Give and get cool things for free while reducing waste and helping the planet.

Groups like Freecycle keep stuff out of the landfills and connect people with hidden treasures.

Give stuff and get stuff

What is a reuse group?

It's not a charity or a business: It's an idea that perfectly good used stuff deserves a home other than the landfill. Instead of throwing out things like furniture, dishes, bikes, and electronics, people in a reuse group give these items away for free to other people in their community who can use them. Find a local reuse group.

Real reusable finds

See what people are getting for free on reuse groups

Chicken coop

Brooke

We had some boards left after installing a fence. A local farmer used them to build a new chicken coop -- and a beautiful one at that Read more

Brooke, New Oxford, PA

Computers

Michael

We recycle and rebuild computers from our Freecycle group. This helps the environment and helps kids get gifts for Christmas. Read more

Michael, Fayetteville, NC

Quilt

Peggy

I use Freecycle to find cloth and materials that I can refashion into quilts like this one. Read more

Peggy, Laredo, TX

Baby bassinet

Donna

I joined Freecycle three years ago to get baby stuff for my niece who was expecting. Read more

Donna, Hanover, PA

You can do this

Reuse groups use email to offer items and arrange for pickup. Sign up and see what's being offered in your town or give something away.

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An online flea market where everything's free

An unwanted mattress led Deron Beal to create an online phenomenon that pairs givers with receivers.
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