Well, let’s see. Technology, social media, apps, ordering online … the list goes on.
To begin with, and as mentioned before, charities are becoming more aware of identifying collectables, designer goods and costing these accordingly. Charity shops are becoming more boutique-like, which makes them more appealing.
Oxfam has a superstore, a plush store at Oxford Business Park North in Oxford. They specialise in furniture, handcrafted gifts and homeware. It even has a cafe. Charities have set up shops on eBay, have websites and advertise on social media such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter. These avenues provide nationwide coverage for designer or sale announcements. We could also call it marketing to sell and make profit for the cause.
Did you know that the eBay app can be used to scan an original barcode to find what a product is worth? This is great as you can then resell for a higher value and earn money yourself.