A local business has held a Fashion Swap Fundraiser in aid of the Bath-based charity Developing Health & Independence (DHI).
The Marlin Communications team have been raising funds for DHI | Photo © DHI / Marlin Communications
DHI supports people with issues linked to homelessness, alcohol or drug use, and poor mental health to regain control of their life.
Marlin Communications partnered with the charity three years ago to support their work through a mix of staff fundraising and charity donations.
DHI developed the Fashion Swap Fundraiser which means people can fundraise and update their wardrobes at the same time.
The idea is simple, with people encouraged to invite over a group of friends, ask them to bring a couple of pre-loved items, enjoy a coffee or even a glass of wine, swap and choose clothes and make a donation to DHI. Any leftover clothes can be offered to DHI clients.
Paul Oaten, Marketing Manager, Marlin Communications said: “The event was great fun and a big success.
“Our colleagues from across the business had the chance to get together socially and raise some money to support the great work that DHI do.
“We also invited other businesses from the business park, a great opportunity to get to know our neighbours over a coffee and a sandwich!”
Katie Rawlings, Fundraiser, DHI, said: “Our hope is to encourage many people to hold an event at home or in their work place.
“Essentially it will be a really fun get together for friends, help to prevent clothes going into landfill (£140m worth of clothing each year) and will give people a much-needed lift. For more information go to www.dhi-online.org.uk.”
