The Freecycle Network Comes to Rochester, NY (Press Release)

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The Freecycle phenomenon is gaining momentum, boasting more than 150 groups and almost 19,000 members around the globe. Now it's arrived in Rochester - let the freecycling begin!

Contact Information:

Shane Brady

Media Liaison, Rochester (NY) & Kansas City (KS/MO) Freecycle

Networks

7111 West 151st Street

Overland Park, Kansas 66223

Phone: (585) 770-1728

Voice Mail: (877) 271-9755

shane@kcfreecycle.org

www.kcfreecycle.org/roch
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/freecyclerochesterny/

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 6, 2004

"The Freecycle Network Comes to Rochester, NY"

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK - The Freecycle phenomenon is gaining momentum, boasting more than 150 groups and almost 19,000 members around the globe. Deron Beal of the Tucson, Arizona non-profit group "Downtown Don't Waste It" started the Freecycle craze in March 2003. After a blurb in the September/October 2003 issue of Utne and several pieces in the local Arizona Daily Star, the Tucson group's membership has shot up to more than 1800.

Based on the old adage that "one person's trash is another person's treasure", the Freecycle Network's goal is to connect people who wish to get rid of their old junk with those who just want free stuff. The only rule: all items must be free! The Freecycle groups consist of listservs hosted by Yahoo. Whether you're seeking an item or need to get rid of something, it's easy: just post an ad, kick back, and wait for a response.

The Kansas City Freecycle Network, whose membership is growing steadily after a recent article in the KC Star, was started by Kelly Garbato and Shane Brady in September 2003. Both former Rochesterians, Kelly and Shane also created a Rochester group in November 2003 while visiting their families for Thanksgiving.

Anyone looking to discard or acquire an item is welcome to participate in the Freecycle group serving their area. Can't find a Freecycle group in your city? You can start one by visiting www.freecycle.org.

The Tucson group has sparked a worldwide "freecycling" revolution! To see grassroots at its best, visit the home of the "freecycling" movement at www.freecycle.org.