***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
Stephanie Sampson says
IMPROVE ME! I love to help people by being a nurse. Such a fulfilling career!
Amber says
IMPROVE ME! I like to help military families, they do so much for our country.
Oscar says
Improve me!!
I would love to teach kids some fun arts & craft, and to use there imagination more. I believe it would help parents for one and maybe keep kids out of trouble.
Christina says
Improve Me!
-Make musical instruments more available for children to use of course with the expertise of a qualified teacher.
-My husband is a veterinarian, and I’d love for teens to be able to come in and ‘work’ for a small pay/receive credit and have the opportunity to learn more about animals.
Martina says
IMPROVE ME!
I’d love to educate people on making better natural health choices for themselves and their families.
elizabeth s says
IMPROVE ME!
i work for a non profit camp that provides free therapeutic camp sessions for kids grieving the loss of a family member [comfort zone camp – we are actually based in richmond!] i used to be a camper after losing my dad so it is amazing to be a part of helping other kids!
Mickie says
IMPROVE ME!
I work in research, which can be a slow process, so it would be great to see the a tangible improvement in people’s lives from our work.
pallavi says
IMPROVE ME! As a banker, I have recently delved into educating others with Financial Education and would love to continue. It’s shocking and disheartening to encounter so many people who need help and have no where to go.
Melissa says
IMPROVE ME! As an architect, I would love to help small business owners grow their companies by helping them design more functional and appealing shops, restaurants, or offices.
Stacey says
IMPROVE ME!
i would love to leverage my artistic skills and create an art program for kids. self-expression is vital to a person’s well-being and the visual arts can be an outlet for those children who aren’t athletic or musically inclined and give them a sense of accomplishment.
Jennifer M says
IMPROVE ME!!!
Kelley says
IMPROVE ME! Just started working as a nurse.
Nicole says
IMPROVE ME!
I’m a resident physician in primary care, so my current passion is helping people stay healthy and navigate the mess that is our healthcare system!
Jen says
Improve me!
I would like to foster animals who have no permanent home (yet).
Jamie says
IMPROVE ME…would love to spend more time finding toy and clothing donations for kids in need from families, corporate sponsors, etc.
Lindsay says
IMPROVE ME!
I like to smile at people on the metro in the morning. Not in a creepy way, just in a “have a nice day” way!
yvonne says
IMPROVE ME! I would love to help and improve the life of children, I think mostly because I just became a mother and seeing how precious kids are.
Amy G says
Improve me!!!
Karen H. says
IMPROVE ME!
Lisa says
IMPROVE ME!
I helped get my family back on track with eating right and exercising so we can stay together for many more years to come!
Donna says
IMPROVE ME! I would love to help abandoned animals and provide them shelter until adopted.
Stephanie says
IMPROVE ME! There are so many wonderful things out there to improve quality of life for people. Recently, though, I ran across two organizations that are doing very practical things. Operation 20/20 provides self-adjustable glasses to people in third world countries, and Love146 is working to end child sex trafficking and exploitation in the US and other countries by freeing enslaved children and providing aftercare as they rebuild their self-image and lives.
Amber Merkel says
IMPROVE ME!
I participate in a Siberian Husky rescue which gives amazing dogs a new lease on life and gives a family the joy of having another member to their family.
Kristen says
IMPROVE ME! I have worked in the nonprofit sector since college and couldn’t imagine doing anything else. My best friend is from Sri Lanka and we’re trying to develop a plan to start a foundation in the US that raises funds for children with cancer in Sri Lanka and eventually we’d like to raise enough money to build a children’s cancer center there (currently there isn’t one and children undergo similar cancer treatment as adults even though their development is much different). She’s already sent care packages with toys and gifts for the children at the only existing cancer center in Sri Lanka.
Michelle says
IMPROVE ME!
I want to educate struggling families about affordable cloth diapering options, and let them know how easy it can be, so that no parent ever has to choose between buying diapers or food.
Jill says
IMPROVE ME!
I want to find time to volunteer with a local charity called the ReBuild Warehouse (http://www.rebuildwarehouse.org/). They do tons of cool stuff – you guys should definitely check them out sometime when you make a trip to NoVa :)
Lauren says
IMPROVE ME!
I like to volunteer along with my precious yellow lab, Lola, at nursing homes in my area. The elderly people really are uplifted by her sweet personality.
Olivia S. says
Improve me! My passion is food and healthy eating. I choose to lead my example and to increase my knowledge base to help others to do that same.
Emily says
IMPROVE ME! I’m currently trying to publish my manuscript about a girl whose older brother was a drug addict and subsequently died from his addiction. I want to be an advocate for family members of drug addicts and to help people know that they aren’t alone. I’d love to inform and educate folks on this disease and the difficulties of living with someone you love who is suffering. It’s all about hope, love and understanding.
Kate B says
IMPROVE ME!
Stephanie D says
I’m involved mentoring several girls as they work to get through college and make the best choices for their futures. It’s at least as fulfilling for me as it is for them!
Heather says
I’d like to warm the heads and necks of 10 people in need this winter! I’m a knitter and love to knit for charities,and make things that are worthwhile!
Sarah says
IMPROVE ME!
I would love to become a foster for rescued animals so that they could go on to bless and enrich the lives of people all over. :)
Improve Me says
I really think that coaching for women in the workforce is something I could do. Often, we have so much to offer, but we don’t know how to frame it in such a way that others listen. I’m getting better at that and I think I could help others do the same.
Holli says
IMPROVE ME! I’m passionate about helping the homeless in our community improve their lives through training and encouragement.
Lisa says
IMPROVE ME! I would focus my efforts on improving literacy.
erika says
IMPROVE ME!
I work in the medical device industry, so I’d like to think I affect people everyday.
lesismore says
improve me!
i hope my time working as an early childhood educator makes a positive difference in children’s lives.
Ronda says
Improve me!
Betsy says
IMPROVE ME! My heart goes out to any cause related to children.
kim says
Improve me!
I want to do more to help feed hungry kids areound the globe.
Rachel S says
IMPROVE ME!!
Laura J says
IMPROVE ME!
Robin says
Improve me!! I used to work with the 3 and 4 year olds at church before my baby was born! I can’t wait until my little guy is old enough that I don’t have to nurse him during that slot so I can again. (Ok, I can wait. They’re only this little for such a short time!)
Keenan T. says
IMPROVE ME!
Kelsey T. says
IMPROVE ME!
I am a children’s librarian so I would like to improve the importance of reading and literacy outside of school.
Joanna says
Improve me!
I’d start an organic community garden in my town and teach people how to grow, prepare, and eat healthy foods in their families!
Inessa says
IMPROVE ME!
My kids are my inspiration, and I would love to enrich the lives of other children with my children’s books. My hope is for every child to grow up to become am exemplary citizen of tomorrow, with the confidence to stand up for what is right, and likewise, fight the wrong, even if it means to be different. A big shout out to everyone who has listed “kids” as their cause — I am with you!
Cate says
“IMPROVE ME!” I would love to help people with budgeting and financial planning one day.
Christine says
Improve me!
Anything to help out children and animals!