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Chaos, Cholera, Soap and Hope

One year removed from the devastating 7.0-magnitude earthquake in Haiti  that killed an estimated 300,000 people and injured 50,000 more. And the horror continues. Cholera and chaos are still the order of the day. But the Haitians have hope as long as they have soap and supporters like you. Through the continued support and generosity …

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Angels of mercy gather in Milot

Where there is tragedy, there is opportunity for mercy. And for the many thousands of people in Haiti who suffered horrific injuries and losses in the 2010 earthquake, a flock of angels appeared in the form of first responders ready to lend medical assistance, helping hands, prayer and encouragement. These people, especially the medical teams …

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Clean the World – Then and Now

You know, it wasn’t too long ago that people wondered if recycling soap was really worth the effort. We’ll let you be the judge: In less than two years, Clean the World has collected, recycled and distributed more than 7 million soap bars in the United States, Haiti and more than 40 other countries. [Find …

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Can something we throw away save a life?

Can something we throw away save a child’s life? Of course it can. And that’s the mission of Clean the World: Recycling soap, saving lives. The Greenstreet Report, an environmentally focused investment publication, featured Clean the World in a Fall 2010 cover story that focuses on our attempts to stop the spread of disease in …

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Soaps as far as the eyes can see…

Minnesota students deliver avalanche of soap Despite a blizzard that closed schools, shut down area airports and collapsed the MetroDome (sorry, Vikings fans), students in Minnesota’s Edina school district came through with a tremendous haul of donated soap to help fight cholera in Haiti. Students at several schools in the Twin Cities suburb got together …

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Giving thanks for recycling soap, delivering hope

Our mission at Clean the World is simple, but profound. We are leading a “hygiene revolution” to stop the spread of preventable diseases by providing life-saving soap. But we couldn’t accomplish any of this without your help, and for that, we are forever grateful. As many U.S. citizens celebrate Thanksgiving Day and people around the …

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Cholera outbreak in Haiti

What started as a humanitarian mission by Clean the World may turn out to be an emergency operation for Haiti. As the Clean the World team trekked across Haiti delivering nearly two tons of soaps for people in need, news of a cholera outbreak in Haiti became international news. If ever there was a “right …

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Oh, What a Knight!

You don’t have to be a college football fan to enjoy this story, but we are, so that makes it even better. Paul Till & Shawn Seipler of Clean the World Clean the World was honored in Orlando as “Holler-Classic Heroes” during the Oct. 6 Conference USA clash between the University of Central Florida Knights …

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Death is for Poor People

Saving lives with a sense of urgency As most of us know, deaths by preventable diseases are particularly prevalent in underdeveloped countries. That’s a fact. But we can help slow or stop the spread of these diseases by delivering life-saving soap and educating others on the importance of proper hygiene and improved sanitation. Rob Phillips, …

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Soap Feels Like Home

What have you done lately to help your neighbor? It’s so easy to get lost in our own world, consumed by our own challenges. But if we ask that simple question, we open a world of possibility for personal and professional growth. At Clean the World, we take our responsibilities to our neighbors very seriously. …

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Clean the World is Turning Japanese

Sushi? Nope, it’s soap!! We’ve been fortunate at Clean the World to receive quite a bit of positive media attention for our soap recycling and distribution efforts. You’ve seen us featured on Fox News Channel, CNN, CBS Evening News and many local TV broadcasts. And you may have read about us in USA Today, many …

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Explosive Growth & Celebration at Clean the World

July proved to be an explosive month for Clean the World.  We welcomed new partner properties at a record-breaking pace, expanded our operations throughout North America, and onboarded many noteworthy properties, including a rather exclusive property in south Florida.  Clean the World added 56 properties as recycling partners in the month of July alone. This …

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U.S. Navy Enlists Clean the World

The USS Iwo Jima deployed July 19th, 2010 for Operation Continuing Promise, an annual humanitarian operation that provides health care and other relief services to communities in Latin America and the Caribbean.  This is a mission tailored to save lives, reduce human suffering and capitalize on training opportunities in Central and South America. Rob Phillips …

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Please Remember the People of Haiti by William Lowry

