At the Optimist Daily, we believe there is always something we can do to help those in need—even if those who need help most are across the world. If you weren’t already aware, the Lebanese capital of Beirut was devastated by a massive explosion that occurred in the city’s port … [Read more...] about Beirut explosion: 4 things you can do to help the people of Lebanon
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Here’s how you can support animals during COVID-19
COVID-19 is forcing many animal shelters and sanctuaries to close their doors, and one upside to being stuck at home is you have more time to help out a furry friend in need! Here are five ways you can help animals during the pandemic. Fostering a pet is a great way to give a … [Read more...] about Here’s how you can support animals during COVID-19
Do you have any old LEGO bricks? Here’s the best thing you can do with them
Despite being made from plastic, there's something to be said for LEGO bricks. They are exceedingly durable and their historically consistent connecting system makes their design the opposite of planned obsolescence. The Danish company has an impressive record of sustainability – … [Read more...] about Do you have any old LEGO bricks? Here’s the best thing you can do with them
Hurricane Dorian: 7 ways you can help the Bahamas
The satellite images of the Bahamas before and after Hurricane Dorian show just how devastating the Category 5 hurricane was. The Red Cross estimates that as many as 13,000 homes were destroyed, leaving some 70,000 people in the Bahamas homeless on two northern islands. With the … [Read more...] about Hurricane Dorian: 7 ways you can help the Bahamas
Your old mattress isn’t trash. Here’s how to donate or recycle it
Some items are easy to recycle, like a plastic bottle or newspaper. Other things are a lot more difficult, simply because they probably won’t fit in your average recycling bin—like a king-size mattress, for instance. Believe it or not, recycling your used mattress is easier than … [Read more...] about Your old mattress isn’t trash. Here’s how to donate or recycle it