***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below!***
Random.org has selected the two random folks who are about to get $100 to IKEA. And they are… Jennifer (who improves lives by teaching and will also be adopting a child from Ethiopia) and Ashley (who says needs some improvement for herself). Congrats!
If you take one thing away from this post, it should be this: two people are winning $100 gift cards to IKEA this week. Woot! But if you have room for a second thing, know that it’s because Ikea is hosting their second annual Life Improvement Project that, among other things (like hilariously helpful “instructions” for living a better life) includes another $100,000 Life Improvement Sabbatical Contest. So if you’ve got a great idea about how to help others, IKEA will give you one year and one hundred grand to make it happen. Last year’s winner (whose video can be seen here) was actually from right here in Virginia. Double woot!
- PRIZE: An $100 gift card to IKEA, courtesy of the IKEA Life Improvement Project
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “IMPROVE ME!” and tell us…
- BONUS QUESTION: …how you’d like to improve the lives of others. Do you have a special skill or talent that you could leverage? Or is there a specific cause or area of need that you’d like to dedicate yourself too?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, October 12 at 8pm EST (or at 10,000 entries)
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: Two
- PRIZE SHIPS: The continental 48 United States (although we do try to wrangle as many international giveaways as possible)
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winners will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday as an update to this post. That’s right, come right back here on Thursday for the announcement of our winner. Good luck…
Note: We weren’t paid or perked for hosting this giveaway, we just do ‘em to thank you awesome folks for stopping in. See our Giveaway FAQ page for more info. Pics courtesy of IKEA Life Improvement Project
Kathy says
Improve me…I would love to design a “workplace ready” course. I work with a lower social economic group of folks and while they have the actual skills to get the job, they are socially not in the know. I’d like a course to teach them how to BE in their new job.
Melanie says
IMPROVE ME!
I spend most of my day teaching elementary students how to learn and think about what they’ll be like as adults… a lot of improvement happens throughout the day! :-)
Susan says
IMPROVE ME! I really want to adopt a child, but need to find a husband first!:)
Natalie says
Improve me! I’m a web accessibility specialist committed to a web that works for everyone.
Chelsea says
IMPROVE ME! It might sound kinda corny, but I want to help improve the lives of others by starting in my own home–raising really good, productive, and outward-focused kids who will each be agents of positive change in the world.
Michelle says
IMPROVE ME! I’d like to help young children learn simple techniques to “de-stress” themselves–the world they’re growing up in is so fast-paced and stressful, they will need to become adept at calming their minds and their bodies.
Kate B. says
IMPROVE ME! I’d love this to spice up the baby nursery :)
Lauren H says
IMPROVE ME!
I would love to do anything that helps our canine friends!
Jessica B. says
Improve me!!
Meredith T says
IMPROVE ME!!
I have recently taken up cake decorating and cake pops and I am donating a bunch of desserts to a consignment sale which will benefit the adoption of twin girls, to keep them out of foster care. I love helping others!
Carrie H. says
Improve Me!!
Heidi Richards says
IMPROVE ME!
I’m training to be an Occupational Therapist (as my second career). I’ll be done with my 2-year Masters program in December 2012 and am looking forward to working with families of children who have disabilities. I found your blog during our summer break between classes and I LOVE it! A friend suggested I check it out. She said you guys reminded her of me…and I agree!!! Your style is very similar to mine and I’ve always been a DIY-er. Thanks for doing what you do!
Logan says
IMPROVE ME!
I’d love to foster pets waiting for a new home.
Tim says
IMPROVE ME!
MaryBe says
Improve me! Not really people related but one of my favorite non profits is the SPCA and I do a lot for them
christine says
IMPROVE ME!!!!
Jennifer Geddes says
IMPROVE ME! My husband and I have been talking about wanting to instill a sense of gratitude and kindness in our kids through volunteering. We are looking for an organization that we can be passionate about.
Emma says
IMPROVE ME!
I’d like to improve conditions for the homeless. I really like the ideas behind ‘dress for success’
Tori says
Improve me!
Camille says
IMPROVE ME! I would love to use my time and organizational skills to volunteer with the humane society.
RLR says
Improve me!
We’re adopting! And right now, a lot of our extra pennies are going into our adoption fund. $100 from IKEA would help us with some of the the little things around the house – and help us get ready for #3!
