Human Appeal has joined forces with Bag2Charity to launch a nationwide clothing donation campaign, running until July 2025. The initiative, part of Human Appeal’s ambitious £2.1 million Door2Door project, aims to provide much-needed clothing to vulnerable communities across the UK. The public is encouraged to donate all-season clothing they no longer need to support this vital cause.
According to a September 2024 report by Statista, 49% of UK households reported increased living costs compared to the previous month. Despite a slowing inflation rate, financial hardship continues to affect families, with many struggling to afford essentials like clothing. On average, UK households spend £920 annually on clothes—a cost that is now a luxury for many.
For the first time, Human Appeal is partnering with Bag2Charity, which collects and distributes clothing through its UK-wide network of shelters, charity shops, and community partners. This collaboration will ensure that donations reach those in need, relieving financial pressure on families across the country.
As part of the campaign, Bag2Charity is also organising school collections, donating a portion of proceeds raised to Human Appeal to support upcoming projects. Schools can book a collection at: https://bag2charity.co.uk/.
The following cities are participating in the campaign:
- St Albans
- Bradford
- Cambridge
- Derby
- Durham
- Doncaster
- Huddersfield
- Ripon
- Lincoln
- Leeds
- Manchester
- Salford
- Milton Keynes
- Newcastle
- Nottingham
- Oxford
- Sheffield
- Sunderland
- Wakefield
- York
To arrange a collection, visit: https://bag2charity.co.uk/.
Zaheer Khan, Director of Fundraising at Human Appeal, said: “Wrap Up is one of our biggest campaigns of the year, and in light of the rising rates of poverty in the UK, we have taken the decision to carry out a summer campaign to continue to support those in need for as long as possible. We’d like to extend our gratitude to our partner Bag2Charity for collecting, storing and distributing donations. Every year, we ask the public to donate their unwanted clothing to a worthy cause. We ask anyone with spare clothing to donate to someone in need.”
Jaye Onions, Integrated Communications Coordinator at Bag2Charity, commented: “Our goal is to work for a better world, which wouldn’t be possible without the support of our charity partners. By simplifying the process of donating to charities, it’s never been easier for the public to do good. This campaign with Human Appeal which will run until summer 2025 gives us all the opportunity to declutter and support those in need. We’re delighted to be working with a charity that shares our values and call on the public to get involved to support their local community.”
