Help us provide goods to where they're needed most
What we do
We distribute new, usable consumer goods, donated by some of the UK’s best known manufacturers and retailers, to charities, not-for-profit organisations and social enterprises working in the UK and abroad.
We are a lifeline to thousands of charities helping vulnerable people across the UK, allowing them to spend more of their money on support, not supplies.
Who we help
Over 9,000 charities from every corner of the UK benefit from In Kind Direct’s service. Thanks to the product donations we receive, millions of people who would otherwise go without have access to life’s essentials. Our service is a lifeline to thousands of charities helping vulnerable people across the UK, allowing them to spend more of their money on support, not supplies.
Charities
It is a source of great pride for P&G that we are to support In Kind Direct and its charity network with our products
The ultimate guide to product giving
To help your company get started with product donations or take a more strategic approach to product giving , In Kind Direct and PwC have produced the first ever 'Strategic and Operational Guide to Product Giving'. Get in touch today to get your copy of this easy-to-use, step-by-step guide.
What do we need?
Charities, not-for-profit organisations and the people they support need everyday essentials to survive. You can donate any quantity, from a parcel or pallet to entire lorry loads. Get them to our warehouse – and out of yours.
Cleaning products
- Soap and shampoo
- Shaving kits
- Sanitary pads and tampons
- Toilet paper
- Toys and games
- Clothing
- Footwear
- Baby care
- Cleaning and laundry products
- Kitchenware
- Cookware and home ware
- Technological products including: IT, TV, hi-fi.
Which companies already donate?
We are so grateful to the generous individuals and organisations that make our work possible. Listed below are but a few of our brilliant sponsors, donors and patrons.
Amazon
Amazon donated £1.2 million worth of goods to In Kind Direct in 2017
VF Corporation
VF Corporation donated 113 pallets of high quality clothing and footwear in 2017
Asda
Asda has donated over £2.4 million worth of products to In Kind Direct since 2010
Kimberly-Clark
In 2017 1,153 charities benefited from products donated by Kimberly-Clark
Meyer Group
In 2017 Meyer Group donated 18 pallets of much-needed cookware to In Kind Direct charities
Beiersdorf
Toiletries donated by Beiersdorf benefited 948 charities in 2017
Products we can accept
End of lines
Obsoletes
Residuals
Slight seconds
Samples
Items in damaged packaging
Annual donations after stock take
Products we can't accept:
Second hand clothes
Out of date items
Spare product parts
Products that require chilling
Products that require freezing
If you’re unsure, either check our FAQs or get in touch and tell us what you can offer.
Take part in a challenge event
Help In Kind Direct raise precious funds to continue providing charities with the products they need. Whether you're a seasoned runner or cyclist, or a first-timer, sign up to one of our exciting challenge events!
Support In Kind Direct
If you are a manufacturer or retailer with goods to give, we need your help.
Call us on 0300 3020200 or email if you have any questions.
