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

SHAX Charity

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Open Mon-Sat 9-4, SHAX is a social enterprise and charity aiding those affected by homelessness and poverty. Charity No. SC 042940.

SHAX provides Emergency Home Starter Packs, runs a reuse furniture warehouse, offers volunteering/employment opportunities. SHAX is a social enterprise and registered charity that provides support for people affected by homelessness and/or poverty whilst diverting household waste from landfill. As well as providing emergency home Starter Packs that help local people in crisis to start and sustain new tenancies, SHAX operates a reuse furniture warehouse at Merrick House, The Crichton Dumfries. SHAX Warehouse provides affordable, quality-checked furniture, fashion and other household accessories for the wider community. SHAX also offer training, volunteering and employment opportunities for local people, and generates income that is reinvested in the organisation and in fulfilling our social purpose. SHAX Warehouse is open Mondays to Saturday 9 to 4

SHAX Charity Dumfries - Your local one-stop shop for fashion and homeware. SHAX is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation, Charity Number SC 042940

27/10/2026

😬Mwahahahaha…it’s baaaack…😱

Do you dare to brave the park after dark??? 👻

Our Rise Youth Resilience team are proud to announce that this year’s FREE Halloween Spooktacular event is on:

🎃Wed 28th October from 5.30 to 7.30pm👻

FREE Activities for all and delicious goodies to buy to help raise park funds.

The youth team have been busy planning and creating and we can’t wait to share it all with you. Shout out to Kayleigh who created this year’s poster. It’s frightfully good 👻🫶🧙‍♀️🎃

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Thanks The Holywood Trust for supporting our youth empowerment work and to Robertson Trust and People’s Postcode Lottery for supporting our events and activities 🎃

26/10/2026

👀 What's New This Week?

The SHAX treasure hunt starts again today! 🛍️

Our shelves are constantly changing, which means if you haven't visited recently, you might be missing out on your next great find.

Pop in, explore, and see what's new today!

📍 Monday - Saturday | 9am - 4pm

25/10/2026

🌟 Sunday Spotlight: DG Voice

This week we're shining a spotlight on DG Voice , an organisation dedicated to ensuring the voices of people with disabilities, long-term conditions, and their carers are heard across Dumfries & Galloway.

💛 What They Do

• Support people to share their experiences and influence local services
• Work with individuals, communities, and organisations to promote inclusion and accessibility
• Encourage participation in discussions that affect health, wellbeing, and daily life
• Help ensure people have a voice in decisions that matter to them

🌟 Why They Matter

Strong communities are built when everyone's voice is valued. DG Voice helps people speak up about the issues that affect them and works to ensure lived experiences help shape services and support across the region.

Their work promotes inclusion, equality, and greater understanding, helping to create a Dumfries & Galloway where everyone can participate and be heard.

🤝 Building a More Inclusive Community

By connecting people, gathering feedback, and championing lived experience, DG Voice helps make sure that communities, organisations, and decision-makers better understand the needs of local people.

📣 Learn More

www.dgvoice.co.uk

24/10/2026

🎨 Brighten Up Your Home for Less!

Looking to freshen up a room? We have a great selection of ReColour Paints available in-store, offering quality paint at an affordable price while helping to reduce waste.

✅ Great value
✅ Wide range of colours
✅ Eco-friendly choice

Pop into SHAX and see what colours are available today. You might just find the perfect shade for your next project!

📍 Visit us Monday to Saturday, 9am to 4pm.

23/10/2026

Recycle Around the World: Morocco

Did you know? Morocco has become a leader in sustainable innovation across North Africa, with growing recycling initiatives and one of the world's largest solar energy projects helping reduce environmental impact.

At SHAX, we know that small actions can make a big difference. Whether it's reusing furniture, donating unwanted household items, or choosing pre-loved goods, every item kept in use helps reduce waste and supports our community.

🌍 This week we're taking inspiration from Morocco, where sustainability and resourcefulness are helping build a greener future.