Elisabeth A. says
Improve me! I would help women prepare for the work world with resume tips, interview skills, etc.
Jenn says
Improve me please!
Lauren says
Improve me! I would love to either work for the humane society or with some horse-physical therapy program.
caroline says
IMPROVE ME!! I have two small children and I love making them cute outfits and adding some bling to their shoes or anything I can glitter!!.. I would love to be able to make a ton of cute onesies and shirts and shoes and skirts and tons of other things and donate them to kids in need, I think every kid deserves a cute outfit they love, or a fab pair of glittery shoes :)
Becky Quinby says
IMPROVE ME!
Krista says
IMPROVE ME! I like to improve people’s moods with love and humor!
Mary says
IMPROVE ME!
I am a Big Sister for Big Brothers Big Sisters and would like to get more of my friends and co workers to join the program.
Stephanie Kowalski says
IMPROVE ME!
In my dream world, I’d like to start a project that provides free transportation to and from places for elderly folks that can no longer drive. Some of them can’t afford or physically handle public transportation, but still need to get to places like the grocery store and places for entertainment.
Sally says
IMPROVE ME! I’m on a quest to end cancer once and for all.
Haley @thedistractedblogger says
“IMPROVE ME!”
I have been thinking about volunteering with the Ronald McDonald House program and cook a meal for one or more of the families.
I might also pass the contest info on to my Brother who started a community outreach program centered around medical students educating their communities about common ailments and help with screening.
http://www.redcrossillinois.org/heartland-heroes-2010-good-citizen
Stuart says
IMPROVE ME!
Brooks says
“IMPROVE ME!” Babies- I loooooooove babies:) I want all babies to have a safe, stable home.
Christa says
IMPROVE ME!
We love volunteering at a no kill animal shelter, and we manage one of the adoption centers at a nearby Petsmart! Improving people’s lives through animals!
Lauren says
IMPROVE ME!
I love my new job teaching English to refugees. Seeing their confidence grow is so rewarding!
Mary says
Improve me by letting me know how I can help you. With 30 years of volunteer experience, I have learned that I get much more from helping others than it is possible to give. And DIY is so fun, I love getting my hands dirty!
Gillian says
IMPROVE ME! I’d love to spend more time helping to make access to healthy, fresh, culturally relevant, and affordable food a reality for everyone. Such food should not be a luxury!
Amber says
Improve me! My husband and I are involved with children’s church each week and it’s been so great to see the program grow.
Mia says
IMPROVE ME! I would like to help other people get more organized – physically and with their time.
Thora says
Improve Me! I’d love to be a foster parent, and plan to do so in a few years.
Jessica says
“IMPROVE ME!”
I work at a homeless shelter, so I would like to continue to use marketing and design to bring awareness to the homeless.
Brianne says
Improve me!
Wendy Tomblin says
Improve Me!
I work at a nonprofit that provides mental health services for young children. Every time I answer the phone, I take the time to listen to people and hear their stories. It’s so hard to ask for help and you feel especially vulnerable when you are asking on behalf of your child. Listening may not be a special skill, but sometimes it helps just to feel heard.
Linsay says
IMPROVE ME! I am currently a returning student in the process of getting my teaching certificate for secondary education in the area of social studies. I think being a teacher is one of the most important ways to help people. And social studies is a hugely important and vastly overlooked content area, in my biased opinion. :)
Caroline says
Improve Me!
I’d like to foster a child one day.
Anna says
IMPROVE ME!
I would like to somehow make more people aware of recycling. It’s so easy to do, and I don’t think most people realize that!
courtney says
IMPROVE ME! I would want to help educate about healthy food choices and balanced meals.
Chantelle says
IMPROVE ME!
I would love to do something to help with pediatric cancer.
Miya says
Improve Me! I love working with children and I majored in neuroscience in college, so I’m in medical residency (post-MD training) right now to become a pediatric neurologist. I want to make a difference by caring for children and their families facing neurological diseases. I <3 baby brains!
Melissa says
“IMPROVE ME!”
I just helped a local boy scout troop with a food safety project they were doing. It’s my profession and it was nice to share with kids that are interested in improving their knowledge for eating good and safe foods.