11 Ganesh Chaturthi Eco-Friendly Celebration Ideas

11. Run a Donation or Sharing Program

Set up a neighbourhood drop-off for extra decorations, reusable lights, and prasadam containers so others can use them next year. Coordinate with local shelters, temples, or community centers to accept unopened food items and reusable goods. A simple checklist at the entrance of a swap or a labelled bin for specific items reduces confusion and contamination. If families have surplus flowers, bundle them neatly for a nearby composting site or a community garden. Run a short awareness note with each donation, telling where items came from and how best to reuse them—small context helps new volunteers and respects recipients. Sharing goods this way keeps the spirit of giving central to the festival and turns leftover items into resources for others rather than waste.