Hook, Line and Sinker

Almost everyone has something of value crammed in the corner of the attic — an antique lamp, a cuckoo clock or a stack of baseball cards Mom forgot to toss years ago. With the birth of eBay, those dusty throwaways can find new homes. Enter: MissionFish.

Operating under the umbrella of the Points of Light Foundation with its own distinct identity, MissionFish — in collaboration with everyone’s favorite online trading post — provides an opportunity to philanthropic-minded people who are unable to offer significant cash donations but have basements full of gems. By going online, sellers can list their products on eBay Giving Works and donate the proceeds of a sale to charity.