Six months after the devastating earthquake that ravaged the poorest country in the western hemisphere, Progress is slow. Before the earthquake struck, it was a challenge everyday for most Haitians to find work, find food, find medical attention, and find hope. Those everyday challenges have only been multiplied greatly since that catastrophic day. Nearly all …

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Chase Community Giving Grant

Voting has already begun…only six days left! The Chase Community Giving Grant will be awarded to 200 charities. One charity will receive $250,000. Four others will be awarded $100,000, and the remaining 195 will receive $20,000. What does this mean for Clean the World? These dollars translate into more recycled soap and more deaths prevented. …

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PRESS RELEASE: Gilchrist & Soames, Clean the World Enter Exclusive Partnership

Indianapolis, IN – Thursday, June 17, 2010 – Gilchrist & Soames today announced a three-year exclusive partnership with Orlando, Florida-based Clean the World, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to saving lives and preserving the environment through an innovative hotel amenities recycling program.  “We have been in talks with Clean the World for quite a …

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PRESS RELEASE: The New Yorker Hotel’s Discarded Amenities Now Recycled into Life-saving Tools

Orlando, FL — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — The New Yorker Hotel, the second hotel in New York to partner with Clean the World, will now provide nearly 400 children annually with desperately needed hygiene tools as part of an innovative program that recycles soap and distributes it to impoverished people worldwide.  The gently-used amenities …

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Where Luxury Meets Family in Miami

As we continue to grow our Clean the World family, it’s nice to know that our hospitality partners are thinking of family, too.  And I’m talking specifically about Loews Miami Beach, where the combination of sun and Euro-trendiness draws visitors from all over the world.  The bonus at Loews is their love for kids, which …

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Going Big in the Big Apple: Meet Peter Insalaco

As you probably noticed, we are adding hotels to our hospitality program in the New York-metro area.  The New York Palace Hotel, The New Yorker Hotel, and The Muse Hotel kicked off our Big Apple partnerships – and we say ‘kicked off’ because we are planning to go big, thanks to Peter Insalaco, our Clean …

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The Professional Association of Innkeepers International Promotes Clean the World’s Life-saving Soap Recycling Program for B&Bs

The Bed & Breakfast industry is rapidly becoming a major player in the green movement that is taking place in the hospitality industry by working with the Clean the World Soap recycling program. With the help of the Professional Association of Innkeepers International (PAII), Clean the World is spreading the word among green conscious innkeepers. …

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PRESS RELEASE: The New York Palace Hotel Adopts Clean the World’s Life-saving Soap Recycling Program

Orlando, FL — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — Now the luxury amenities used by guests at The New York Palace Hotel will have a second life in third world countries. The luxury Manhattan hotel added to its corporate responsibility initiatives by implementing an innovative soap-recycling program.  “Reducing environmental impact is a priority for us, and Clean …

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Changing History in a City that Changed History

Clean the World has finally landed in the City of Brotherly Love.  The Sheraton Philadelphia University City (http://www.philadelphiasheraton.com/) has recently joined our life saving soap and amenity recycling program.  As an organization one of our goals is to change the course of history, so it is only fitting to find such a wonderful partner in …

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Lake Quinault Lodge…Answering the Call of the Wild

As an avid fan of the great outdoors, I am not sure I have ever seen a place as beautiful and majestic as the Lake Quinault Lodge. Surrounded by raw unadulterated wilderness there are few places on earth as tranquil and blissful as Lake Quinault Lodge. Located in the Olympic National Park & Forest, and …

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Clean the World Showcases A Gem: The Shores Resort & Spa

The Shores Resort & Spa is the latest Daytona Beach hotel to join Clean the World’s Hospitality Partnership Program, and we couldn’t be more impressed.  If Daytona is your destination, make your reservation at The Shores.  You won’t be disappointed.  The shores has everything to please an guest, whether a family trip to the coast, …

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Just East of Eden…The Wyndham Garden Hotel Boca Raton, FL

