Last week we hosted our very first virtual conference, and it was a great success! Delegates from small and large charities alike came together to learn and share experiences on the subject of ‘Building Back Better’.
The charity opened its third shop, ECHO, on Saturday 5th September, and the sales on the first day exceeded their record! ECHO promises an experience unlike any other charity shop, with its focus on sustainability.
This call follows the announcement that £1.32 billion of funding for the COVID-19 Business Grants remains unspent.
UK environmental charity TRAID’s twelfth charity shop is located in the heart of Lewisham and integrates sustainability in its design and build including recycled mannequins, non-solvent paints, use of sustainable materials like cork and bamboo, green energy, 100% LED lighting and reclaimed window glass and steel.
Later Life Ambitions have joined with the CRA to support their initiative to match potential volunteers with charity shops, and to support older people to return to their volunteering roles.
WRAP has published their latest report, which has found that two in five UK citizens (41%) have had a clear out of unwanted textiles and clothing during the Covid-19 lockdown.