♻️ What's the best item you've ever reused or upcycled?

22/10/2026

☀️ Emergency Starter Packs Rolling Out! ☀️
Our incredible team is in full swing this week, getting Emergency Home Starter Packs out to those rebuilding their lives.
📈 With demand continuing to rise, we're working hard to ensure every pack reaches those who need it—quickly and with care.
💖 Want to help? Your kindness powers our mission. Every contribution, big or small, makes a real impact.
🔍 See what's needed and how to donate:
🌐 www.shax.org.uk
📞 01387 245358
Thank you for standing with us. Together, we're helping our community not just survive—but thrive

22/10/2026

🎨 Another Successful FREE SHAX Workshop! 🎨

What a fantastic way to wrap up our workshop programme for the year! Our final FREE crafting and upcycling workshop was packed with creativity, laughter, and plenty of inspiring ideas.

Over the past year, we've welcomed so many wonderful people through our doors, giving new life to old items, learning new skills, making friends, and having lots of fun along the way. From creative crafts to amazing upcycling projects, it's been a year full of imagination, sustainability, and community spirit.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us throughout the year and helped make our workshops such a success. Your enthusiasm and creativity have made every session special.

While this was our last workshop of the year, we're already looking forward to bringing even more exciting activities and opportunities in the future.

💚 Thank you for crafting, creating, reusing, and upcycling with us. ♻️ Together, we've shown that small changes can make a big difference.

21/10/2026

💙 Client Feedback 💙

"Getting my own place was exciting but also a bit overwhelming. Receiving a SHAX Starter Pack meant I had some of the essentials I needed straight away. It took away a lot of stress and helped me settle in much faster."

Stories like this remind us why our work matters and how much a little support can mean during a big life change.

20/10/2026

💙 Your Donations Make a Difference 💙

Looking to support SHAX? Your donations help us provide practical support to people moving on from homelessness, hardship, and crisis, while also funding our services.

From quality furniture to household items, your donation can help give someone a fresh start and give good items a new life in our community. 🏡

To help us put your donation to work as quickly as possible, we kindly ask that:

✅ Furniture and household items are in good, usable condition
✅ Upholstered items have the required fire safety labels attached
✅ Upholstered items are free from rips, tears, and stains
✅ Donations are limited to 2 bags or boxes per drop-off

These simple guidelines help our team process donations efficiently, ensuring they can make the biggest impact possible.

Not sure what we can accept? Visit our website for full donation guidance or get in touch with our team.

Want your donation to go even further? Don't forget to Gift Aid if you're eligible. Gift Aid allows SHAX to claim an extra 25p from HMRC for every £1 raised from the sale of your donated goods, at no extra cost to you.

🔗 https://shax.org.uk/donate/

Thank you for helping us support local people, reduce waste, and create brighter futures across our community. 💙

19/10/2026

🌟 SHAX Is Looking for New Trustees — Could This Be You?
At SHAX, our Trustees help guide our mission, shape our strategy, and make sure we’re creating real impact for people across Dumfries & Galloway. Right now, we’re looking for new, passionate people to join our Board — and you don’t need any previous experience to get involved.

If you care about community, fairness, and helping local people rebuild their lives, becoming a Trustee is one of the most meaningful ways to make a difference.

Why join SHAX as a Trustee?
✔ Make a real impact in your local community
✔ No prior board experience needed
✔ Full training and ongoing support
✔ Only a few hours a month
✔ Help shape the future of a charity that changes lives
✔ Only 6 meetings a year
✔ At least 1 on Zoom, with more in the winter

If you’ve ever thought, “I’d like to do something that matters,” this is your moment.

👉 Express your interest here: www.shax.org.uk/trustee-interest
📞 Or chat with us: 01387 245358
📧 [email protected]

Let’s build a stronger, fairer community together.

Address

Dumfries

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+441387245358

Website

http://www.shax.org.uk/

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