Part tropical hacienda, part modern hideaway, and all good. We at Clean the World couldn’t agree more. The Wyndham Garden Hotel in beautiful Boca Raton, FL is an exquisite mix of old-world Spanish architecture and new world luxury. From the terracotta tile roof to the stone fountain in the middle of the courtyard, the Wyndham …

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PRESS RELEASE: World Vision Partners with Clean the World to Deliver Recycled Soap Worldwide

Orlando, FL. — March 18, 2010 —World Vision has partnered with Clean the World to provide hygiene products as part of their overall mission to tackle the causes of poverty among children, families and communities around the world. Clean the World collects the gently used bar soap and bottled amenity products that are routinely thrown …

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La Quinta in Ardmore, Oklahoma becomes ECO- Clean the World Partner…

Clean the World is proud to announce our latest partner, La Quinta Inn & Suites Ardmore Central. http://www.lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile.do?ident=LQ6323&propId=6323  Located in Ardmore, Oklahoma La Quinta has teamed up with Clean the World through a statewide program called ECO (Encouraging Conservation in Oklahoma). This program was initiated to promote, encourage and develop sustainable travel practices within the …

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The Historic Inn at Ellis Square joins Clean the World’s Hospitality Recycling Program…

Clean the World is delighted to announce our latest Hospitality Partner, The Inn at Ellis Square. http://www.innatellissquare.com/.  Located in Savannah’s Historic District, it is known as the Grand Lady on Bay Street. This historic hotel in the recently renovated Guckenheimer Building (circa 1851) is steeped in the tradition of Southern hospitality and elegance. An absolute …

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A Spotlight on Marriott Early Adopters…

Clean the World’s success within the hospitality industry was no doubt as a result of a few, key meetings and interactions. These interactions involved individuals at hotels that quickly understood our mission and impact and became the “early adopters” of our recycling program. Without these individuals, we would not be where we are today. Our …

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PRESS RELEASE: SONOMA SOAP COMPANY AND CLEAN THE WORLD CO-BRAND SOAP PRODUCTS TO SAVE LIVES AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Orlando, FL — Friday, March 5, 2010— Sonoma Soap Company is adding something to their all-natural line of Sonoma Soap Products. Starting in April 2010 the Sonoma brand will carry the Clean the World logo on its packaging. The co-branded natural bar soaps are part of a unique marketing effort with the non-profit, Clean the …

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The Canebrake Philosophy…

As we blog to draw attention to the wonderful properties that have committed to Clean the World’s unique recycling program, we seek to find the characteristics and traits that define the property. With the Canebrake, found here: http://www.thecanebrake.com/index.html it is very clear: they are full and whole heartedly committed the beauty and preservation of our …

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PRESS RELEASE: Walt Disney World Resort Joins Clean the World in an Innovative Program to Recycle Soap

Orlando, FL. — February 20, 2010 — Walt Disney World Resort hotels are working with Clean the World to recycle all the partially used amenities from their nearly 28,000 Central Florida hotel rooms Clean the World sanitizes the soap and shampoo that would be discarded and distributes these amenities to people in need around the …

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Westgate Resorts Joins the Clean the World Recycling Program

Orlando, FL. — February 16, 2010 — Westgate Resorts has partnered with Clean the World to recycle all the partially used amenities from their Central Florida hotel rooms. Clean the World sanitizes the soap and shampoo that would have been discarded, ending up in landfills, and distributes these amenities to needy people around the world. …

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HAITI EARTHQUAKE RELIEF: The need is still so great…

The following it s a note received from William Lowry who is in Haiti coordinating our relief efforts: Brutus and I arrived back in Haiti on Sunday. Upon arrival, we were immediately approached by one of our local staff members, Wilbert, who had been at the airport receiving supplies and doctors during the morning. He …

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ALERT: Gilchrist & Soames Joins Clean The World In Haiti Relief Effort

Indianapolis-based luxury amenity supplier to send over 22,000 pounds of personal care products to stricken nation INDIANAPOLIS (January 26, 2010) – Gilchrist & Soames today announced that it is teaming up with Clean The World Foundation to facilitate the delivery of over 22,000 pounds of personal care products to victims of the devastating earthquake in …

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ALERT: Rob Phillips Coordinates Emergency Flight and Care for Baby Michaelson

