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Over £220,000 granted to over 286 organisations since 2023.
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3R Foundation Charity Shop – Carnforth
Recycle • Reuse • Rehome
Supporting local charities, clubs & community groups across Carnforth, Lancaster, Morecambe, North Lancashire & South Lakes. The 3R Foundation Community Charity Shop in Carnforth raises funds by recycling, reusing and rehoming donated items. Since opening in 2023 we have awarded over £200,000 in grants to 389 local charities, clubs an

d community groups across Lancaster, Morecambe, North Lancashire and the South Lakes. We have two primary objectives…
The first one is to put the proceeds raised by the shop straight back into the local community, right at grassroots level. We have a simple application form to allow local small charities, clubs and groups to apply for £250, £500 or £1,000 grants for any projects that benefit the community. The second objective…
Is to change people’s perception of charity shops.We are part of the new generation of charity shops, welcoming, modern, bright, clean and airy, and not a fusty smell anywhere! You can rest assured that your donated items
will be: Recycled, Reused and Rehomed
AND more importantly…
that the profits raised will then be put to good use to benefit you and your family in the local community

Registered with the UK Charity Commission - Charity Number: 1202342

03/09/2026

The 3R Foundation recently awarded £131 to Samba Espirito for two banners, flyers and posters to help promote Bay Drumfest 2026.

Samba Espirito is a not-for-profit, inclusive community group for adults aged 18+, bringing people together to learn, create and perform vibrant samba reggae drum music in a friendly and welcoming environment.

The group regularly gives its time to support local charities and community events, performing free of charge at events including St John’s Hospice Moonlight Walk and CancerCare’s Santa Dash.

In September, Samba Espirito is organising Bay Drumfest, a volunteer-led community drumming festival celebrating local talent and the fantastic setting of Morecambe Bay. The free event will feature drummers, dancers and entertainers, all giving their time voluntarily, alongside free drumming workshops for people of all ages.

The 3R grant funded two promotional banners together with printed flyers and posters, helping the group spread the word, attract visitors and encourage as many local people as possible to come along and get involved.

As well as creating a lively day of music and dance, Bay Drumfest aims to boost community wellbeing, bring people together and attract more visitors to Morecambe and the Bay.

It certainly sounds like it’s going to be a noisy one – in the best possible way!

The 3R Foundation funds grants like this through the Recycle, Reuse, Rehome charity shop in Carnforth (next to Tesco).

Every purchase in the shop helps fund grants for local charities, clubs and community groups across North Lancashire and South Cumbria. Please support the shop so we can continue helping even more organisations in our area.

01/09/2026

The 3R Foundation recently awarded £540 to No Man Left Inside (Youth Section) for boxing gloves, boxing training pads and a tug of war rope.

No Man Left Inside is a community-led initiative supporting the mental health, wellbeing and life opportunities of males through physical activity, mentorship and positive peer support. Having originally worked with adult men, the organisation has now developed a dedicated programme for boys aged 12–16, working in conjunction with Lancaster and Morecambe Police.

The programme supports young people from some of the area's most disadvantaged communities, including those at risk of becoming involved in anti-social behaviour or the youth justice system.

Through structured fitness and combat-based training, teamwork, positive male role models and open conversations about mental health and wellbeing, the project provides a safe and supportive environment where young people can develop confidence, discipline, resilience and a sense of belonging.

The 3R grant funded boxing gloves and training pads, together with a tug of war rope, providing practical equipment for group training sessions. Activities such as boxing, tug of war and team challenges encourage participants to work together, build trust and channel their energy in a positive way.

At the heart of the project is a simple aim: to give young males somewhere they feel welcome, valued and able to talk without judgement, while surrounding them with positive influences and helping them make better choices for their future.

The 3R Foundation funds grants like this through the Recycle, Reuse, Rehome charity shop in Carnforth (next to Tesco).

Every purchase in the shop helps fund grants for local charities, clubs and community groups across North Lancashire and South Cumbria. Please support the shop so we can continue helping even more organisations in our area.

28/08/2026

The 3R Foundation recently awarded £387 to The Rainbow Centre in Morecambe for upholstery materials and a cordless staple gun to help refurbish its reception area.

The Rainbow Centre has an incredible history of supporting older people in the local community. Founded by Albert Robert Penhale OBE in 1959 to help combat social isolation, the organisation purchased its current building in 1965 and the Centre was officially opened in 1967 by Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother.

Today, The Rainbow Centre continues to provide a welcoming place for people aged over 50 to meet, socialise and take part in a wide range of activities. The organisation is self-funded through memberships, activity fees, donations, fundraising and its onsite café.

As part of its 60th anniversary celebrations, the Centre is giving its reception area a much-needed refresh. After many years of regular use, the seating had become worn and ready for refurbishment.

The 3R grant funded new upholstery materials and a cordless staple gun, allowing the team to give the existing seating a new lease of life rather than replacing it – a bit of Reuse and Rehome that definitely gets our approval at 3R!

