Every act of generosity
helps a family start again.
Whether you give money, donate household items, or support us as a business - every contribution goes directly towards helping families in Wolverhampton who have fled domestic abuse and have nothing to start with.
The scale of the problem
Choose how you want to help
There is no minimum and no maximum. Every pound and every item makes a real difference to a real family.
Donate money
A financial donation allows us to fill gaps in our stock, cover collection and delivery costs, and keep the organisation running. Every pound goes directly to supporting families - we have no paid staff and minimal overheads.
You can donate directly through our Crowdfunder page - every pound goes straight to supporting families.
Donate now →Donate household items
Donated items are the lifeblood of what we do. If you have furniture, bedding, kitchen goods, clothing, or household essentials that are in good condition and no longer needed, we would love to take them off your hands and put them to immediate use.
We collect from Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, or you can drop items off directly. Get in touch to arrange.
Arrange a donation →Business or corporate donation
We work with businesses of all sizes who want to support the local community. Whether it is a one-off donation, regular giving, surplus stock clearance, or a staff fundraising initiative, we welcome all business support.
We can provide a letter of thanks, a CSR certificate, and social media recognition for business donors.
Get in touch →What your donation provides
We keep our costs as low as possible so that every pound goes as far as it can. Here is what different amounts can provide for a family starting over.
What we accept
We accept a wide range of good-condition household items. Everything must be clean, in working order, and ready to use.
Real items donated to SAOK and redistributed to families across Wolverhampton.
✓ We do accept
- Beds, mattresses, and bed frames
- Sofas, armchairs, and dining sets
- Wardrobes, chests of drawers, shelving
- Duvets, pillows, and bedding
- Towels and bathroom essentials
- Pots, pans, plates, cutlery, and kitchen goods
- Clothing for adults and children (all sizes)
- Toiletries and personal care items
- Children's toys, books, and games
- Cleaning products and household supplies
- Small kitchen appliances in working order
✗ We cannot accept
- Items that are damaged, broken, or heavily worn
- Items with stains, tears, or strong odours
- Mattresses without a fire safety label
- Electrical items that are not in working order
- Gas appliances of any kind
- Items that have not been cleaned
- Baby car seats (for safety reasons)
- Medication or medical equipment
A simple rule of thumb
If you would be happy giving the item to a friend or family member, we would be happy to receive it. If you would not, please consider disposing of it responsibly rather than donating it.
How to get items to us
Get in touch
Contact us via our contact page and let us know what items you have. Include a brief description and, if possible, a photo so we can confirm we can take them.
We arrange collection or drop-off
We will arrange a convenient time to collect from your home, workplace, or business. Alternatively, you are welcome to drop items directly to one of our storage units - we will confirm the address when you get in touch.
We check and store your items
Every donated item is checked to make sure it is clean and in good condition before being stored and prepared for delivery to families.
Your items reach a family
When a referral comes in, your donated items are matched to a family's needs and delivered to their new home - sometimes within hours. Your generosity makes a direct, immediate difference.
Partner with us
We welcome support from businesses of all sizes. Whether you have surplus stock to clear, want to engage your team in a volunteering day, or are looking for a local charity to support as part of your CSR programme - we would love to hear from you.
Surplus stock clearance
Hotels, retailers, and manufacturers regularly refurbish or clear stock. We can collect good-condition items quickly and put them straight to use.
Staff fundraising
Set up a workplace giving scheme, a dress-down day, or a team fundraising challenge. We will provide everything you need to make it a success.
CSR & reporting
We provide a letter of thanks, a verified certificate, and impact reporting so you can include your support in your CSR and sustainability reports.