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Kana Contributions Result in 58,000 Bars of Recycled Soap

August 21, 2014 by Clean the World

Hilton Garden Inn, Tuscaloosa, Ala. With more than 30 properties across 10 states, Kana Hotel Group develops and manages quality hotels that include brands such as Embassy Suites, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, Homewood Suites, Springhill Suites by Marriott, Staybridge Suites and Holiday Inn Express. Through their participation in Clean the World’s Hospitality …

Put Your (Clean) Hands Together for These Partner Anniversaries

July 25, 2014 by Clean the World

This week we want to recognize Clean the World partner anniversaries for two incredibly supportive management companies: Real Hospitality Group is celebrating two years in our soap and bottled amenity recycling program, andPacifica Hotels has been with us for one year. Since joining in 2012, Real Hospitality has contributed …

Destination: Dominican Republic – And You’re Invited!

July 14, 2014 by Clean the World

Clean the World board member Dr. Paul Skomsky in theDominican Republic in 2013. Clean the World is planning soap distribution trips to the Dominican Republic in October, and you are invited to join us for a potentially life-changing experience. Supporters and friends will work with Clean the World team members to distribute 12,000 bars of …

Behind the Soap: Fall Internship Opportunities at Clean the World

July 11, 2014 by Clean the World

Hey, college students – now is the time to line up your internship for next semester. If you want to know what it’s like behind the scenes of a non-profit, then interning with Clean the World might be for you. It’s a great opportunity to find out what it takes to make a difference in …

Super Jabon and Super Agua Visit Guatemala

July 10, 2014 by Clean the World

On Monday, May 26, a Clean the World soap distribution team started the journey to Guatemala with an orientation event in Orlando. The team consisted of Debra Punke and Troy Chontas from Concord Hospitality, Deb Martin of Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale, Kris Vos of Hyatt Place Orlando Universal, Heather Hay of East-West Resorts, travel blogger …

90,000 New Bars of Soap Manufactured Thanks to Schahet Hotels

July 8, 2014 by Clean the World

Clean the World Partner Relations Director Oscar Gonzalez visits our hotel partners whenever possible to thank them personally for their contribution to the Global Hygiene Revolution. We love spending time with housekeepers, because they are on the front lines every day and deserve the recognition. Oscar recently had the pleasure of visiting all the Schahet …

Clean the World Forms First B-Corp Under New Florida Law

July 1, 2014 by Clean the World

Clean the World today formed the first benefit corporation, or “B Corp,” created under Florida’s new benefit corporation law. This law, just signed by Gov. Rick Scott and effective today, allows for a new type of company that uses the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. Clean the World’s social enterprise structure …

Synergy Hospitality Makes Soap Recycling Part of Company Culture

June 27, 2014 by Clean the World

Based in Suburban Philadelphia, Synergy Hospitality manages hotels throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. They believe the most critical element in enhancing the value of a hotel is to develop a passionate and motivated team that understands and lives by the company’s core values. That culture leads to an extraordinary guest experience. One of the programs embraced …

The Cosmopolitan CoStars Volunteer at Clean the World

June 26, 2014 by Clean the World

On Saturday, June 14, volunteers from The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas helped assemble hygiene kits at Clean the World’s Las Vegas operations center. Not only did the Cosmopolitan CoStars do amazing work, but they followed up by giving us the gift of the way-cool video you see below. http://feeds2.feedburner.com/ctwf

25% of Hyatt Hotels Now Participating With Clean the World

June 26, 2014 by Clean the World

The following press release was issued by Clean the World today: 25% of Hyatt Hotels Now Recycling With Clean the World Hygiene Products Recycled for Worldwide Distribution to Fight Hygiene-Related Illness ORLANDO, FL. — (June 26, 2014) – Clean the World today recognized Hyatt Hotel Corp. for reaching a significant milestone. More than 25 percent …

Clean The World Founder Shawn Seipler On ‘Emotional Mojo’

June 25, 2014 by Clean the World

Don’t miss Shawn Seipler this week on the nationally syndicated television show “Emotional Mojo.” The show is part of a motivational multi-platform concept that empowers people to move forward and follow their dreams. “Emotional Mojo” combines the best of Psychology, personal development, life coaching, and daily inspiration. The air date for Shawn’s segment varies by …

Las Vegas Sands Helps Clean the World Unveil New Equipment

June 24, 2014 by Clean the World

We wish every Clean the World friend, supporter and volunteer could have been in Las Vegas for the unveiling on June 11. But this fantastic video from Las Vegas Sands Corp. is the next best thing to being there. Enjoy! http://feeds2.feedburner.com/ctwf

