If you’re an avid gum chewer and work in an office or other group setting, you’re probably used to people often approaching you asking for a stick of gum.
Of course, as nice people we’re ready to share, but when the same people keep asking day after day after day you kind of want to say, “Hey – buy your own pack of gum!”
But, in all seriousness, sharing your gum is fun, an easy way to be a nice person, and now easier than ever with the new Extra® 35-stick pack. You heard that right – a pack with 35 sticks!
Not only does the new Extra® 35-stick pack offer you more gum, it also features durable, recycled packaging. I love that sturdy case for both keeping my gum fresh AND protecting it from bumps and bends when it jostles around in my purse or backpack.
I headed to Target to pick up Extra® Gum Spearmint and Extra® Gum Polar Ice® in the new Extra® 35-stick packs. Right now there is an awesome Target Cartwheel Coupon Offer to save 10% on new Extra® 35-stick packs during February! I found it right in the checkout lanes.
My office is now at home, so I don’t have to share my Extra® gum with anyone, but my hubby is a regular gum chewer and works in the sharing environment of an office every day.
For a way for him to “Give Extra, Get Extra” with his co-workers, I made a way for him to share with his co-workers and at the same time get some extra help for those in need with this DIY Take One, Leave One Jar.
With this jar on his desk, people in the office can take a stick of Extra® gum any time they want, but are also urged to leave a coin to help a worthwhile organization.
DIY Take One, Leave One Jar
Supplies:
2 Small Glass Jars
Dry Erase or Chalkboard Labels
Dry Erase Marker or Chalk
Extra® 35-stick Pack
Directions:
The DIY Take One, Leave One Jar is super easy to put together.
Affix one label to each jar. Try to smooth out the bubbles as much as you can. (No need to be perfect – it’s the thought that counts!)
Use the marker or chalk (depending on the type of label you’re using) and write a phrase like “Take a piece….Leave a coin” on one label. Use the other label to write what charity will be receiving the coins collected.
Fill the “take a piece” jar with sticks from the Extra® 35-stick pack. Place both jars right next to each other on desk. (You might want to put a few coins in the coin jar to get the ball rolling! (I suggest quarters.)
Find more inspiration and DIY ideas in the Extra® 35-stick pack Social Hub!
How do YOU like to share Extra® Gum?
Molly says
This is such a clever way to share for a good cause, I think it’ll be fun to try with the family. I’m going to have to find these extra large packs, my kids are always snatching mine. Thanks for sharing your ideas 🙂
Sabrina says
What a cute way to share the love! Thanks for the idea!
Elizabeth O. says
What a brilliant idea to raise money for a cause you care about! That’s so awesome. Thank you for sharing this, really.
Janice Stenglein says
Cool idea. I think this would work with my gum-loving kiddos!
Aubrey says
I’m a big fan of gum. I have gum with me all the time. Great way to give back.
Vera Sweeney says
What a great way to pay it forward!! I think this would be fun to do at home to for house guests and of course the kids as well.
LauraOinAK says
What a neat idea for an office! I might try that with my boys in the house as they constantly ask for a piece of my gum.
diane says
What a great project! Putting this out on your desk at work would probably attract lots of takers and donors!
Greta Brinkley says
Great idea for in the office. It would be a good way to get donations for our local shelter!
Julie Wood says
What a great way to get donations by sharing gum and someone leaves money in it. I really like this idea. This Extra gum is my favorite. It tastes so good. I will have to get the new pack and I like that it will stay protected in my purse.
Jenna Wood says
I love this idea but I love those new Extra packs even more- it’s so great I can now keep more gum on hand, longer, for when I need to share a stick or two!
Mistee Dawn says
Oh, this is such a cute and creative idea. And for such a good cause. I nned to do this!
Emily says
What a great way to give back to the community and still share the great taste of Extra® gum! #client