Charity Retail Association

Charity Retail Association We are the only body in the UK that represents the interests of charity retailers.

We campaign for a successful charity retail sector in the UK and have around 400 members, who run more than 9,000 charity shops.

Stars of the Sector: Vision Ireland 🏆 We’re looking back at last year’s winners at the charity retail awards to celebra...
19/03/2026

Stars of the Sector: Vision Ireland 🏆

We’re looking back at last year’s winners at the charity retail awards to celebrate the incredible talent in our sector and inspire your 2026 nominations.

Vision Ireland implemented circular initiatives to maximise reuse and significantly reduce waste. Each project was rooted in the goal of cutting carbon and demonstrating that sustainability can be stylish, practical, and impactful.

Is your charity leading the way with green initiatives this year?

Nominate your 2026 Sustainability heroes here: https://zurl.co/lG0oV

NEW SHOP SPOTLIGHT 💡📍 Rainbows, ShepshedRainbows Hospice for Children and Young People has officially opened its larges...
18/03/2026

NEW SHOP SPOTLIGHT đź’ˇ
đź“Ť Rainbows, Shepshed

Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People has officially opened its largest store yet in Shepshed, marking an exciting milestone as their first-ever furniture shop.

Located in Armstrong's Mill, the store offers a fantastic range of furniture alongside clothes, toys, and books.

Every purchase made helps Rainbows provide specialist palliative and end-of-life care for babies, children, and young people across the East Midlands. Whether you are looking to furnish a room or simply want to learn more about the vital work the hospice does, the team is ready to welcome you.

If you are local to Shepshed and looking for quality furniture that makes a real difference, this new flagship store is a must-visit!

Stars of the Sector: Salvation Army Charity Shops 🏆We’re looking back at last year’s winners at the charity retail awar...
17/03/2026

Stars of the Sector: Salvation Army Charity Shops 🏆

We’re looking back at last year’s winners at the charity retail awards to celebrate the incredible talent in our sector and inspire your 2026 nominations.

SATCoL delivered a record-breaking performance last year, serving millions of customers and expanding their store footprint. Crucially, they also launched their Social Impact Log—a clever initiative designed to capture the previously unrecorded free provision their shops offer to those in need within their communities.

Is your team finding new ways to measure and grow your social value? We want to hear your story. Submit your 2026 nomination here: https://zurl.co/9r0fv

📣 Conference booking is now open for the Charity Retail Conference, Exhibition and Awards 2026 📍 This year we’re heading...
16/03/2026

đź“Ł Conference booking is now open for the Charity Retail Conference, Exhibition and Awards 2026

📍 This year we’re heading somewhere new. For the first time ever, conference will take place at ICC Wales. Join us on Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 June 2026 for two days of insight, collaboration and big conversations about the future of charity retail.

The theme for 2026 is Stronger together: community-powered retail. Expect inspiring speakers, practical sessions, and plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the sector đź’ˇ

Following feedback from last year, we’ve also introduced two new ticket options to make attending conference more accessible than ever!

The full programme is now live on our website, so you can start planning the sessions you don’t want to miss.

🎟️ Book your place and get all additional info here: https://zurl.co/NIa87

Stars of the Sector: Steph Edusei at St Oswald's Hospice 🏆We’re looking back at last year’s winners at the charity re...
12/03/2026

Stars of the Sector: Steph Edusei at St Oswald's Hospice 🏆

We’re looking back at last year’s winners at the charity retail awards to celebrate the incredible talent in our sector and inspire your 2026 nominations.

Steph Edusei relentlessly champions retail as a vital part of St Oswald's Hospice, recognising the positive impact it has on the hospice, the wider community, and our environment. This high-level support is a glowing example of how leadership can empower retail teams to thrive.

Does this sound like your charity's Chief Executive? Nominate them here: https://zurl.co/FQGfv

Stars of the Sector: Vision Ireland 🏆We’re looking back at last year’s winners at the charity retail awards to celebrate...
10/03/2026

Stars of the Sector: Vision Ireland 🏆

We’re looking back at last year’s winners at the charity retail awards to celebrate the incredible talent in our sector and inspire your 2026 nominations.

