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A thought about decluttering and how mumsnet could help

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twnety · 01/02/2024 21:48

So just seen someone offering an old iPhone handset to someone in need (if all is genuine)

And it got me to thinking, the size mumsnet is, there must be a way of harnessing that so people can give away stuff they don't want/ need?

I dont know how it could work, but there used to be a secret santa that people toom part in, maybe pay for postage....?

OP posts:

DaisyDaffodil · 01/02/2024 21:53

I used to take part in the secret santa and then realised some people were receiving many gifts from different people. There were other reasons it was stopped but I can’t remember why.

Just gift things in local groups, there’s always someone that lives close in need rather than using MN.

DiamondsArentFood · 01/02/2024 21:56

If there's good quality things you want to get rid of and help people at the same time... Donate to local Womens Shelters / Kids Charity Shops or give away yourself on Freecycle / Facebook whatever.

No need to fudge a Mumsnet System when the systems already exist.

MNHQ

LilyMumsnet · 02/02/2024 18:46

Hi OP

Thanks so much for the suggestion! We're happy to discuss this in the office and keep an eye on interest level.

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