Learning and networking

Special interest groups

We provide community and continuing professional development for charity retailers through a wide and varied programme of special interest groups, that is developing and growing all the time.

Special Interest Groups

Bringing together charity retailers in person and online twice a year to discuss and learn about key aspects of running a charity retail operation. Meetings are based in London, Birmingham and on Zoom.

Ecommerce

Join fellow charity retailers to share solutions and listen to experts so you can improve your online sales.

Go to Ecommerce Group page

Gift Aid

Check out when the next meeting is and what has recently been discussed.

Go to Gift Aid Group page

Health and Safety

If you are interested in learning more about health and safety in a charity retail context, then this group is for you.

Go to H&S Group page

Marketing

A group for those who want to learn more about social media use, visual merchandising, branding, campaigns and all things charity retail promotion!

Go to Marketing Group page

People Management

A community of supportive people-oriented peers with which to learn and share with on staff and volunteer issues.

Go to People Management Group page

Property

Charity retail has its own bespoke property issues and this dedicated group is here to help you with them.

Go to Property Group page

Stock and recycling

Join your fellow charity retailers to learn from experts and discuss issues around collections, acquisition and stock management.

Go to Stock Group page

Sustainability

Learn how charity retailers are tackling the climate crisis and reducing waste, and hear from expert speakers about innovations in this space.

Go to Sustainability Group page

Scotland

A learning and networking group for charities with shops in Scotland to discuss issues pertinent to the devolved nation.

Go to Scotland Group page