A Good Thing is an award-winning non-profit online platform that matches wonderful UK charities with organisations that have things to donate: helping charities while providing organisations with an ethical means of disposing of unwanted goods.

Literally anything can be given away to charities via A Good Thing. All sorts of weird and wonderful items have been already saved from landfill via the platform – from theatre props, T shirts and stationery to aluminium cans, laptops and candles.

Umbrellas have gone to a charity supporting people with complex mental health needs. Greetings cards have gone to a project for women in prison. Gorgeous organic blankets have gone to vulnerable new mums. Furniture and paint have gone to a community space. Babygro's have gone to families of people affected by substance misuse. Bamboo poles have gone to a beautiful community garden.

It takes just 30 seconds to create an account at www.agoodthing.org.uk/signup, and then a charity will begin receiving email alerts about free items nearby.

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We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Carers Support Fund 2026–29, following Welsh Government’s commitment to continue funding this vital programme.

 This is a fantastic opportunity for organisations who support unpaid carers to help make a real difference to those facing financial hardship.

What’s on offer?

• Funding available: approx. £1.5m
• Minimum grant size: £20,000
• Open to current and new delivery partners
• Application deadline: 10am, [23 March 2026]
• Two online Q&A sessions for guidance

Programme aims:

• Increase access to income maximisation support for unpaid carers
• Provide flexible cost-of-living advice and support
• Offer direct financial assistance to adult and young carers in hardship

Expected outcomes:

• Carers supported to meet immediate cost-of-living challenges
• Improved access to financial advice and support
• Better mental wellbeing for carers
• Increased opportunities to maximise income

 Important note:
At least 20% of your requested budget must be allocated to income maximisation services.

 Next steps:

• Read the guidance and budget documents
• Complete and return the application form by 10am, 23 March 2026
• Register for a Q&A session:

 2–3pm Tuesday 24 February 2026

10–11am Wednesday 4 March 2026

Email csfw@carers.org with your name, organisation, and email, indicating the meeting you would like to attend, to receive the meeting link.

 For any other queries, please contact csfw@carers.org