BBL Hospitality Joins the Global Hygiene Revolution

June 19, 2014 by Clean the World

Homewood Suites, Port Saint Lucie, Fla. BBL Hospitality is a full-service hotel management company offering hotel owners and developers a single, high-quality source for construction, financing, and management services.The company owns multiple restaurants and 12 top-quality hotels in New York, New Jersey, West Virginia, and Florida. And now the hotels are joining Clean the World’s …

Company-Wide Implementation by The Forza Group

June 18, 2014 by Clean the World

Based just outside Pittsburgh in Bridgeville, Pa., The Forza Group is a management company operating nine properties in Pennsylvania and Ohio. Forza is implementing Clean the World soap and bottled amenity recycling throughout the company. Shipments of discarded soap and amenities have already arrived at our Orlando operations center from four of the Pennsylvania properties: …

Summit Hospitality Offers the Best of Daytona Beach

June 17, 2014 by Clean the World

The iconic stretch of sand along Daytona Beach, Fla., attracts sunbathers, cruisers, and curious tourists who are drawn to the World’s Most Famous Beach. And at the end of the day, Summit Hospitality Group has the home away from home they all crave. Summit recently joined our soap and bottled amenity recycling program, and has …

SHRM Conference Once Again Included Hygiene Kit Event

June 17, 2014 by Clean the World

Like many organizations, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) wants to make a positive community impact when they gather for a conference. And for the second consecutive year, SHRM worked with Clean the World to make that positive impact. During last month’s SHRM 2014 Annual Conference & Exposition at the Orange County Convention Center …

Laura Schwartz Provided a Sparkling Presence at Las Vegas Event

June 16, 2014 by Clean the World

Laura Schwartz on stage in Las Vegas with Clean the World founder Shawn Seipler. When we unveiled new soap recycling equipment last week at our Las Vegas operations center, Clean the World board member Laura Schwartz lit up the room with the passion she brought to her role as emcee. Laura’s enthusiasm, charisma and million-dollar …

Press Release: Las Vegas Sands helps Clean the World Celebrate Launch of New Equipment

June 11, 2014 by Clean the World

The following press release was issued by Las Vegas Sands Corp. earlier today: Las Vegas Sands helps Clean the WorldCelebrate Launch of New EquipmentCompany also announces community effort to build 100,000 hygiene kitsfor use in Nevada and across America LAS VEGAS – June 11, 2014 – Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS) and Clean the …

Turning Stone Resort Casino Off to an Awesome Start

June 6, 2014 by Clean the World

Founded upon the Native American values of the Oneida Indians, the Turning Stone Resort Casino is dedicated to charitable causes and environmental sustainability. Which is why they have already recycled more than 8,000 pounds of soap and bottled amenities with Clean the World since late 2013. Joining the Global Hygiene Revolution demonstrates and reinforces Turning …

Sustainability is a Core Value for Coastal Hotels

May 31, 2014 by Clean the World

The Cedarbrook Lodge in Seattle During its 25 years in business, Coastal Hotels has solidified a national reputation as an innovator in developing, managing and marketing distinctive lodging destinations. The West Coast management company embraced another innovation by selecting Clean the World as its designated soap and hygiene amenity recycling partner. Today Coastal Hotels manages …

Business Awards of Macau Recognize Clean the World

May 30, 2014 by Clean the World

Less than a year after expanding into Asia, Clean the World had the honor of being recognized by the Business Awards of Macau. Noting our efforts to reduce the amount of waste bound for landfills, judges selected Clean the World for the Excellence Award in the Environmental Performance category. In its second year, the Business …

Canyons Collection Offers Unique Properties to Suit Your Mood

May 28, 2014 by Clean the World

If you’ve never considered vacationing in Southern Nevada, we might plant the seed by telling you about a new Clean the World recycling partner in Kanab, Utah. The Canyons Collection is a group of unique hotels in the ideal central location for trips to Zion Canyon, Bryce Canyon, the Grand Canyon North Rim, and Antelope …

Personal, Authentic, Creative: It’s a Broughton Thing

May 27, 2014 by Clean the World

Hotel Normandie, Los Angeles It makes sense that Broughton Hotels operates properties in both California and Chicago, because the company’s values are a refreshing mix of California cool and Midwest warmth. They strive to be personal, authentic, and creative. Recycling soap and bottled amenities through Clean the World is a perfect fit. For more than …

Pacifica Hotels Reaches 5,000-Pound Milestone

May 16, 2014 by Clean the World

One of the awesome things about working with companies in the hospitality industry is that they typically have a strong commitment to community involvement. Pacifica Hotels is a great example. With giving back as a core value – Pacifica supports charitable organizations and encourages employee service. Those efforts are reflected in the company’s recent milestone achievement …

