Very simply, Ecomodo is an online tool that enables people to lend and borrow each other's everyday objects, skills and spaces with confidence. It's FREE to join and always will be.

So if you're an organiser or member at a community centre, local action group, faith centre, neighbourhood or housing committee, transition town, scout or guide group, local sports club, VCO or social enterprise, Ecomodo can help you.

Fundraise for your not-for-profit or social enterprise

Good causes on Ecomodo can be any type of not-for-profit group. Ecomodo is an effortless and everyday way for your supporters to fundraise for your organisation simply by lending out their everyday objects, skills or spaces to each other.

Simply register as a good cause on Ecomodo and encourage your community to start lending their stuff and choose to donate their earnings to your good cause.

Get your staff and volunteers to add some of their own items to lend as this will inspire others to join in. And of course if there are any items your organisation is happy to lend to it's wider community then add those too. For example, lend a room in the evening to help another local group hold their meetings, or if you have some great equipment or skills - share those too. Don’t forget, all proceeds will help you raise the money you need.

Find out more about lending and search our database to see if your organisation is already listed.

Get equipped to make a difference and save money

Whatever you do to make a difference you will need things to help you achieve your goals. Instead of wasting money purchasing items, use Ecomodo to source the things you need directly from your local community and borrow them just for the time you need them. Alternatively you may need specialised skills or just a helping hand. Simply post a wanted ad on Ecomodo to tell your local community what you need and get the job done at a low or no cost.

By searching the local resources nearby, you may also be inspired to do new types of projects, sparked by the opportunities around you.

Create a lending circle for your staff and volunteers or with other local organisations to pool your resources and promote your circle as a great way for everyone to save money. And by adding items you are happy to share with others on Ecomodo keeps them visible and helps everyone stay mindful of the opportunities nearby.

Raise your profile

For every Lender who chooses to donate their proceeds to your good cause they are expressing their support for you. This is a powerful way of raising your profile directly amongst their circles and peer groups.

Be green

In today’s society, every organisation should seek to lessen its impact on the environment. By using your network to promote Ecomodo for your own benefits, your organisation will be actively contributing to reduce our collective effect on the environment.

Seven simple steps to get started on Ecomodo

Here's seven simple steps to start to get your community sharing and raising money for your organisation.

1. Sign up to Ecomodo for FREE. Once registered, you'll be able to add items to lend, create lending circles and invite others to join.
2. Create a lending circle for your group and register as a good cause
3. Invite your staff, volunteers and supporters to join it your circle.
4. Ask them to add items they are happy to lend and to donate their proceeds to your good cause.
5. Ask them to promote their items to their friends, colleagues and neighbours. The more people that lend the items - the more money you will raise.
6. Add items to lend that your organisation is happy to lend as this will inspire others to join in
7. Promote your circle to others by using our automated poster and leaflet maker and RSS feeds

Find out about how donations are processed. Find out more about circles.

Got more questions? Read our good cause FAQs
Create a new circle and invite your staff, members, recipients and anyone else!
Get in touch. We are happy to answer any questions or help you make the most of Ecomodo.