Over the past week, Rob Phillips, Relationship Coordinator, has been coordinating all flights for Clean the World in partnership with Corporate Aviators Responding in Emergencies (CARE). He works very closely with the pilots, passengers and other CARE personnel to ensure doctors, first responders, medicine and hygiene products are being flown into Haiti. Additionally, he works …

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ALERT: Dr. Edward Fink Reports From Haiti

This is news from Dr. Edward Fink, one of the Orthopedic Surgeons flown in on Sunday thanks to help from CARE.   “It has been eight days since the devastation struck this impoverished island nation.  Eight days. And yet people are being delivered to our hospital in record numbers with untreated infected wounds, open fractures, …

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ALERT: Medical News from Cap Hatien

This is the latest news from our team in Haiti “We received five helicopter deliveries of 12 patients today.  We had four US coast guard airlifts, and one Navy airlift.  It’s definitely an increase from yesterday, but we can still handle many more.  It is an improvement, but the current effort is still inadequate; many …

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ALERT: William Lowry on the ground in Cap Hatien

This is the latest update, as of Monday January 18, from William Lowry who is in Cap Hatien.It is Monday morning in Haiti. I have been meeting with several leaders and pastors this morning. The stories are incredible. There is a massive exodus out of Port au Prince that has begun. It is clogging the …

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ALERT: Clean the World Flight Schedule Saturday & Sunday

Saturday January 16, 2010 8:30 p.m. Orlando Executive Airport (ORL) Flight arrives from Memphis, TN with soap donations from Marietta Corp for Clean the World hygiene inventory. Clean the World staff will be unloading the plane for transport to the Clean the World Recycling Plant in Orlando. Sunday January 17, 20108:00 a.m. Fort Lauderdale Executive …

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ALERT: Clean the World sends first Haiti supply flight today

The plane left Orlando International Airport at 12:45pm ET bound for Cap Haitien, Haiti and, hopefully, Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The first stop in Cap Haitien has just been confirmed. We are on the ground. We delivered soap, medical supplies, water, doctors, nurses and Clean the World relief workers. Also, if we make it to Port-au-Prince, we …

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ALERT: Beginng today, CTW supplies delivering with Corporate Aviator Responding in Emergencies Partnership

Clean the World is working in partnership with Corporate Aviation Responding in Emergencies (Care). This incredible group organizes private jet owners that donate their planes to transport supplies to disaster relief areas. They formed during Hurricane Katrina and are coming to the forefront now as an extremely valuable asset to assist.  Spread the word of …

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ALERT: Clean the World Hotel Partners

Clean the World is currently mobilizing and organizing several large hygiene product collections that have been committed today in addition to the normal processing and collection we receive because of your commitment to our recycling program. Additionally, we call on all soap manufacturers and amenity providers to donate as much over stock or inventory to …

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Keep Haiti in your Thoughts and Prayers!!

Today in Haiti a terrible tragedy struck. Just ten miles from the most populous area near the city of Port au Prince a powerful earthquake struck. The government of Haiti is calling it a catastrophe and reaching out the world for help. As you know Clean the World has been working to continuously deliver soap …

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60 Countries Learn to CLEAN THE WORLD!

Happy Monday morning Clean the World Family! Do you realize that you are a part of a movement? A movement that is not only spreading throughout our beautiful country and the hospitality industry, but a movement that is global, spreading across our beautiful world! Millions of travelers just like you have asked what happens with …

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Club Med Sandpiper’s Commitment to Children

As we move full throttle into the New Year, it appears the hospitality community is determined to make 2010 an even better year than 2009. We continue to see tremendous activity and excitement around national Clean the World’s Hospitality Recycling Program. We are now operational in 17 states across the US! And right here, in …

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WHAT’S THE HURRY in 2010? By William Lowry

Several years ago, I came across a great little paperback book called “Getting Things Done” by Edwin C. Bliss. It was a terrific compilation of ways to approach effort and tasks that removed the clutter and compelled completion. I have kept a copy of the book in my possession ever since and will reread it …

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A great gift idea: The Triple Creek Ranch in Montana!