Grand Opening of Clean the World’s New Hong Kong Recycling Center

May 14, 2014 by Clean the World

Clean the World rolled out the red carpet at a new Recycling Operations Center in Hong Kong on Wednesday. This new, expanded facility is outfitted with a complete production line to turn discarded hotel soap into clean new bars. Soap from hotel partners in Hong Kong, Macau and Singapore will flow into the Hong Kong …

BungoBox Co-Founder Tom Cannon Joins Clean the World as CMO

September 25, 2024May 14, 2014 by Clean the World

The following press release was issued today by Clean the World: ORLANDO, FL. — (May. 6, 2014) – After growing his moving-box rental company to 20 markets across North America in just five years, BungoBox co-founder Tom Cannon is bringing his knack for innovative marketing to Clean the World. Cannon is the new chief marketing …

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May 11, 2014 by Clean the World

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SunStream Hotels Join Clean the World

May 2, 2014 by Clean the World

As the Global Hygiene Revolution continues to spread across North America and the world – we still enjoy welcoming new partners from Florida, which is where it all started. One of our newest management company partners is SunStream Hotels & Resorts, based in Fort Myers Beach, Fla. SunStream has a collection of unique condominium-style hotels …

Deep in the Heart of Texas

April 28, 2014 by Clean the World

Clean the World Partner Relations Director Oscar Gonzalez visited San Antonio last week to recognize some of our top hotel partners in the area. Attendees at the Concord Hospitality General Managers conference assembled 1,000 ONE Project hygiene kits in just 10 minutes. The kits were donated to the Wounded Warriors Project. Since 2010, Concord has …

Driftwood Includes Soap Recycling in CSR Initiative

April 25, 2014 by Clean the World

Driftwood Hospitality Management has a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR). Driftwood’s partnerships with virtually every major leading hotel and resort company include implementing socially responsible programs at the company’s owned and managed hotels. Now their CSR commitment extends to soap and bottled amenity recycling with Clean the World. Nearly half of Driftwood’s properties …

ACUI Conference Attendees Build 13,000 ONE Project Hygiene Kits

April 16, 2014 by Clean the World

The Association of College Unions International (ACUI) recently held its annual conference at the JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes resort. In celebration of the ACUI 100th Anniversary Service Pledge, the 2014 conference provided both on-site and off-site volunteer opportunities for conference attendees. One of those activities was an on-site event at which volunteers assembled 13,000 …

Las Vegas Sands Press Release Announces Partnership

April 3, 2014 by Clean the World

Las Vegas Sands Corp. Announces Multimillion-Dollar Corporate Partnershipswith University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and Clean the WorldCompany’s New Corporate Citizenship Program Designed to Make Global Impact,While Better Addressing Needs of Local Communities LAS VEGAS – April 3, 2014 – Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS) today announced a new global corporate citizenship commitment, highlighted by …

Welcome HDG Hotels to the Global Hygiene Revolution

March 24, 2014 by Clean the World

Hotel Development and Management Group (HDG Hotels) is a new Clean the World partner in Ocala, Fla. This dynamic, innovative hotel management company operates nine properties on the Florida peninsula, with more in the pipeline. The HDG philosophy aligns with our mission because it can be summed up by one word: “sustainable.” For HDG Hotels, …

Volunteers are the Heart of the Global Hygiene Revolution

March 20, 2014 by Clean the World

Since 2009, Clean the World has distributed 17 million soap bars and 300,000 hygiene kits. Almost every item was touched at some point by a volunteer at one of our facilities in Orlando or Las Vegas. We are saving lives around the world with soap, and we could not do it without support from thousands …

San Diego Rescue Mission Receives 500 ONE Project Hygiene Kits

March 18, 2014 by Clean the World

Food pantry at the San Diego Rescue Mission. When we founded Clean the World four years ago, our goal was simple: Collect discarded hotel soap, recycle it, and send it to developing countries. The idea was to save lives in places where millions of people die from illnesses that can be prevented with hand washing. …

Join Clean the World on a Soap Trip to Honduras or Guatemala

March 13, 2014 by Clean the World

Clean the World is planning four-day soap distribution trips to Honduras and Guatemala in May, and you are invited to join us for a potentially life-changing experience. Friends and supporters will work alongside Clean the World team members to distribute 15,000 bars of soap to 1,500 communities in need in each country. We have openings …

An Impactful Trip to the Philippines With Caesars Entertainment

January 29, 2014 by Clean the World

Over the past few months, Clean the World’s primary focus in the Philippines has been on sending hygiene kits to the victims of Typhoon Haiyan. However, there are significant hygiene needs in other areas of the island country. Last week we made progress in the capital city of Manila when we traveled there on a …

