it’s sharing items with the less fortunate, supporting mindful consumerism, or being mindful of our carbon footprint, this event calls on everyone who cares to join in advocating for a kinder and more compassionate world.
The Benefits of Giving and Sharing
The act of giving goes beyond helping others, it also benefits the giver.
- It promotes good mental health and a sense of fulfillment.
- It reduces clutter and creates a more organized living space.
- It fosters empathy and gratitude for what we have.
- It strengthens connections within communities.
- It brings joy and hope to those in need.
Declutter for a Cause: Items in Your Home Ready to Find New Homes
Let’s embark on a mission to declutter and spread the joy of giving. Here’s a list of items you may consider giving away:
- Clothes that no longer fit or that you haven’t worn in ages but are still in good condition.
- Books that have already brought you joy, but are now collecting dust on your shelves, eager to be read by someone new.
- Kitchen gadgets or utensils that haven’t seen daylight in years and could bring joy to budding chefs.
- Toys and games that have been outgrown or forgotten but could brighten a child’s day.
- Old mason jars waiting to be repurposed into quirky DIY projects.
- Furniture or home decor items that could find a new home to lounge in.
How to Celebrate Give Something Away Day
Ready to join the movement of giving and sharing?
Here’s how you can participate in Give Something Away Day:
- Sort through your belongings and set aside items you no longer need or use.
- Donate to local charities, shelters, or organizations in your community that accept specific items you wish to give away.
- Gift items to friends, family, or neighbors who may find joy and use in them.
- Host a neighborhood swap meet or a free giveaway event, where everyone can exchange unwanted items for new treasures.
- Inspire others to join in the celebration by spreading the word on social media using hashtags like #GiveSomethingAwayDay and #SpreadTheJoy.
In Conclusion
Now, if anyone questions why you’re celebrating Give Something Away Day by throwing a parade where you joyfully toss your old but still awesome looking band shirts into the crowd, just tell them Wild Calendar gave you permission.
May your acts of kindness bring smiles, your decluttering efforts bring clarity, and your heartwarming stories inspire others to join in.
Happy Give Something Away Day!
“The more you give, the less you need.”
(Stephen Richards)
#GiveSomethingAwayDay #NationalGiveSomethingAwayDay
