Charity Retail Association

The trade association for charity shops

We provide leadership, guidance, valuable insights and a supportive community for charity retailers in the UK.

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Gifting with social and environmental value

Merry Thriftmas

Encourage your customers to have a sustainable festive season via your shops

Meet with charity retailers around the UK

Professional development meetings coming up in Wales (December), Northern Ireland (February) and Scotland (March). Make new contacts, learn from experts, and - if you supply charity shops - exhibit and network amongst potential clients.

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Meet with charity retailers around the UK

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News and updates

Discover what's new in charity retail

Don't miss the latest from the CRA!

Work in charity retail

Discover the latest jobs in our sector.

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Featured job

Phyllis Tuckwell

Retail Area Manager

South East

Posted 16 hours ago

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St. Rocco's Hospice

Retail Operations Manager

North West

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Bath Cats & Dogs Home

Assistant Shop Manager

South West

Posted 1 week ago

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Bath Cats & Dogs Home

Shop Manager

South West

Posted 1 week ago

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RSPCA Preston & District Branch

RSPCA Branch Trustee Roles

North West

Posted 1 month ago

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Quick links

Carbon footprint calculator

Calculate how much CO2 and waste you save by buying donated goods from a charity shop.

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Research programme

The most valued benefit for CRA members, strengthening our advocacy and media work.

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How do I open a charity shop?

Charity shops can be great for raising awareness and funds for a charity but you also have the same issues as a small business owner.

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Looking for a supplier?

Shop fitters, collectors, legal, epos, ecommerce and tech, security, new goods - we've got the lot

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