Having a clear out ahead of the New Year? Perhaps you’ve received an unwanted gift for Christmas or you’re looking to declutter ready for a fresh start to 2025.
 
Local charity Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland has issued an urgent appeal for donations of any good quality, saleable stock including clothing, bric-a-brac, books and furniture to their local Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland charity shop.
 
Donors can take pride in the knowledge that all money raised from the sale of goods donated is used to support local, vulnerable older people in the community through services such as befriending for the lonely and isolated, information and advice for those struggling to pay their bills and respite services to support older carers.
 
Anthony Donovan, Executive Director of Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland commented: “We are a lifeline for many vulnerable older people and a source of support for not only them but their families too. By donating your pre-loved items, now and on a regular basis, you’re helping us to raise the funds to provide vital services in the local community.”

The charity currently has 27 charity shops across Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland. A full list of their shops and their opening times can be found via: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/leics/shops/. They also offer collection of bulk donations and large furniture and this can be arranged by calling 0116 299 2233.