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Get ready to clear out your clutter and do some good this February 1st for Declutter for a Cause Month! This month-long celebration encourages people to declutter their homes and donate unwanted items to charity, making a positive impact on both their living space and the community. This holiday was created by professional organizer and decluttering expert Stacey Agin Murray in 2016, with the goal of not only helping individuals live more organized lives, but also supporting charitable organizations in need. So let's roll up our sleeves and get decluttering for a great cause!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Holiday Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>Professional organizer Stacey Agin Murray establishes Declutter for a Cause Month.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increasing Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The event starts to gain traction nationally, with donation centers reporting an increase in items during February.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Celebrity Endorsements</div><div class='timeline-text'>Celebrities like Marie Kondo participate and promote the holiday, leading to increased awareness and participation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Declutter for a Cause Month becomes recognized and celebrated in various countries internationally.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pandemic Impact</div><div class='timeline-text'>Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, donations persist, as people use the opportunity to declutter their working from home spaces.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate unused items</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the opportunity to declutter your home and donate any unused items to a local charity or organization. Not only will you be simplifying your space, but you'll also be helping those in need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a garage sale</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make decluttering fun by hosting a garage sale with friends or neighbors. You'll not only get rid of unwanted items, but you can also raise money for a good cause by donating a portion of the proceeds to charity.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a neighborhood clean-up day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your community and organize a neighborhood clean-up day. Not only will you be decluttering common areas, but you'll also be beautifying your surroundings and bringing people together for a good cause.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend some time volunteering at a local organization that supports decluttering for a cause. You can help sort and organize donations, or even offer your skills to help with their decluttering efforts.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Challenge friends to a decluttering competition</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make decluttering fun by challenging friends to a decluttering competition. Set a goal and see who can declutter the most items or achieve the most organized space by the end of the month.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's for a good cause</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Declutter for a Cause Month encourages people to donate their unwanted items to those in need, instead of just throwing them away. This not only helps reduce clutter in our homes, but also benefits charitable organizations and individuals in need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes a cleaner and more organized environment</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Decluttering not only creates more space in our homes, but also leads to a clearer mind and less stress. By participating in Declutter for a Cause Month, we can all work towards creating a cleaner and more organized environment for ourselves and others.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's an opportunity to give back</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During Declutter for a Cause Month, we have the chance to not only improve our own living spaces, but also make a positive impact on others. Donating unwanted items can help someone in need, and it feels good to give back to our communities in this way.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Donating to charities can be tax-deductible</h3><p class='facts-content'>In many countries, donations to charitable organizations can be tax-deductible, which can provide a significant incentive for individuals and businesses to give generously.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Giving turns out to be good for the giver's health</h3><p class='facts-content'>Several scientific studies have found a correlation between donating to charity and increased feelings of happiness, reduced stress, and even longer lifespan.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Billions of dollars are donated each year</h3><p class='facts-content'>Billions of dollars are donated to charities worldwide every year, demonstrating the collective power of philanthropy to effect change.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Charity can serve as an important function in the economy</h3><p class='facts-content'>In addition to providing essential services and support for those in need, charities also play a key role in the economy, employing hundreds of thousands of people worldwide and contributing substantially to global GDP.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Donating in-kind goods is as valuable as money</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many charities depend heavily on in-kind donations including food, clothing, and household items in addition to financial contributions.</p></div></div>
Declutter for a Cause Month is celebrated on February 1 every year. In 2024, it falls on a Thursday.
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