Charity Champion or Volunteer of the Year nomination – Dougie Mac charity shop in Meir

Charity Champion or Volunteer of the Year nomination – Dougie Mac charity shop in Meir

A Stoke-on-Trent charity shop has been recognised for its staff and volunteers who go above and beyond to raise money for a good cause.

The Dougie Mac charity shop in Meir has been nominated in the Charity Champion or Volunteer category of the Your Heroes Awards.

Teresa Payne, who made the nomination, said: “100% respect for continuing to help raise money for an amazing cause.”

Liz Clarke, Head of Retail at the Dougie Mac, said: “We’re absolutely delighted that our Meir shop has been recognised by this Your Heroes nomination. Meir is one of our biggest and busiest shops, selling everything from clothing, accessories and homeware to larger furniture items including sofas, wardrobes, and beds.

“The team, made up of staff and volunteers, strive to ensure the shop is always well-stocked, clean and tidy so this is great recognition of their hard work and I’m really proud of them.

“Dougie Mac has 21 charity shops across the local area and they play a hugely important role in the hospice’s financial strength, generating more than £6 million of income to help pay for the specialist care services we offer to local adults, young adults and children facing life-limiting conditions.

“It’s the fantastic support from our local community that makes our shops so successful – every time you donate your preloved items to us or buy something from one of our shops, you’re making a difference and helping us to be there for local families when they need us.”