***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
amr says
IMPROVE ME!
Krista says
improve me!!! Adopt!! ;)
Chelsea says
IMPROVE ME! I’d like to improve the world by mentoring kids, and maybe I could teach them to play music.
Margaret says
IMPROVE ME! I teach an ESL class for immigrants from Mexico, and I would love to see that expanded and more services offered.
CodyJ says
Improve Me!!
High-at-risk kids are my passion, but I think the best way to help them is to help their whole family improve their circumstances.
Tierney says
IMPROVE ME!
Kerri says
IMPROVE ME!
I would love for my labradoodle to be a therapy dog. I’m not sure he is quite right for the program but I would love to get involved in one of my local programs.
Madeline says
“IMPROVE ME!”
I would like to divide my time by helping people find jobs that have been laid off or help people get back on their feet after losing everything (whether it be financially, or due to fire, hurricane, etc). Also mentoring kids is so rewarding. I did that during college part time, and would love to return to that as volunteer work–when I have time!
Marie says
Improve me!
I would teach people how to drive a stick shift because standards are typically better on gas mileage! & stick shifts make for more attentive drivers! (kind of..)
: ) Love the new stainless steel appliances, by the way! you guys are awesome.
Valerie says
IMPROVE ME! I like to make people happy through my handmade creations! I get a lot of positive feedback when people receive something I’ve made. Thanks for the give away!
Lynea says
IMPROVE ME!
Marla says
IMPROVE ME!
I’d like to help folks make home repairs who can’t afford to hire a contractor. (By lending out my hubby contractor of course :)
Kristin says
IMPROVE ME!
Kids are near and dear to me so I would love to level the playing field for underprivileged youth.
Joy says
Improve me! There is a possibility that my husband and I will be raising troubled teens. We have an interview this week.
Megan B. says
IMPROVE ME!
Amelia says
IMPROVE ME!!
Bonnie S. says
IMPROVE ME! :)
Rochelle says
IMPROVE ME! I am a great birth and post-baby doula. I often find myself offering my services as an e-doula during my friend’s pregnancies. I answer questions, calm fears, and encourage my moms-to-be through emails. I love it!
Crista says
Improve me!
Stacia says
Improve Me! I would love to help people have better connections with their pets by providing low-cost training and opening a dog park in our local area (the nearest one is over 1 1/2 away).
Ariel says
IMPROVE ME!
I just moved to Texas and people rarely walk to school here. Everyone sees me as a role model (or crazy) for walking to school. I’d love it if people would imitate instead of just comment ;-)
Kate (& Ben) says
Improve Me!!
I help out with HRC at every opportunity!
-K
Jen says
IMPROVE ME!
I would tutor.
Dani says
IMprove me! I am running a half marathon next week with a group that raised funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma society. Such an incredible organization–I would like to continue working with them!
Lori says
Improve me! I’d like to encourage more eligible people to donate blood – its easy and really saves lives!
Casey says
IMPROVE ME!!
I would like to find a way to streamline the way kids are diagnosed, in order to avoid misdiagnosis. I have no idea how, but am always looking for ideas.
Sydney says
IMPROVE ME!!! I would love to foster/adopt/make a difference in a child’s life someday.
Rachael B. says
IMPROVE ME!
I’d like to help influence the perception on government research for causes like alzheimer’s. I’m in research, and have seen family members suffer (my grandmother has it), and think it should be mandated that the US invest more in solving these painful diseases that break apart families and couples every day.
Paige says
I would love to encourage students academically. I teach high school math so education is very important to me.
Gen K. says
IMPROVE ME!!!
I would share a genuine Christ-like love with everyone and pray for every request that I see/hear. <3
Jeremy says
IMPROVE ME!!! I would like to find a better way to help feed the hungry.
Stephanie says
Improve me!
I work in health care policy, and I’d love to see the U.S. truly adopt universal health care coverage. This broken system of piece-meal coverage leaves so many people behind. The Affordable Care Act is a start, but doesn’t go far enough, in my opinion.
Heather says
Improve me!
I’m a reading teacher, so love to help people learn to read and also help parents with ways to help their children learn to read.
Thanks!
Nicole M says
Improve me! I’d work towards increasing adoption and bettering the lives of kids who are still waiting for familes
Carree S. says
IMPROVE ME!! Our work just sponsored a Habitat for Humanity home and everyone volunteered at least a day of their time to assist in the construction. What a wonderful experience.
Christy U. says
Improve me!!
JEN C says
IMPROVE ME! I would love to get involved with a local food pantry.
Bree says
IMPROVE ME!!
Beth Savage says
IMPROVE ME! My husband and I live in Brevard and we were thrilled to see your post about your visit to our little town! We would love to help continue the efforts made by a local woman,Janet who started a homework club for children in the community – complete with healthy snacks and homework helpers!
Kim says
IMPROVE ME!
I teach so I hope I am already improving my students’ lives.
Arlene says
IMPROVE ME!! I just got certified to teach elementary school in Florida =)
Cathy Ropiski says
IMPROVE ME!! I would like the opportunity to make people laugh and feel like they are an important part of their world. Thank you!
Amy says
Improve me! I’m a teacher and would love the time and opportunity to work with people who are older and hear their stories of the generations before us.
Kirstin says
IMPROVE ME! I would look at becoming a music therapist.
jessica says
Improve me. I would teach kids to cook in a low income budget and still be healthy.
Rebecca says
“IMPROVE ME!” I plan events to raise money for CASA, an orginization which provides mentors/advocates to children in the foster care system.
Marie says
Improve Me!
Jenn says
IMPROVE ME!… I would like to improve the lives of dogs by fostering them!
Robin says
IMPROVE ME!!! I would take time to help train foster parents and start programs for foster kids to help them feel more connected, more welcomed in their varying placements and ever-changing living situations.
jung a says
IMPROVE ME! better nutrition for myself and my family