New year, new purpose: A fresh start for your business and its unwanted items
New year, new purpose: A fresh start for your business and its unwanted items
Start the new year with A Good Thing
As we welcome in the new year, many of us think of it as a fresh start. We take it as an opportunity for reflection, setting new goals, and making meaningful changes. It’s also a great chance to declutter and simplify; out with the old, in with the new!
This doesn’t just apply to homes but to businesses too. Whether it’s extra office furniture, unneeded tech equipment, or pretty much any unused supplies, these items don’t need to sit gathering dust or stand in the way of you and your team having a clutter-free new year.
Instead, why not give them a fresh start and let them find a new purpose? Your unwanted items could make a huge difference to charities that desperately need them, especially at this time of year when fewer people are typically giving.
This year, consider setting a resolution that benefits your business, your community AND the planet: declutter sustainably and donate to a cause that matters.
Start the new year on the right foot
Imagine kicking off the first morning back at work with a quick team effort to take stock of the things your business no longer needs. It’s not just productive, it’s a great way to reconnect after the holidays and set a positive tone for the year ahead.
Sorting out items to donate as a team is a simple but impactful step toward doing good together.
Resolutions that make a real difference
Every January, we make promises to ourselves - whether it’s to get more organised, reduce waste, or give back to the community. These same goals can be just as powerful for businesses too:
Decluttering for productivity: Clearing out unused items creates a more productive and positive workspace. A tidy office sets the tone for a successful year ahead.
Sustainability: With growing awareness of the environmental impact of waste, businesses are becoming more committed to reducing what they send to landfill and finding ways to become more sustainable. Donating unwanted items is a practical and eco-friendly solution.
Making a difference: Supporting charities and local communities doesn’t always mean donating money. Sometimes, the things you no longer need are exactly what someone else is searching for.
If your business is aiming to make a difference in 2025, why not combine all of these goals into one simple resolution? Declutter, donate and create positive change.
Your unwanted items are someone else’s opportunity
That old chair in the corner could find a home in a local homelessness charity’s office. The extra event stationery you didn’t end up using might support an after-school homework club. And the laptop you’ve upgraded from could become a valuable tool for a care-leaver working on their CV and applying for jobs.
By donating, your business clears space AND creates opportunities and support for others. It’s a win-win!
Make A Good Thing your business’s new year’s resolution
At A Good Thing, we connect charities in need with businesses with unneeded items, all via a super-simple, nonprofit, online platform. It’s a straightforward way to ensure that your donations have a truly meaningful impact.
How to get started with A Good Thing
Donating couldn’t be easier:
Take stock: Have a look around your office, warehouse or workplace. What’s gathering dust in the storeroom or hiding at the back of cupboards our outbuildings? Office furniture, tech, stationery, equipment—pretty much anything can be donated! Take a look at Ten unexpectedly wonderful charity donations for a bit of inspiration.
List your items: Sign up for free and use our platform to share the items you’d like to donate. Local charities will see your listings and request the ones that suit their needs.
Choose a charity: If multiple charities are interested, pick the one that resonates with you, or let your team help decide. Here’s some guidance on How to decide on the right charity for your donation.
Arrange collection: Plan the collection details with the chosen charity. While it’s the charity's responsibility to arrange collection, some businesses do help with this if they’re able to.
Make 2025 a year of purpose
When businesses like yours rehome unwanted items, the impact is incredible. It benefits charities, supports communities, helps protect the planet and even shows your fellow businesses what’s possible.
This new year, let’s do better - clearing out our own spaces, while filling others with hope. Your unwanted items are not rubbish; they’re resources waiting to transform lives.
Join us in making 2025 a year of purpose and positive change, and do A Good Thing!