Goods for Good

Recession-shmusession; the spirit of giving looked perfectly healthy from my vantage point in the mall parking lot this weekend. Personally, I felt a tinge of guilt buying our household's 6th iPod knowing that kids all over the world are not only lacking iPods, but basics such as pens and paper. Individually, I feel like I can never do enough. That's why supporting charitable organizations with a few of those holiday dollars is every bit as critical this year as any other.

Goods for Good is an excellent charity with an interesting twist. You can make a huge impact on the lives of many, and it won't cost you a dime. They send excess goods and materials from American companies directly to impoverished children and orphans in Africa.
By focusing on the corporate sector, Goods for Goods has reclaimed and found use for literally tons of office supplies and materials that would have otherwise found their way into a dumpster. You can help by spreading the word and getting your company involved.

Did your printer screw up and misprint the annual promotional calendar? Ask your employer to send them to Africa. How about that new ream of paper that keeps jamming the office copier? Don't toss it, send it to Goods for Good.

Here's your chance to make a big impact in mere minutes: tell your boss about Goods for Good today. If She doesn't listen, send a memo to PR. It's good for you, your company, the environment, and thousands of orphans in Malawi and other villages in need.

They're looking for bulk excess clothing, school supplies, personal hygiene products, etc. And of course, you can donate much needed cash to help get the goods to their final destination. See the Goods for Good website for more ways to help.  

Here's a 4 min. video to share the message:
 

Goods for Good: From Excess to Progress from Melissa Kushner on Vimeo.