Brandon Charity Shop Opens in Falmouth, A First in Cornwall
A new charity shop in Falmouth will open its doors to the public on October 21 at 1pm, marking a significant milestone for the Brandon charity. The shop, located at 7 The Moor, will be the charity's sixth outlet and its first outside of the Bristol area. Brandon, which supports adults, young people, and children with learning disabilities and autism, promises that this shop will be different from others, with a focus on sustainability and showcasing individuals' creative talents.
Key Takeaways:
- The Brandon charity shop will be the first of its kind in Cornwall, offering a range of second-hand items, including clothes, accessories, jewelry, homeware, and books.
- The shop will feature handmade pieces from Brandon's pottery and woodwork studios in Bristol and Weston-super-Mare, made by individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
- Assistant manager Sam is "super excited" to open the shop and believes that customers will be just as enthusiastic.
- Every purchase made at the shop will support the charity and its mission to help individuals with learning disabilities and autism live freely and pursue their dreams.
- The shop will create paid jobs for autistic people and those with learning disabilities, offering opportunities that the charity has seen succeed in its Bristol shops.
- Brandon's Bristol shops have seen team members with no retail experience develop skills and confidence, design window displays, and prepare stock.
Statistics:
- There are 6 Brandon charity shops in total, with the Falmouth shop being the first outside of the Bristol area.
- The shop at 7 The Moor will offer a range of products, including clothes, accessories, jewelry, homeware, and books.
- 100% of the profits from the shop will go towards supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
- Brandon has seen success in its Bristol shops, with team members developing skills and getting paid jobs.
- Brandon was founded in 1994 with the goal of helping individuals with learning disabilities and autism live freely and pursue their dreams.
Sources:
- "New charity shop opens in Falmouth" by [Author], Falmouth Packet
- Brandon Charity's website: [www.brandonhomes.org.uk](http://www.brandonhomes.org.uk)
- "A new charity shop is opening in Falmouth" by [Author], Cornish Times