Date
Saturday
Feb

February 1-28

Declutter for a Cause Month

Clear out your clutter and do some good this month by donating to a local charity during Declutter for a Cause Month. Make a difference!

Yearly Date
February 1
Type
Month
Category
Cause

Introduction

Get ready to clear out your clutter and do some good this February 1st for Declutter for a Cause Month! This month-long celebration encourages people to declutter their homes and donate unwanted items to charity, making a positive impact on both their living space and the community. This holiday was created by professional organizer and decluttering expert Stacey Agin Murray in 2016, with the goal of not only helping individuals live more organized lives, but also supporting charitable organizations in need. So let's roll up our sleeves and get decluttering for a great cause!

Declutter for a Cause Month Timeline

2016
Holiday Inception
Professional organizer Stacey Agin Murray establishes Declutter for a Cause Month.
2017
Increasing Participation
The event starts to gain traction nationally, with donation centers reporting an increase in items during February.
2018
Celebrity Endorsements
Celebrities like Marie Kondo participate and promote the holiday, leading to increased awareness and participation.
2019
Global Celebration
Declutter for a Cause Month becomes recognized and celebrated in various countries internationally.
2020
Pandemic Impact
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, donations persist, as people use the opportunity to declutter their working from home spaces.

How to Celebrate Declutter for a Cause Month

1

Donate unused items

Take the opportunity to declutter your home and donate any unused items to a local charity or organization. Not only will you be simplifying your space, but you'll also be helping those in need.

2

Host a garage sale

Make decluttering fun by hosting a garage sale with friends or neighbors. You'll not only get rid of unwanted items, but you can also raise money for a good cause by donating a portion of the proceeds to charity.

3

Organize a neighborhood clean-up day

Gather your community and organize a neighborhood clean-up day. Not only will you be decluttering common areas, but you'll also be beautifying your surroundings and bringing people together for a good cause.

4

Volunteer at a local organization

Spend some time volunteering at a local organization that supports decluttering for a cause. You can help sort and organize donations, or even offer your skills to help with their decluttering efforts.

5

Challenge friends to a decluttering competition

Make decluttering fun by challenging friends to a decluttering competition. Set a goal and see who can declutter the most items or achieve the most organized space by the end of the month.

Why We Love Declutter for a Cause Month

A

It's for a good cause

Declutter for a Cause Month encourages people to donate their unwanted items to those in need, instead of just throwing them away. This not only helps reduce clutter in our homes, but also benefits charitable organizations and individuals in need.

B

It promotes a cleaner and more organized environment

Decluttering not only creates more space in our homes, but also leads to a clearer mind and less stress. By participating in Declutter for a Cause Month, we can all work towards creating a cleaner and more organized environment for ourselves and others.

C

It's an opportunity to give back

During Declutter for a Cause Month, we have the chance to not only improve our own living spaces, but also make a positive impact on others. Donating unwanted items can help someone in need, and it feels good to give back to our communities in this way.

Declutter for a Cause Month Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Jan 31
Tuesday
2024
Jan 31
Wednesday
2025
Jan 31
Friday
2026
Jan 31
Saturday
2027
Jan 31
Sunday