It happens to us all: you've got stuff you don't want anymore, don't need anymore, or never liked to begin with. Whether you're motivated by a natural sense of thrift, an environmental conscience, or a desire to help others -- or all three -- here are some suggestions as to what to do with many of your unwanted items. Hope they help!

National Resources Defense Council can point you to issues currently facing your elected officials that you might want to pipe in about. Also try Credo Action.