A Merry Christmas Eve to the entire Clean the World Family. And for those that celebrate Hannukkah, we hope you had a joyous Hannukah season this year too. Tonight my immediate family, visiting family and close friends will get together for a Christmas Eve dinner and gift exchange. Although, we bring an interesting concept to …

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Clean the World’s First Soap Delivery to Africa

A friend of the Clean the World family, Amy Sindler recently took some of our recycled soaps to Africa to distribute to children in Lesotho, the southern most landlocked country in the world. Amy is an Orlando resident and friend of Steve Cooper, Clean the World Operations Director. Amy first went to Lesotho as a …

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Welcome the Embassy Suites at the Chevy Chase Pavilion!

Last week it was Christmas in Florida. This week, it’s a White Holiday in our Nation’s Capital! I apologized on the phone this week to an individual for the terrible snow storm that I felt slightly responsible for by blogging about our 70 degree weather here in Orlando. But you know what; a White Christmas …

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Students Saving Lives…

I’d like to devote today’s blog to recognize and praise the efforts of some very special individuals and to the New York high schools they attend. Ally Wyle – student at Lake Placid High School in Lake Placid, New York Giselle Pelaez – student at Connetquot High School in Bohemia, New York Megan Mackey – …

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Christmas in Florida…

As a child, I moved around quite a bit. My father is a life-long retailer, which, from a moving perspective, is almost as bad as being a life-long military man. We moved up and down the state of Florida, north to Chicago, south to Texas, but always made our way back to Florida. There was …

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Changing History by William Lowry…

An impactful blog written by Clean the World Global Operations Director, William Lowry: It has not been too often in history that individuals or groups have changed history as a part of a plan. There have been some great leaders who have shaped the annals of history because they captured a moment of time or …

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Intercontinental Tampa Joins CTW Family

We are back after a short break. What an impactful blog written by Paul Till. I was in the room when Paul delivered the depiction of a mother losing her child to diarrheal disease. Paul incredibly brought the entire room to the scene as we witnessed the travesty. If you have not read the blog …

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Clearwater Beach Week: Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort Joins CTW Family!

Nestled right in the middle of “Clearwater Beach Week” is a beautiful beachfront property nestled right in the middle of everything Clearwater has to offer. We are very pleased to announce the third Clearwater property to join the Clean the World Hospitality Recycling Program- The Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort, found here online: http://www.clearwaterbeachresort.com/ Their 416 …

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Sheraton Sand Key Resort kicks off “Clearwater Beach Week”!!

Happy Monday morning to you all! We have an exciting week ahead. I am dubbing this week as “Clearwater Beach Week”. For those of you located around the country and world, and debating a wonderful Florida vacation spot this winter, look no further than the beautiful beaches of Florida’s West Coast which includes Clearwater Beach. …

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Clean the World Media Links… Spread the Word!

Special thanks to Alex Paen from Telco Productions. Alex and his team put together It’s a Green Christmas! It aired today in Orlando on WESH 2 NBC. The production is excellent! Great stories on individuals and companies that are taking eco-friendliness and “green” initiatives to heart with smart, environmentally friendly businesses and strategies. Please check …

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It’s a Green Christmas!

We are so pleased to let everybody know that a nationally syndicated television show focused on how to make the holidays more environmentally friendly will feature Clean the World. It’s a Green Christmas! Features “green” gift ideas, recycling tips, energy saving suggestions and much more. What a great idea. An entire production around great ways …

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Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart…

I originally intended on taking today off the blog but as I sat in bed this morning thinking about all the things I have to be thankful for, this scene that has burned in my mind since I first witnessed it began to play. I knew that I had to share it with you today …

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Third Haiti Trip Chronicled…

Greetings Clean the World Family. We have just arrived back from our third major soap distribution to Cap Haitien, Haiti. Come along with me on a short, yet eventful, 3 day journey in and out of the poorest country of the Western Hemisphere that has captured our hearts and minds! A special thanks to my …

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CTW Distribution Partners- Missions offering HOPE!

