Our Donation Scheme
We donate new and used binders to registered UK charities to help those in need.
For more information on how to donate your binder, or how to sign your UK charity organisation up to the scheme, see the drop down below.
Donation scheme FAQ's
What is the donation scheme?
What is the donation scheme?
At Spectrum Outfitters, we regularly donate unworn chest binders to our chosen charities who actively support people in our community. These charities make sure those binders make it to LGBTQIA+ people in need, who cannot afford a chest binder themselves.
The chest binder recycling scheme was set up in addition to the donations we already make, to allow our customers to re-home binders that are no longer needed by them.
What binders are accepted?
What binders are accepted?
What do we accept?
- New + used binders from reputable brands - they do not need to be Spectrum.
- Binders which are in a safe and usable condition.
- Binders which do not have hook and eye fastenings.
- Binders which do not lace up.
- Binders with a clear sizing label on; this does not matter for Spectrum Outfitters binders.
What do I need to do?
What do I need to do?
What should I do?
- Check your binder meets the criteria above.
- Wash your binder at the recommended guidelines.
- Post your chest binder to the address below, with a note of which charity you would like to donate to. You can also include your email address too, if you’d like to be notified when the donation has been made.
Spectrum Outfitters,
4 Argosy Court,
Scimitar Way,
Coventry
CV3 4GA
United Kingdom
4. Smile! You’ve given the gift of gender euphoria to someone in need and ensured your chest binder has not gone to waste.
What are Spectrums charity partners?
What are Spectrums charity partners?
Our charity Partners are all charity organisations which are based in the UK and offer support to LGBTQIA+ people in need. We make regular donations to our partners, in line with their needs and capacity for donations. You can view our Parners and the links to their own sites to read about the amazing work they all do down below.
Can my organisation become a partner?
Can my organisation become a partner?
If your organisation is:
- Based in the UK
- Is a registered charity
-Supports LGBTQIA+ people in need
Depending on our availability, we may be able to accept you as a charity partner and add you on to receive regular donations from us. To register your interest, scroll to the bottom of this page and fill in the form.
Discounts and other charity donations
Discounts and other charity donations
All registered charitities, not-for-profit and student organisations who can provide documentation to support this, are able to recieve a 10% discount on all orders placed with us. Please email us at info@spectrumoutfitters.co.uk with supporting documentation including information about the organisation and your registered organisation/charity number and certificate and we can arrange this for you.
We are not able to offer any donations to organisations outside of the UK. For all enquiries about donations within the UK please use the form at the bottom of this page.
Our Partners
Micro Rainbow
Micro Rainbow’s vision is to create a world where lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, gay, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI) people are safe, free from discrimination, persecution and have equal opportunities in life.To do this theyprovide safe housing, social inclusion, and moving on support to LGBTQI asylum seekers and refugees across the UK. They host social groups, organise artistic events, and facilitate access to employment, volunteering, training and education for LGBTQI refugees. They also research and better understand the specific issues faced by our community and make recommendations that improve their lives.
Abingdon Queer Action
Abingdon queer action are a queer and trans led collective in Abingdon, Oxfordshire who believe in community care, support and defence. While they are newly established, they have making a positive change in the community, especially for those who don’t have access to support andresources. For example, they run community pride events and support local queer youth access self defence to feel safer.
Warwickshire Pride
Warwickshire Pride is an LGBT+ charity working year round with the community. As well as an annual Pride festival, Warwickshire Pride runs support services and social activities all year round, with a focus on building and supporting communities, breaking down barriers to accessing services, and responding to the needs of LGBT+ people.
The OutHouse
The OutHouse is a registered charity, providing opportunities for LGBTQ+ people in Essex. Their mission is to develop and promote a sustainable, fair and equal society where all lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people can achieve their full potential.
Through their vast programme of services, including counselling, social events and support groups, they are committed to helping all members of our wonderful LGBTQ+ community.
G(end)er Swap
G(end)er Swap is the UK’s first style outreach organisation for Trans+ people via style workshops, pop-ups and digital resources that focus on DIY, craft and swapping as ways to build a gender affirming wardrobe.
Trans Pride Manchester
We are a collective operating within the Greater Manchester area. Alongside our summer Trans Pride events, which include a march, panel events and fairs, we work on community engagement throughout the year, supporting local groups and collaborating on local initiatives. We are also a proud member of the Trans Pride Collective.
Trade Health
Trade is a health and wellbeing charity, based in Leicester, and working across the East Midlands. They have more than 30 years’ experience of working to prevent HIV and improve sexual health, especially with the LGBTQ+ community. They draw on this experience to provide high quality health services and advice to the people who need it most.
The TIN Wardrobe helps to free gender expression by distributing free clothing to transgender, intersex and non-binary people across the UK.
Visit their website
Registering as a charity Partner
To register your interest to be one of our UK charity partners please fill in the form below and we will be in contact.
We can donate quarterly, or on request and interest in the programme is renewed each year so will contact our partners to confirm continued interest and capabilities for doantions. Just like all charities, we also offer our partners a 10% discount on any orders they place with us.
