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Make a Statement: Top 5 Ways to Reuse Items

With just a little instruction and a short amount of time, you can repurpose many used household items to make them useful again. Here are our top 5 favorite ways to reuse items: 1. Turn your t-shirt into a tote … Continued

How Positive Is Your Inbox?

Call us biased, but the emails we get at Zealous Good are phenomenal. Just the other day we received this heartwarming message from the volunteer manager at Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley region, “Our kiddos are so thankful … Continued

Mother’s Day Gifts Delivered to Women in Need

Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 12, and that means it’s time to thank the moms in your life in a big way! Mother’s Day is also a time to consider less fortunate moms.  National moving company, Two Men and … Continued

The Facts on Drop-Off Donation Bins

Dropping off your bag of clothes at a drop-off donation bin is a quick and charitable way to unload your excess items. And while many bins clearly state where your donation is going, a majority of drop-off donation bins are … Continued

Where to Donate Trees in Your Community

In celebration of Earth Day this past Monday and Arbor Day Friday, we’re discussing where to donate trees in your community (and beyond!) Whether you choose to donate trees in someone’s honor or you wish to beautify a favorite outdoor … Continued

5 Corporate Volunteer Program Ideas

Whether your company already has a corporate volunteer program and is looking for new volunteer opportunities, or you’re looking to start a new company initiative, there are plenty of ways you and your coworker can lend a hand.  Here are … Continued

Earth Day in Chicago!

This Monday, April 22, marks the 43rd anniversary of Earth Day, an international event that supports environmental protection. Get a jumpstart on celebrating Earth Day in Chicago by taking part in a charitable and green event hosted by Play, a … Continued

How to Donate Toys for Kids

This is part of our charitable “How To“ series. Today we are talking about how to donate toys for kids. Check back for more charity, donor related instruction! 1. Decide what toys you want to donate: Decide if you are … Continued

What Being Green Means

These days, it seems, everyone is “going green.” But the truth is, few people actually know what being green means. To some, being green means spending a bunch of cash or having an all-hemp wardrobe. The panel at March’s CRAVE … Continued

What’s Good in April

April is a great month to watch the flowers bloom and to shed some layers. It’s also a great month to get back to exploring the city. Let the warmer temps be your motivation, and our list of charitable events … Continued