Winter is a great time to tackle the dreaded task of cleaning out the closets. And while you're in there - get rid of the clothes and shoes you rarely wear. Don't throw them away though - here is a GREAT way to recyle gently-used shoes. Thank you Real Simple magazine for this tip!

Donate Your Shoes
Soles4Souls distributes gently worn footwear to the needy, including victims of natural disasters worldwide. So far, the organization, only a year and a half old, has donated almost 2 million pairs. Consult its website, www.soles4souls.org, for more information on how to donate shoes. Donations are tax deductible.