Freegle is a UK-wide umbrella organisation, formed in 2009 by experienced volunteers and members of the free reuse community. The aims of Freegle are:
Promoting the keeping of usable items out of landfill. Promoting and supporting local community groups working in the area of reuse. Empowering and supporting volunteers working for local Freegle groups. Informing and educating the public about
environmental matters related to the reuse and recycling of unwanted usable goods. Promoting sustainable waste management practices. Each Freegle local group is run independently and has affiliated to Freegle UK. The local volunteers who run each group are the official members of Freegle UK. Freegle UK provides central services to these volunteers and their groups. Freegle UK is an unincorporated association, is registered as a charity with HMRC (ref. XT32865), has a constitution and banks with Unity Trust Bank. Local volunteers have elected a group of national Representatives. Important decisions are made by a poll of all volunteers.