ESPN Radio’s Colin Cowherd Invites You to Super BOWLing Spectacular

January 28, 2014 by Clean the World

The Second Annual Clean the World Super BOWLing Spectacular got a boost from radio host Colin Cowherd this week. Cowherd recorded a commercial to promote the event, which is coming up on Sunday, Feb. 2. His show, “The Herd,” airs on ESPN radio Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you are …

Tickets Still Available for the Super BOWLing Spectacular

January 27, 2014 by Clean the World

Time’s running out for you to get a spot at Clean the World’s Second Annual Super BOWLing Spectacular at Splitsville Luxury Lanes, at Downtown Disney West Side. For just $85 ($65 for Disney cast members) you can enjoy: – Complimentary appetizers and buffet from 6 to 9 p.m.– Open bar from 6 to 9 p.m.– …

Preferred Hotel Group Adds Clean the World to Alliance Program

January 27, 2014 by Clean the World

Preferred Hotel Group recently announced our new partnership, in which Clean the World provides soap and bottled amenity recycling through the Preferred Alliance Partner Program. The Alliance Program offers partner benefits such as special pricing and extra services not available to individual hotels. Preferred Hotel Group is a global collection of independent hotels, destination resorts, …

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December 24, 2013 by Clean the World

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Disaster Victims to Receive Liquid Soap From Clearly Natural

December 3, 2013 by Clean the World

Our friends at Clearly Natural are always ready to lend a hand. And boy are they ever quick to respond. When we started preparing to send personal hygiene supplies to areas of the Philippines affected by Typhoon Haiyan, Clearly Natural contacted us right away. The manufacturer of natural glycerine bar soaps, body washes and liquid hand …

Beverly Hills Hotel Sponsors 3,000+ Hygiene Kits

December 2, 2013 by Clean the World

Here’s hoping you had a fantastic Thanksgiving weekend with the people you love. We have a lot to be thankful for here at Clean the World, including all the companies, organizations and individuals that are helping out with Typhoon Haiyan relief. The Beverly Hills Hotel and Bungalows was one of the first to join in. Since …

Unilever Donates Soap by the Truckload

September 22, 2021November 25, 2013 by Clean the World

A couple times every day, a UPS truck backs up to the loading dock at our Orlando warehouse and unloads dozens of bins containing discarded soap from hotels. We run the bars through our sterilization and recycling process. After the cycle is complete, we end up with boxes full of new soap bars that are …

Typhoon Relief: Volunteers Needed in Orlando and Las Vegas

November 25, 2013 by Clean the World

In the Philippines, there will be a huge demand for personal hygiene items throughout the Typhoon Haiyan recovery process. With the support of Las Vegas Sands Corp., Clean the World is preparing to send 40,000 hygiene kits as soon as we can get them assembled and delivered to Children International. We need volunteers in our Orlando …

Las Vegas Sands Steps Up to Sponsor Hygiene Kits for Typhoon Relief

May 20, 2024November 22, 2013 by Clean the World

On Monday we asked our hospitality partners for corporate donations to fund the assembly and shipping of ONE Project Disaster Relief hygiene kits to the Philippines. Less than three hours later, Las Vegas Sands contacted us to offer $80,000, which will pay for 40,000 hygiene kits! That means 40,000 people will receive a resealable plastic …

Press Release: Sysco Guest Supply Partnership

November 18, 2013 by Clean the World

Sysco Guest Supply Saves Lives Through Donation to Clean the WorldOperational Assistance Significantly Reduce Shipping Costs for Hotel Partners ORLANDO, Fla. — (Nov. 18, 2013) – Through a combination of in-kind and operational donations, Sysco Guest Supply is powering Clean the World’s Global Hygiene Revolution to save more lives by distributing hygiene products. Clean the …

Hotels for Hope Partners With Clean the World

October 15, 2013 by Clean the World

The following press release was issued by Hotels for Hope to announce our partnership. AUSTIN, TEXAS – Oct. 15, 2013 – Hotels for Hope, the Austin, Texas-based hotel brokerage company, today announced its partnership with Clean the World, the social enterprise that distributes recycled soap and hygiene products from hospitality partners to children and families …

Celebrating Global Handwashing Day (a Day Early)

October 14, 2013 by Clean the World

Tomorrow (Oct. 15) is Global Handwashing Day 2013. One of the lessons shared during GHD is that teachers have the power to reduce absenteeism in their classrooms through promoting hand washing with soap. So we started our celebration a day early by delivering 500 soap packets to Nap Ford Community School, which is just down …

