Leftover latex paint is one of the hardest items to recycle; many paint-recycling programs have been suspended since water-based paints are not considered a household hazardous waste. But that doesn't make it safe to pour paint down the drain or put half-empty cans in the trash (which is still illegal in most communities). Instead, all you have to do is let it dry out. Mix in something called "paint hardener," which you can find at any hardware store. It will take a few hours to dry out and harden; toss the disc of paint into the trash and the empty paint cans can go right into the recycling bin.

One of the benefits of social media sites like Twitter, Facebook and Instagram is that time-sensitive information can be shared almost immediately with people who need it. Many local animal shelters around the country are starting social media accounts with the sole purpose of uploading pictures of found dogs and cats (and sometimes other animals) that come through their doors. If your companion animal goes missing, start following all the local shelters in a 15-mile radius around your home to see if pictures of your pet come up as you continue your search. Many shelters update their feeds every few minutes.

The Organic Trade Association has put out tips and strategies about how to eat organic food without breaking the bank. In fact, it recently released a fact sheet called "Eating organic for a family of four for $25 a day." Some of the strategies to eat clean and green include buying commonly used organic foods in bulk, which are substantially discounted and packaged in minimal packaging. It also supports the notion of buying produce seasonally because it's less expensive when there is a bounty of specific types of perishables. And the big tip? Investigate social media and websites for organic brands you like. You can often download money-saving coupons right off their sites and even save more if your store is having a sale on those items.