One of the best parts about working at Clean the World is meeting and having an opportunity to really work with all the wonderful organizations that are dedicated to helping and serving those in need. Steven Cooper, CTW’s Operations Director coordinates with many shelters and homes locally, around Florida and local or regional to our …

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Guest Blogger: www.m-cause.com

Here is my guest blog at http://www.m-cause.com/. Special thanks to Ryan Jones for giving us the opportunity to speak to his fans! Inspired to Change History: A motivational guest post from Shawn Seipler of Clean the WorldPosted on November 15, 2009 in Causes, Inspiration Clean the World co-founder Shawn Seipler has provided m-cause with a …

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The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa joins the CTW Family!

I cannot express to you how excited I am to write today’s blog. Today, I am incredibly pleased, even giddy, to announce that The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa in Hollywood, Florida has joined Clean the World’s Hospitality Recycling Program. This beautiful, thousand room property, holds a very special place in my heart. It is one …

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Beautiful Preservation: The Rivertown Inn in Stillwater, MN…

One of the most enjoyable moments when I write these blogs about new properties joining the Clean the World Hospitality Recycling Program is learning about the property and identifying the unique features and characteristics the hotel provides. The Rivertown Inn in Stillwater, Minnesota is no exception. Built in 1882, the Rivertown Inn is a restored …

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Off to the Big Apple for the Big Show!

Getting ready to leave the warm weather and sunny skies of Central Florida for the moderately chilly, but not too bad, and mostly sunny skies of the Big Apple! Clean the World is attending our first ever International Hotel/ Motel & Restaurant Show (http://www.ihmrs.com/attendee/ ) being held at the Javits Center in New York City. …

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Two Big Thank You’s and a CTW Needs List…

Time to make special mention of two companies that have helped support Clean the World with supplies and service donations. First to thank: RVI (Randall Vannoy Industries). RVI recently donated much needed items for the CTW recycling center in Orlando, FL. We recently received a dolly, tape, and tape guns. Randall continues to be on …

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Magic Makers !

So there we are… Paul and I standing directly behind the Phoenix Suns bench at last night’s Orlando Magic – Phoenix Suns game at Amway Arena in Orlando. The whistle blows for the second timeout of the first quarter and we begin to be escorted to center court. There we stand, with Bo Outlaw, a …

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Hard Rock Hotel- Chicago becomes First Windy City Soap Recycler!

Standing 40 stories tall on Chicago’s historic Michigan Avenue, the Hard Rock Hotel in Chicago has joined Clean the World’s Hospitality Recycling Progam. It is fitting that this stylish, innovative hotel that really embodies the American spririt has become the first hotel in Chicago to use Clean the World to reycle their bathroom amenities, preventing needless …

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Ocean Reef Club becomes Flagship Key Largo Partner!

What an incredibly beautiful property! Paul Till and I had the pleasure of staying an evening last week at the Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, FL. Ocean Reef, located just south of Homestead, Florida, features EVERYTHING- from golf, fitness centers, multiple pools, and a private lagoon to shopping, a movie theatre, private living and …

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2 Palm Beach County Hotels Join Clean the World’s Recycling Program!

We are incredibly happy to announce the newest hotel additions to the Clean the World recycling partnership program. In Palm Beach County, two truly spectacular properties, The Breakers and Hotel Biba have signed up and are now collecting soap, bath gel, shampoo, conditioner and lotions that would have otherwise been discarded. Committed to reducing unneccesary …

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Welcome The Colcord Hotel in Oklahoma City, OK

We are extremely pleased to announce our newest hotel partner, the beautiful Colcord Hotel located in downtown Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Colcord Hotel is the first Oklahoma hotel to partner with Clean the World after the state of Oklahoma became the first state to officially partner with Clean the World. Oklahoma’s ECO (Encouraging Conservation in …

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Thank you for the tremendous response!

Thank you so much for the incredible response following the CBS Evening news story presented by Katie Couric. If you haven’t seen it yet, please visit this link: http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/10/12/eveningnews/main5380413.shtml?tag=cbsnewsTwoColUpperPromoArea We would like to extend a very special thanks to the two CBS reporters that covered and traveled with Clean the World, Seth and Jack. We are …

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