Charity Shops

Reuse, repurpose, rehome. Make a commitment to sustainability by shopping in one of our high street stores and discover a hidden treasure!

From clothes to glassware, toys and gifts, or a vintage classic from our shop in Wantage – find the perfect accompaniment to your home or your life at a price you can afford.

We are a not-for-profit business, any money you spend with us supports individuals facing disadvantage into work. When you buy from us, you are directly improving the lives of people in your community.

Donate to our shops

We are always willing to accept donations clothing, toys, books, DVDs across all our shops! Our larger stores in Sittingbourne, Neath and Glasgow also accept furniture and electrical items – call us directly to discuss your options or if you want to donate a larger item to another store! Become a donor via our Gift Aid Scheme Pop into one of our shops to sign up and become a regular donor via our Gift Aid Scheme – it takes less than five minutes! As a UK taxpayer who donates and is registered with us, we can claim an additional 25p on every £1 we sell your items for. Your donations and sales in our shops go a long way to support people in the local communities we serve, from young people in children’s homes, to helping people with a disability back into work. Read our impact report to find out more. Donating to a Shaw Trust Charity Shop Donating furniture to a Shaw Trust Charity Shop

Volunteer with us

Give your time to one of our charity shops to learn new skills, improve your CV, and help people in your community.

It’s a great way to boost your confidence and help a good cause. No experience needed – we know everyone has something to offer.

What’s in it for you?

Make a real difference as part of a great team of dedicated volunteers.
Improve your skills and boost your CV.
Access to free coaching & mentoring.
Grow your confidence and meet new people.
You’ll be staying social and busy – good for your health!

Find the right volunteering role for you and start making a difference in your community.

Live volunteering opportunities

Customer Service Assistant

You will use your customer service skills to support the shop management team and help Shaw Trust deliver a successful community business, that raises much-needed funds for the charity. 

Stockroom Assistant

The Stockroom Assistant role is a great way to contribute to our charity at your own pace. We know that everyone has something to offer even if you have no retail experience.

Retail Volunteer

Whether you prefer to volunteer behind the scenes or in a customer-facing role, there’s plenty for you to get involved with.

Visual Merchandising Volunteer

As a Visual Merchandising Volunteer, you will help our shop look its best by creating fantastic displays. You will put your creativity to good use to make the most of our fantastic donations.

Retail Supervisor

As a retail supervisor volunteer, you will be supporting a local shop for a national charity that helps people facing disadvantage gain skills, find work, and take control of their futures.

Blog

Declutter with purpose: why donating beats selling every time

Online selling often yields little profit after hidden expenses. Alternatively, donating to Shaw Trust saves time, reduces landfill waste, and funds essential community programs for those seeking work.

‘Every gift tells a story’: our new campaign champions second-hand shopping this Christmas.

Shaw Trust charity retail expands with acquisition from Trussell

Our national charity shop network is growing with nine new shops in Wiltshire and Dorset.

Meet our volunteers

Shaw Trust currently has around 500 volunteers supporting in our mission to help individuals facing barriers to work and social inclusion to achieve their full potential.

Celebrating Volunteers’ Week

During Volunteers' Week, Shaw Trust celebrates the 500 volunteers who dedicate 100,000 hours annually across various areas, from employment support to retail. Their contributions directly strengthen communities and Shaw Trust’s mission.

Shaw Trust retail moves to pop-up in Bond Street!

Shaw Trust in Charity Super.Mkt! Shop pre-loved clothes in London & donate goods.