26th Apr 2025
However much we might want to give to charity, often it’s just not possible to sign up and commit to a direct debit every month. So, how can we do good and help out charitable causes when we haven’t got that much money to spare ourselves? Luckily, there are a few ways you can incorporate…
21st Nov 2024
Christmas will be coming early for one lucky Omaze Million Pound House Draw winner. The incredible prize is an enchanting house in the Lake District worth a whopping £4,000,000, plus £250,000 cash to settle in! And because Omaze is a social impact company, every entry also supports their charity partner, Age UK. Here’s how to…
9th Dec 2021
Like many people today, we’re huge fans of charity shopping. It’s a terrific way to browse a staggeringly varied and unusual range of clothing and goods super cheap while knowing you’re helping those in need. And with an estimated 4m children in the UK growing up in poverty, winter is set to be very difficult for many families. Worse than ever this year, rising rent, food and energy prices will be felt most in poorer households.
1st Aug 2020
In a recent survey, one in ten Britons admitted to selling-on charity shop items for a profit. The average profit made per sale was £10.50. If you’re interested in making a profit selling on charity shop items but are not sure where to start, we’ve put together this handy guide for you to read so…
4th Apr 2017
It should be easy to make money for charity if you’re under 18. But saving up £3,000 to go on your charity gap year project can be a real challenge. Here are some ideas of how to raise considerable amounts of money for charity to help you help others. Busk for charity Sell things for…
12th Oct 2012
Updated: 5/01/2012 In an ideal world all of us want to be able to give money to charity, but when times are tight it’s not always possible. But what if you could help out a worthwhile cause as you spend, no matter what you’re buying, and with no extra effort? That’s what charity credit cards…
16th Feb 2026
Sponsored by HUSMUS May 1st, 2026 marks the biggest shift in renting since 1988. The Renters’ Rights Act comes into force, fundamentally rebalancing a system that’s left millions of tenants feeling powerless. No-fault evictions disappear. Rent increase challenges become real. Discrimination gets banned. Advance rent demands get capped. But your new rights only help if…
10th Feb 2026
Millions of people rely on Universal Credit and disability benefits to get by — but major welfare reforms and controversial “fit to work” assessments are raising fears that support for vulnerable claimants could be reduced or harder to access. The Government says the reforms are designed to modernise the welfare system and encourage employment. But…
9th Feb 2026
The Best Deals And Offers Right Now Deal of the Week – PURPL Discounts for the disabled Purpl is the UK’s first money-saving platform designed to help people with disabilities or long-term health conditions reduce everyday costs. Founded by Georgina Colman, who has multiple sclerosis and ADHD, Purpl offers exclusive discounts from brands including Morrisons, EDF Energy, Hoover,…
2nd Feb 2026
Trainers are no longer just footwear — they’ve become a cultural phenomenon, a style statement, and even a potential alternative investment. Limited-edition releases, nostalgic retros, and hyped collaborations have turned collectible sneakers into a profitable asset class. From high-fashion collabs to iconic sportswear releases, rare kicks can sell for hundreds, thousands, or even tens of…
13th Jan 2026
Let’s be upfront, because you know I always am: switching your bank account for a cash bonus can be a bit of a faff. There are forms to fill in, conditions to meet, deadlines to remember, and that low-level anxiety that something might go wrong with your bills. However — and this is the important…
8th Jan 2026
Practical advice, urgent support, and friendly help to get you through the winter months. Winter can be an especially tough time for pensioners. Rising energy bills, the cost of heating your home, and everyday expenses can quickly overwhelm even a carefully budgeted income. Recent cuts to some grants and benefits have only made this harder…