The improvements will create a smarter and more welcoming entrance for the many members and visitors who use the Centre each week, as well as helping it look its best for this very special anniversary year.

The 3R Foundation funds grants like this through the Recycle, Reuse, Rehome charity shop in Carnforth (next to Tesco).

Every purchase in the shop helps fund grants for local charities, clubs and community groups across North Lancashire and South Cumbria. Please support the shop so we can continue helping even more organisations in our area.

25/08/2026

The 3R Foundation recently awarded £183 to Morecambe Parish Church Children’s Choir for 11 branded hoodies.

The Children’s Choir plays an important role in the life of Morecambe Parish Church and the wider community, giving young people the opportunity to enjoy singing together while developing their musical skills, confidence and friendships.

Throughout the year, the children take part in rehearsals, church services, performances, events and trips, providing plenty of opportunities to perform and represent the choir within the local community.

The 3R grant funded 11 branded choir hoodies, giving the children something practical to wear while also creating a stronger identity for the group.

For the young members, the hoodies are about much more than keeping warm! Wearing the same clothing helps create a sense of belonging, unity and pride, making each child feel recognised as part of the choir and helping them look and feel like a team when performing or attending events together.

And we have to say, we particularly approve of the colour – purple hoodies are always going to go down well with us at 3R! 💜

It's another good example of how a relatively small grant can provide something that will be used regularly while helping young people feel included and proud of the group they belong to.

The 3R Foundation funds grants like this through the Recycle, Reuse, Rehome charity shop in Carnforth (next to Tesco).

Every purchase in the shop helps fund grants for local charities, clubs and community groups across North Lancashire and South Cumbria. Please support the shop so we can continue helping even more organisations in our area.

24/08/2026

The 3R Foundation recently awarded £490 to Ambleside Road Allotment Association in Lancaster for a wheeled grass trimmer, lightweight garden tools and 24 pairs of gardening gloves.

Based in the heart of the Ridge Estate, Ambleside Road Allotments has developed into much more than a place to grow fruit and vegetables. Twice-weekly volunteer work parties bring together plot holders, local residents and organisations including CancerCare, Hug in a Mug and Red Rose Recovery.

With volunteers currently ranging in age from 11 to 92, the allotment has created a real sense of community, helping people form friendships, work together and combat social isolation.

The grant focused particularly on making gardening more accessible. Some volunteers are older, recovering from illness or simply find conventional gardening equipment too heavy to use comfortably.

The funding provided a wheeled grass trimmer, which can be pushed rather than carried like a conventional strimmer, along with lightweight rakes, border spades and forks. The grant also provided 24 pairs of gardening gloves in different sizes, ensuring volunteers can find a comfortable and safe pair to use.

As the group put it, it's about having "the right tool for the right job." These simple changes mean more volunteers can get involved independently, contribute to the work and enjoy the satisfaction of helping improve a community space they are rightly proud of.

The 3R Foundation funds grants like this through the Recycle, Reuse, Rehome charity shop in Carnforth (next to Tesco).

Every purchase in the shop helps fund grants for local charities, clubs and community groups across North Lancashire and South Cumbria.

20/08/2026

The 3R Foundation recently awarded £640 to BayShare (Lancaster and Morecambe Makers) for a solar panel and portable battery power system.

BayShare is an exciting new "Library of Things" project giving local people affordable access to useful items they may only need occasionally, such as drills, gazebos, tools and catering equipment.

Rather than everyone having to buy equipment that might only be used once or twice a year, BayShare allows items to be borrowed or hired for a nominal fee. The idea not only helps people save money, but also encourages sharing, reduces unnecessary consumption and makes better use of resources.

The 3R grant funded a portable battery power system and 160W solar panel, providing a flexible source of electricity that can itself be shared with the community.

The equipment can provide 240V power for everyday electrical devices where mains electricity isn't readily available, making it particularly useful for outdoor events, community markets, camping trips and other activities.

After discussing the options, BayShare chose a modern branded 160W solar panel rather than a higher wattage panel using older technology. The newer panel is designed to perform more efficiently in the UK's often less than sunny conditions, making it a practical choice for the project.

It's a great example of Reuse and sharing in action, helping people access useful equipment without everyone needing to own it themselves.

The 3R Foundation funds grants like this through the Recycle, Reuse, Rehome charity shop in Carnforth (next to Tesco).

Every purchase in the shop helps fund grants for local charities, clubs and community groups across North Lancashire and South Cumbria.

19/08/2026

The 3R Foundation recently awarded £160 to Morecambe Bay Community Primary School for an exterior notice board.

Morecambe Bay Community Primary School serves children and families from the local community, including a high number of children with additional educational needs. The school also has a purpose built specialist SEN unit, providing dedicated support and facilities for pupils who need them.

