Well, in case you don't know, my wife and I love www.freecycle.org. It's an internet based community where you can post messages about stuff you would like to offer or want to have for FREE. It's a great way to give away that piece of furniture, old clothes, appliances, pets, etc... to people that either can't afford to pay anything or would just like to not have to pay for such things. The items are generally in good shape and the descriptions don't hold anything back since they are being offered for free. Also, if you need a particular item, you can make a post with WANTED in the subject and usually at least one person has what you want and will give it to you for free.
There are groups all over the U.S. for the individual cities you live in or near. You sign up for free and can choose to either check the site regularly for new items listed or sign up to receive emails on all new posts. There are a few rules, like you can't ask for compensation at all, so no money exchanges or trades. It's a really good idea and it has proven to reduce waste in landfills by a significant amount from what I've heard.
We really like it and have received many items as well as giving away things we wouldn't use. Just today we picked up a Queen Size box spring for our new mattress and two 6 ft. floor lamps. In the past we have gotten an extension cord, mini fridge, couches, set of encyclopedias, and several other things. We have given away shower curtains, a full size bed and boxspring, and a garbage bucket full of random items. If you haven't checked it out yet, I suggest you do. It's a great site for saving money, perfect for college students. You know the saying, one person's junk is another person's treasure.
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