Providing On-Site CSR Opportunities at the Orange County Convention Center

October 3, 2013 by Clean the World

The Orange County Convention Center recently issued this press release regarding our partnership. Clean the World is now the in-house provider for Corporate Social Responsibility events at the OCCC. Orange County Convention Center Creates In-House Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunity for Visiting Organizations ORLANDO, Fla. — (July 1, 2013) – The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) has …

New Developments in Customer Service

September 28, 2013 by Clean the World

One of the most amazing things about the Global Hygiene Revolution is that we now have 2,000 hotels participating in Clean the World’s hospitality recycling program. That is something we never could have imagined five years ago. Every one of those 2,000 properties needs collection bins, shipping labels and training material. That’s why in the …

Distribution Update

August 28, 2013 by Clean the World

Here is a recap of recent distribution both here in the United States and overseas: New Vision Ministry: 100 soap bars, 100 shampoo, 100 body wash, 100 lotion, 100 conditionersChildren International: 108,000 soap barsClinician of the World: 3,000 soap barsHope House of Chicago: 5,166 units of hygiene amenitiesAdriana’s Attic, Inc.: 300 soap bars, 200 shampoo, …

Behind the Scenes at Clean the World: Danny Simmons

August 27, 2013 by Clean the World

Here’s a little free advice for executives and business leaders: If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, passionate expert to describe your product or service, maybe you should walk right on past your sales team and go talk to a few people in the warehouse. Or on the production floor. Or in the driver’s lounge. Danny …

Chicagoans Start the Day With Clean the World on Fox 32

August 26, 2013 by Clean the World

On Monday, Aug. 19, Clean the World Executive Director Shawn Seipler and board member Laura Schwartz were guests on WFLD, Fox 32 in Chicago. “Good Day Chicago” co-host Anna Davlantes talked to our dynamic duo about Clean the World’s impact in Chicago and throughout the world. Click here or click the image below to watch the …

Marriott’s Sustainable Development Boosts Economies, Creates Jobs

July 31, 2013 by Clean the World

Marriott International has been an enthusiastic supporter of Clean the World since 2009. Their commitment continued to grow this year when Marriott’s Jeff Wolff joined us on a soap distribution trip to the Dominican Republic. Jeff is vice president of guest experience and rooms operations – Americas. Now Clean the World is mentioned in Marriott’s just-released 2013 …

Delivering Soap to Those Who Need it Most

July 9, 2013 by Clean the World

Rosanna Kingston is the Nonprofit Partnership and Volunteer Coordinator for Clean the World. She works with organizations that require hygiene products to fulfill their missions, and arranges for the pickup and transportation of soap from Clean the World’s recycling and manufacturing plant in Orlando. One example is World Vision, which provides emergency assistance to families …

You Are Invited to a Soap Distribution Experience

July 2, 2013 by Clean the World

Clean the World’s mission begins with a hotel housekeeper collecting a discarded bar of soap, and ends with a recycled bar in the hands of a child. You have an opportunity to see that end result first-hand by accompanying us on one of our upcoming soap distribution trips. The trips provide three- and four-day immersion …

Operations Now Underway in Hong Kong and Macao

June 13, 2013 by Clean the World

The Global Hygiene Revolution. The “global” part of that phrase can be a little challenging because the world is a pretty big place. However, at Clean the World we constantly work toward finding new partners and implementing solutions to help us combat hygiene-related illnesses around the globe. The Venetian Macao-Resort-Hotel That’s why we joined with …

Marriott’s Jeff Wolff Visits the Dominican Republic

May 29, 2013 by Clean the World

Jeff Wolff has seen a lot of poverty in his extensive travels throughout the Caribbean and Latin American regions. However, his recent soap distribution trip to the Dominican Republic with Clean the World revealed just how challenging daily life is for so many people. “It is very different to view poverty from afar and then …

Focused on the Story of How Soap Saves Lives

May 24, 2013 by Clean the World

Robert Bahret got more than a typical “Happy New Year” when Clean the World CEO Shawn Seipler called him at the beginning of 2012. That call launched Bahret on a new career path – and landed him in a new state just a few days later. “Shawn wanted me to run the facility in Las …

Super Jabon visits the Dominican Republic!