The school has recently welcomed a new PTFA, with an enthusiastic team of parents and volunteers committed to supporting pupils, families and the wider school community.

The grant funded a new exterior notice board to provide an accessible and highly visible way of sharing important information with parents and carers.

While much school communication now takes place digitally, not every family uses social media or regularly accesses information online. The new notice board helps ensure important messages, activities and opportunities can reach as many families as possible.

It is a relatively simple addition, but one that will help improve communication between the school and its families while supporting the new PTFA as it develops more activities and opportunities for the school community.

The 3R Foundation funds grants like this through the Recycle, Reuse, Rehome charity shop in Carnforth (next to Tesco).

Every purchase in the shop helps fund grants for local charities, clubs and community groups across North Lancashire and South Cumbria. Please support the shop so we can continue helping even more organisations in our area.

17/08/2026

The 3R Foundation recently awarded £473 to CancerCare North Lancashire and South Cumbria for two wooden garden benches at its Slynedales Centre in Lancaster.

CancerCare is a local, independent charity supporting adults and children affected by cancer or bereavement across North Lancashire and South Cumbria, with centres in Lancaster, Morecambe, Kendal and Barrow.

The charity provides free counselling and professional therapies including massage, hypnotherapy and group support, helping people cope with the emotional and physical impact of cancer and bereavement. Its support also extends to families and carers.

The grant funded two new wooden garden benches, replacing older seating within the beautiful grounds of CancerCare's Slynedales Centre.

The gardens are an important part of the support offered at the centre. Clients regularly spend time outdoors before and after appointments, enjoying the peaceful surroundings, mature planting, developing orchard and local wildlife.

For some children, particularly those who find an indoor counselling session too intense, therapists can take sessions outside and walk through the grounds, providing a more relaxed environment in which to talk. The gardens also provide inspiration for CancerCare's art group.

The new benches have created comfortable places to sit, reflect and enjoy this special outdoor space, helping make the gardens even more welcoming for clients of all ages.

The 3R Foundation funds grants like this through the Recycle, Reuse, Rehome charity shop in Carnforth (next to Tesco).

Every purchase in the shop helps fund grants for local charities, clubs and community groups across North Lancashire and South Cumbria. Please support the shop so we can continue helping even more organisations in our area.

12/08/2026

The 3R Foundation recently awarded £250 to Holme Cricket Club Junior Section for pads, balls, helmets, gloves and training equipment.

Holme Cricket Club provides a safe and enjoyable environment where local children can learn cricket, develop their skills and become part of a team. Its growing Junior Section currently runs All Stars and Dynamos programmes alongside Under 11 and Under 13 teams competing in the Westmorland Junior Cricket League.

The club hopes to add two more junior age groups from 2027, creating a clear pathway for young players to progress through the club and, eventually, into its adult teams.

As the Junior Section has grown, so has the need for good quality equipment. The grant funded training equipment and essential matchday safety kit, including helmets, pads and gloves, helping coaches keep sessions varied, structured and enjoyable.

Importantly, having shared protective equipment available also means families don't have to purchase everything themselves. With the cost of cricket equipment potentially preventing some children from taking part, the club wants to make sure that every young player has the opportunity to play safely, regardless of their circumstances.

The new equipment has helped Simon and the team continue growing junior cricket at Holme and welcoming even more youngsters into the sport.

The 3R Foundation funds grants like this through the Recycle, Reuse, Rehome charity shop in Carnforth (next to Tesco).

Every purchase in the shop helps fund grants for local charities, clubs and community groups across North Lancashire and South Cumbria. Please support the shop so we can continue helping even more organisations in our area.

10/08/2026

The 3R Foundation recently awarded £300 to Castle Street Baby and Toddler Group in Kendal for four new soft play mats.

Castle Street Baby and Toddler Group is a non profit community group running twice weekly drop in sessions at Castle Street Community Centre. The group provides a safe, inclusive and friendly environment where babies, toddlers, parents and carers can meet, play and spend time together.

Sessions include crafts, soft play, ride on toys, books and role play, along with a healthy snack for the children. Each session finishes with everyone coming together for musical instruments, singing and plenty of fun.

The grant funded four new soft play mats, replacing the group's old mats which had become worn, torn and damaged after many years of use.

The mats are an important part of every session, providing a comfortable and safe area for babies as well as supporting soft play activities. They also create the space where children and their grown ups gather together for music and singing at the end of each session.

The new mats have made the play areas safer, brighter and more welcoming, providing equipment that will be enjoyed by local families for many sessions to come.

The 3R Foundation funds grants like this through the Recycle, Reuse, Rehome charity shop in Carnforth (next to Tesco).

Every purchase in the shop helps fund grants for local charities, clubs and community groups across North Lancashire and South Cumbria. Please support the shop so we can continue helping even more organisations in our area.

Address

76 Lancaster Road
Carnforth
LA59LE

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm
Saturday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441524932125

Website

https://www.3rc.org.uk/

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