Learn how to find and join a Buy Nothing in your areaor start an eco-friendly exchange yourself.
However, since then, I have heard about the thousands of Buy Nothing groups cropping up everywhere.
Friends from all over share the joys of their communities' eco-friendly exchanges.
I spoke with a few Buy Nothing users for more insight into how this phenomenon became so widespread.
What Is a Buy Nothing Group?
The project has grown into what could arguably be called a movement.
Why Join a Buy Nothing Group?
A place to offload your clutter?
While thosearebenefits of joining a Buy Nothing group, there’s a lot more to it.
The idea, ultimately, is to cultivate communities of trust and empathy.
Here’s why else these groups are important.
Partridge gave away a stash of openedbeauty suppliesand two training potties.
“Be honest about the condition of the items you are giving away,” says Downes.
That allows people without constant access to Facebook to have a chance to claim popular items.
Don’t ghost gifters.If you say you want something but then change your mind, just say so.
Never leave a gifter hanging.
In fact, it’s encouraged.
Here are some steps you might take to kick off your community’s Buy Nothing group.
Join or Start a Facebook Group
Buy Nothing communities started via local Facebook groups.
Jadin says the Buy Nothing training documents were very detailed and left her prepared for her duties.
It’s a time commitment that feels worthwhile.
“It’s harder with a smaller group,” says Partridge.
But both women agree: The payoff of getting one going is worth it.