Vision Ireland Retail transformed social media into a core operational tool, reimagining it as more than just a marketing channel. By utilising platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok to bring their retail operations to life, they set a new standard for digital engagement in our sector.

Is your charity using technology to trailblaze this year? Excellence deserves to be celebrated, but we can’t crown a winner without your help.

Nominate your 2026 heroes here: https://zurl.co/gxAoh

NEW SHOP SPOTLIGHT 💡📍 Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice Clearance ShopPrincess of Wales Shopping Centre, DewsburyForget M...
09/03/2026

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📍 Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice Clearance Shop
Princess of Wales Shopping Centre, Dewsbury

Forget Me Not Children's Hospice has opened a brand new clearance shop in Dewsbury, officially launched by Iqbal Mohamed MP.

The shop offers clothing, accessories, homeware and books, with most items priced at £3 or less, making it a bargain hunter’s dream while supporting a vital cause.

Every penny raised helps Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice provide essential support to children with life-shortening conditions and their families across West Yorkshire.

If you’re local and love a good deal for a good cause, this one’s for you.

Stars of the Sector: Shelter 🏆 We’re looking back at last year’s winners at the charity retail awards to celebrate the i...
05/03/2026

Stars of the Sector: Shelter 🏆

We’re looking back at last year’s winners at the charity retail awards to celebrate the incredible talent in our sector and inspire your 2026 nominations.

Shelter’s fourth win in the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion category is a testament to their long-term commitment to making charity retail a more inclusive space. Their comprehensive measures serve as a glowing example for the entire sector to follow.

Is your charity trailblazing in EDI this year? Excellence deserves to be celebrated, but we can’t crown a winner without your help.

Nominate your 2026 heroes here: https://zurl.co/MZV8p

NEW SHOP SPOTLIGHT 💡📍 Home-Start Wessex Family Charity Shop & Support HubSaxon Square, Christchurch, DorsetHome-Start We...
02/03/2026

NEW SHOP SPOTLIGHT đź’ˇ

đź“Ť Home-Start Wessex Family Charity Shop & Support Hub
Saxon Square, Christchurch, Dorset

Home-Start Wessex has opened its first-ever family charity shop and support hub, marking a major milestone for the families charity.

The new space combines a retail shop with a welcoming reading corner for families, stocked with clothing, toys and equipment for children and parents. The shop will also host regular activities like storytime sessions and help signpost families to the charity’s support services.

This new venture creates an essential income stream while helping Home-Start Wessex continue transforming the lives of families in crisis across Dorset and surrounding areas.

If you’re in Christchurch, pop in and show your support.

02/03/2026

World Book Day is coming and here’s your reminder that it’s not just the kids who should get all the fun! 📚

There’s nothing quite like the thrill of picking up a secondhand book you didn’t even know you needed! Whether it’s a forgotten classic, a hidden gem or a story that just somehow manages to find its way to you at the exact right moment. That’s the magic of the charity shop 🌟

But, if you’re still scrambling for a world book day costume for your little one, the charity shop can be your secret weapon! From wizards to warriors, you never know the treasures that await on the rails 🪄

Head to your local charity shop to find your next story đź“–

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NEW SHOP SPOTLIGHT 💡📍 St Catherine’s Hospice Superstore37–43 Queensway, CrawleySt Catherine's Hospice, Crawley has off...
23/02/2026

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📍 St Catherine’s Hospice Superstore
37–43 Queensway, Crawley

St Catherine's Hospice, Crawley has officially opened its largest-ever charity shop in central Crawley, with a ribbon cutting by Crawley Mayor Councillor Sharmila Sivarajah and Store Manager Leanne Chew.

The new Superstore is three and a half times bigger than its two previous Crawley shops combined and features over 2,500 items of clothing and shoes, plus furniture, bridalwear, bicycles and an upcycle repair shop coming soon.

With more than 140 volunteers supporting the store, it’s set to create even more opportunities for the local community, while helping fund specialist end of life care across West Sussex and East Surrey.

If you’re in Crawley, this one is well worth a visit.

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The Charity Retail Association is the only body in the United Kingdom that represents the interests of charity retailers. We have more than 380 Members, who run 8,600 shops.