During the last 3 years since we launched the Thought Kitchen, this is the 11th post that was either inspired by Worldchanging or about something they’re working on. Clearly, we love them and what they’re up to, so it’s no surprise someone else does too.

Worldchanging was challenged to raise $100,000 this spring. If they reach their goal, this mystery (and generous!) challenger will match it with an identical grant.

They’ve reached the home stretch and will launch a charitable auction on Ebay that will run from Friday, May 8th at 10am PDT through Friday, May 15th at 10am PDT on Worldchanging’s Ebay Giving Works Page. Items up for bid include conference tickets to six of the top ideas and design conferences, products from socially and environmentally responsible retailers, a nature inspired travel expedition, and a private walking tour of the California Academy of Sciences.

I can’t remember the last time I came across such positive and generous news about fundraising. It speaks loudly to the quality of the organization and of their idea’s that really are changing the world.