Donate
Ways to Donate
As a charity we operate based on the kindness and support of people just like you. Whether it’s used items or money, anything you can offer is much appreciated.
We accept donations in multiple formats illustrated here.
If you have any questions on how you can donate then please don’t hesitate to contact us and we can advise you on how best to move forward.
We appreciate all contributions, large and small, and thank you for your kindness and generosity.
Cash
If you prefer, you can stop by our office and make a donation in person. Please contact us prior to your office visit to ensure a member of the team is available to greet you.
SMS
You can also donate via SMS. Simply text LOVEAMELIA to 70085 to donate £5
Online
We accept donations via our Enthuse Page, JustGiving or Paypal. Donating money can help us buy essential items for families in need in our area.
Items
We accept new and pre-loved items and gift them to families who need them most. As a small charity we are unable to offer a collection service but there is parking available outside our building and a member of the team will be happy to help you unload and carry items from your car. Please see the list of items we can and can’t accept before making your donation.
Accepted Items
Premature baby to 16 years old suitable for boys and girls
Books – no tears or writing on pages
Toys – all parts must be in good order
Puzzles – all pieces to be included
Small stuffed toys / teddies
Play mats and play gyms
Bouncers and rockers
Moses basket and stands
Cots and cot beds – no mattresses
Travel Cots
Bedding – blankets, sheets, duvets and covers suitable for cots / cot beds
Bottles and teats – must be in unopened and sterile packaging
Children’s drinking cups – unused
Children’s plates, bowls and cutlery – unused
Baby baths and bath supports
Changing mats
Changing bags
Overnight / hospital bags
Prams and pushchairs
High chairs
Slings / baby carriers
Stair gates – pressure fit only
Sterilisers – microwave or cold water only
Child:
Nappies and nappy bags
Wipes
Bubble bath
Baby soap
Baby Lotion
Baby Oil
Shampoo / Conditioner
Nappy cream
Talcum powder
Tooth brushes
Toothpaste
Adult:
Maternity pads
Nursing pads
Hygiene wipes
Shampoo / Conditioner
Toothbrush and Toothpaste
Maternity Clothes
Breast pads – new & unopened only
Maternity Pads – new & unopened only
New Mum toiletries – new & unopened only
Unable to Accept Items
Large toys
Bicycles & scooters
Outdoor toys (slides / swingsets)
Used mattresses
Bed guards / bumpers
Cot mobiles
Used breast-pumps
Used bottles & teats
Used dummies
Baby monitors
Car seats
Door bouncers
Electrical items
Baby nests
We can’t accept any toiletries which have been opened or have damaged packaging
Used potties & toilet seats
Nappy bins
We do not accept any furniture
Nursery décor – pictures, lights, curtains
Baby advice / pregnancy books
Used toiletries
Breast pumps
Our Monthly Wishlist
Every month our wishlist is updated with the items that we’re actively looking to receive to help us restock our shelves and fulfil referral requests. Please consider our wishlist before attempting to donate. In order to view our desired items then please navigate to our wishlist page!
We schedule donation days 2-3 times a month, if you’d like to donate any of the items on our current wishlist then please attend one of the donation days or visit us at one of our collection points – we’d really appreciate your support!
Our Fundraising Commitment
Love, Amelia is committed to upholding high standards of fundraising practice and acting with integrity. We are registered with The Fundraising Regulator and make a commitment to our funders, supporters, donors and the wider public to fundraise with integrity.
Those who register with the regulator agree to ensure their fundraising is legal, open, honest and respectful. The standards for fundraising are set out in the Code of Fundraising Practice.
We will commit to high standards
- We will adhere to the Fundraising Code of Practice.
- We will monitor fundraisers, volunteers and third parties working with us to raise funds, to ensure that they comply with the Code of Fundraising Practice and with this Promise.
- We will comply with the law as it applies to charities and fundraising.
- We will display the Fundraising Regulator badge on our fundraising material to show we are committed to good practice.
We will be clear, honest and open
- We will tell the truth and we will not exaggerate.
- We will do what we say we are going to do with donations we receive.
- We will be clear about who we are and what we do.
- We will give a clear explanation of how you can make a gift and change a regular donation.
- Where we ask a third party to fundraise on our behalf, we will make this relationship and the financial arrangement transparent.
- We will be able to explain our fundraising costs and show how they are in the best interests of our cause if challenged.
- We will ensure our complaints process is clear and easily accessible.
- We will provide clear and evidence-based reasons for our decisions on complaints.
We will be respectful
- We will respect your rights and privacy.
- We will not put undue pressure on you to make a gift. If you do not want to give or wish to cease giving, we will respect your decision.
- We will have a procedure for dealing with people in vulnerable circumstances and it will be available on request.
- Where the law requires, we will get your consent before we contact you to fundraise.
- If you tell us that you don’t want us to contact you in a particular way we will not do so. We will work with the Telephone, Mail and Fundraising Preference Services to ensure that those who choose not to receive specific types of communication don’t have to.
We will be fair and reasonable
- We will treat donors and the public fairly, showing sensitivity and adapting our approach depending on your needs.
- We will take care not to use any images or words that intentionally cause distress or anxiety.
- We will take care not to cause nuisance or disruption to the public.
We will be accountable and responsible
- We will manage our resources responsibly and consider the impact of our fundraising on our donors, supporters and the wider public.
- If you are unhappy with anything we’ve done whilst fundraising, you can contact us to make a complaint. We will listen to feedback and respond appropriately to compliments and criticism we receive.
- We will have a complaints procedure, a copy of which will be available on our website or available on request.
- Our complaints procedure will let you know how to contact the Fundraising Regulator in the event that you feel our response is unsatisfactory.
- We will monitor and record the number of complaints we receive each year and share this data with the Fundraising Regulator on request.