May 13, 2013 by Clean the World

This post is from Rosanna Kingston, Clean the World’s Nonprofit Partnership and Volunteer Coordinator. Our recent Clean the World soap distribution trip to the Dominican Republic departed from Orlando on Tuesday, April 23. The team was made up of Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, his assistant Kathleen Devault, Clean the World board member Paul Skomsky, Clean …

Greystone Joins the Global Hygiene Revolution

May 3, 2013 by Clean the World

Greystone Hotels is Clean the World’s newest management company partner in the western region. This is an exciting affiliation for Clean the World because of Greystone’s commitment to environmentally friendly hospitality management. The company’s boutique hotels and inns follow eco-friendly business practices and an environmental leadership program to create awareness at the property-level. In addition …

Clean the World Adds 2 New Board Members

April 2, 2013 by Clean the World

Today Clean the World issued this press release announcing the addition of two new members to our board of directors. Clean the World Adds 2 New Board Members Laura Schwartz and Kelly Cohen to Help Promote Life-Saving Mission ORLANDO, Fla. — (April 2, 2013) – Clean the World announces the appointment of former White House …

Disneyland Resort Honored for Donations

March 27, 2013 by Clean the World

The Disneyland Resort issued this press release following a recent visit by Clean the World co-founder and CEO Shawn Seipler Clean the World Foundation, Inc. Honors Disneyland Resort for Recycling Bath Amenities to Change Lives and Protect the Environment Disneyland Resort donated nearly 20,000 lbs. of gently used bath amenities in 2012 ANAHEIM, Calif. – March …

Another Rewarding Soap Distribution Trip to Honduras

March 5, 2013 by Clean the World

The following post is from Rosanna Kingston, Clean the World’s nonprofit partnership and volunteer coordinator. The Clean the World soap distribution team started their journey to Honduras on Tuesday, Feb 23. On the team I was accompanied by Terry Dunbar from the Hyatt Regency in Jersey City, NJ; Kathryn Coiner- Collier from the Aloft Charlotte …

Clean the World Employee Sees the Big Picture

February 20, 2013 by Clean the World

Chris Mares was just looking for a job when he came to work at Clean the World, but he found a lot more. Recycling soap in the operations department opened up an opportunity for him to flex his artistic muscles and make the Orlando production facility a nicer place for employees and visitors. When co-founders …

AH&LA Partners With Clean the World

February 11, 2013 by Clean the World

The American Hotel & Lodging Association issued this press release regarding our partnership: AH&LA PARTNERS WITH CLEAN THE WORLD Members receive savings through soap, bottled amenities recycling Washington, February 11, 2013 – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) has joined forces with Clean the World Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization that collects and recycles …

New Nashville Star: Gaylord Opryland Resort

February 8, 2013 by Clean the World

Nashville has produced a few overnight sensations over the years – and the latest one is a soap star: The Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center. Since adopting our soap and amenity recycling program in April of last year, the housekeeping team has collected 6,204 pounds of soap, which means 33,088 newly pressed bars will …

Bring Your Appetite to Super “Bowl”ing Party

January 29, 2013 by Clean the World

What are you planning to serve at your Super Bowl party? Maybe you will pick up a platter of wings and open up a few bags of chips. You could go all out and make the same seven-layer dip you’ve made for the past 10 years. That’s not bad – but it’s nothing like what’s …

How IHG Helps Clean the World

January 28, 2013 by Clean the World

Last week Clean the World was featured in the Priority Club Connect blog from IGH. —————————————————————————- In 2009, while on a business trip in Minneapolis, two Priority Club Rewards members decided that there must be more than a couple nights’ uses left in a bar of Holiday Inn soap. They researched the idea of recycling …

ONE Project Changes Lives in Your Community

January 22, 2013 by Clean the World

We founded Clean the World with the goal of saving lives in developing countries where millions of people die from illnesses that can be prevented with hand washing. But while distributing more than 12 million soap bars in 67 countries since 2009, we also saw a huge need for soap and hygiene products right here …

Prince George’s Community College takes Alternative Winter Break

January 17, 2013 by Clean the World

This past week here at Clean the World Recycling Operations Center, a group of students from Prince George’s Community College in Largo, Maryland have spent part of their winter break volunteering with us. With their leader, Paulette McIntosh, Program Director of College Life Services, they travelled to Orlando as part of the schools “Pathways to …

Crystal Keeps the Soap on the Road

January 15, 2013 by Clean the World

One of the things hotels love about working with Clean the World is that we provide them with printed, pre-paid shipping labels. When a collection bin is full, all a hospitality partner has to do is seal it, apply the shipping label and wait for UPS to pick it up. With housekeepers collecting soap at …

African Missions for Christ Receives Hygiene Items from Clean the World!

January 14, 2013 by Clean the World

AMFC President and Evangelist Oluwafeyihanwa “Theresa” Madedor is planning a mission trip to Liberia and Sierra Leone during March and April. Today, she visited Clean the World to gather needed supplies for her trip: 5000 bars of soap and 40 cases of bottled amenities. The African Missions for Christ office is located here in Orlando, …

Sometimes it’s Hard to be Humble

September 25, 2024January 9, 2013 by Clean the World

If you took every bar of soap distributed by Clean the World in 2012 and put them end-to-end, they would stretch from our headquarters in downtown Orlando all the way up Interstate 4 to Daytona Beach, on up Interstate 95 to the Courtyard Jacksonville Mayo Clinic/Beaches – and then around the parking lot a few …

2012 Distribution Results

December 19, 2012 by Clean the World

This post was written by Rosanna Kingston, Clean the World’s nonprofit partnership and volunteer coordinator. What an exciting year! Almost 4 million soap bars were distributed globally through our partners this year – and more than 12 million bars since Clean the World was founded in 2009. However, 64,000 bars had special significance this year because …

Thanks for a Successful Fundraising Campaign!

December 4, 2012 by Clean the World

We recently completed our first RocketHub crowd-funding campaign for Clean the World, and we could not be more excited about the results. Contributions from friends and supporters totaled $12,034 toward four machines that will allow us to make soap at a faster production rate. Although donations fell short of our very aggressive $54,000 goal, this …

HR Manager Has Personal Connection With Soap Recycling

November 19, 2012 by Clean the World

Astrid Zelaya grew up in a place where many people lacked basic hygiene necessities, which is why she is such a big supporter of Clean the World. Currently a human resources manager at the Nickelodeon Suites Resort in Orlando, Astrid spent most of her life in Honduras. Her family was luckier than many because Astrid’s …

Travel to Honduras with Clean the World

November 15, 2012 by Clean the World

Clean the World is planning a four-day soap distribution trip to Honduras in February – which isn’t all that unusual. What is unusual is that for the first time we are opening up the team to include people other than our typical group of employees and partners. That means anyone who is an interested supporter …

Party VIP Style and Support Sandy Relief

November 14, 2012 by Clean the World

People in the Orlando area can help victims of Superstorm Sandy while enjoying a night on the town tomorrow night, Thursday, Nov. 15. The Lounge is coming to International Plaza on Lake Eola in downtown Orlando Thursday night, and transforming the area around the lake into a cosmopolitan nightclub. Event producer Paul Lovett promises an …

Closing Argument and Supporting Superstorm Sandy Victims

November 9, 2012 by Clean the World

One week ago the country heard the closing arguments from politicians. Now, it’s Clean the World’s turn. We need your fuel. And so do the victims of Superstorm Sandy. This is the closing argument from Clean the World CEO Shawn Seipler: Every dollar donated to Clean the World’s Rocket Hub campaign will send one hygiene kit …

Hygiene Kits on the Way to Sandy Victims

November 1, 2012 by Clean the World

Superstorm Sandy left a heartbreaking trail of destruction and devastation in the Northeast United States. As part of the Sandy relief effort, Clean the World is providing hygiene kits to those in affected areas of New Jersey and New York City. The kits include soap, shampoo and other items that meet the basic hygiene needs …

All Hands on Deck

October 25, 2012 by Clean the World

Global Handwashing Day (GHD) was more like Global Handwashing WEEK at Clean the World. GHD was officially Monday, Oct. 15, but we held events throughout the week to recognize the importance of hand washing as a way to prevent the spread of illness. Our awesome volunteers stepped up to help both at our Orlando headquarters …

Recap of Honduras Soap Distribution

October 16, 2012 by Clean the World

On Monday, Oct. 8, a team from Clean the World left Orlando for a trip to Soto Cano Air Base in Honduras. On board was Jim Buckshaw from Clearly Natural, Kate Labrosse from National Cooperative Grocers Association (NCGA) and Jessica Rosman from Caesars Entertainment. Representing Clean the World were Shawn Seipler, Robert Bahret and Rosanna Kingston. …

Longboat Key Club & Resort Hits Milestone Number

October 15, 2012 by Clean the World

The following press release was issued by Longboat Key Club & Resort on Monday, Oct. 15: [Longboat Key, FL – October 15, 2012] Celebrating the one year anniversary of its participation in the Clean the World program, Longboat Key Club & Resort is proud to announce it has achieved a milestone number – the distribution of over …

Day Two in Honduras

October 11, 2012 by Clean the World

On Wed, Oct. 10, we set out for our second day of soap distribution in Honduras. This was a continuation of our joint operation with the U.S. military, particularly the men and women at Soto Cano Air Force Base. We visited schools, homes and a medical clinic where the U.S. military, Honduran military and local …

Honduras Soap Distribution: Day One

October 10, 2012 by Clean the World

Tuesday was Day One of our joint humanitarian effort in Honduras with the U.S. military. With the help of service men and women from Soto Cano Air Force Base, Clean the World distributed 3,000 bars of recycled soap to 900 children, including many orphans.In addition to handing out recycled soap and Clearly Natural bars, the …

New Body Wash / Shampoo Available for Shelters, Pantries and Missions

October 9, 2012 by Clean the World

Since founding Clean the World in 2009, we have distributed more than 11.5 million bars of soap to children and families in the United States and more than 55 countries worldwide. Something we’ve learned in three-and-a-half years is that hygiene needs vary based on geography and circumstance. Which is why we now offer a bottled …

Anchors Aweigh for Distribution Trip to Honduras

October 9, 2012 by Clean the World

This is a satisfying week for Clean the World because we are on the ground in Honduras for a soap distribution trip.From the amazing housekeepers who collect bars each day, to the volunteers and team members who help us turn used soap into recycled, sterile bars – there are thousands of dedicated supporters connected to …

Why We Do What We Do–By the Numbers

October 5, 2012 by Clean the World

A picture’s worth a thousand words. Here’s an infographic that explains the thousands and millions reasons why we do what we do. http://feeds2.feedburner.com/ctwf

3 Easy Ways to Support our RocketHub Campaign

October 3, 2012 by Clean the World

Recently we told you about an effort to raise $54,000 for new equipment that will allow us to reduce our soap recycling time by 85 percent. With this additional machinery, we can quickly process the surplus of 2 million soap bars currently residing in our Orlando facility. As of this morning, we were at 10 …

Thanks a Million, Starwood!

October 1, 2012 by Clean the World

Any way you slice it, a million of anything is a lot.When you are dead-set against doing something, you say you wouldn’t do it in a million years. A recording artist receives a platinum record for selling a million copies of an album. And who wouldn’t want to want to win a million dollars? But …

A Green Hotel is More Than a Utility Bill

September 26, 2012 by Clean the World

Take a look at this infographic in the July 2012 issue of Metropolis magazine. Citing a 2012 report, the magazine says that “Recently built properties use twice as much energy per night as hotels built 50 years ago.” If that’s the case, as Metropolis asks in its “On the Spot” column, are “so-called green hotels” …

Clean the World Breaks into Crowdfunding

September 25, 2012 by Clean the World

Clean the World is an Orlando-based social enterprise bringing the hottest new funding mechanism to Central Florida. As entrepreneurs and businesses struggle for capital to grow, non-profit Clean the World has launched a funding campaign on RocketHub to further automate their operation and dramatically increase output of recycled soap going to families across the U.S. …

Host a Hygiene Kit Packing Event

September 19, 2012 by Clean the World

Where do you turn when you need a new bar of soap? You probably open a bathroom cabinet or reach for a pretty basket on the counter. Not everyone is that fortunate. Millions of people don’t have access to the basic hygiene supplies required to stay healthy. However, your church, school, fraternal organization or company …

Help Reduce Processing Time From 3 Weeks to 3 Days

September 11, 2012 by Clean the World

Twenty-one days. With our current production line, that’s how long it takes us to recycle enough soap to fill an 18-wheeler. However, with the purchase of four new machines, we can dramatically reduce the amount of time it takes to recycle partially used soap from the hospitality industry. A $54,000 investment in equipment will allow …

Sysco Guest Supply Provides Generous Soap Donation

September 5, 2012 by Clean the World

Recycling and distributing soap can be a bit challenging at times. But somehow things just always work out. And after more than three years, we are still amazed every day when the pieces just fall into place. The team at Sysco Guest Supply. An important piece of the puzzle recently fell into place when the …

Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Helps Clean the World

August 21, 2012 by Clean the World

Dover Downs Hotel & Casino has partnered with Orlando-based social enterprise Clean the World to collect and recycle hotel soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotions and gels to help fight the global spread of preventable diseases. The soaps collected by Dover Downs Hotel & Casino will be shipped to Clean the World for recycling and distribution to …

Thank You, Volunteers! 40,000+ Bars in Just 4 Weeks

August 14, 2012 by Clean the World

Our incredible volunteers continue to amaze us with the amount of soap they pre-process for the production line. From mid-July through the first two weeks of August, 535 volunteers worked at our Orlando recycling facility. Those hard-working helpers contributed 1,323 volunteer hours, and prepared more than 40,000 bars of soap for the grinder. Thanks to …

Volunteer Opportunities: Soap for Hope Week and Upcoming Events

August 9, 2012 by Clean the World

There are plenty of opportunities for you to help Clean the World save lives with soap. We need volunteers to help us surface-clean 50,000 bars of soap this month. The soap will benefit 5,000 families and communities in need. Dates: Monday, Aug. 20 – Thursday, Aug. 23 Hours: 9: 30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. daily …

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