Charity shop chain with over 400 shops to sell leftover Aldi Specialbuys in store
A CHARITY shop chain will be selling leftover Aldi middle aisle items in its stores.
The Salvation Army is stocking Aldi Specialbuys as part of a new two-year partnership with the supermarket.
Any leftover stock that Aldi hasn't managed to sell will be given to The Salvation Army to sell in its charity shops.
The profits will then go towards the charity's work to support vulnerable people and provide services for the homeless, elderly and struggling families.
Items usually sold as part of Aldi's Specialbuys include kitchen accessories, home furnishings, garden products and clothing.
They're usually found in Aldi's ever-popular middle aisle.
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You may have already spotted the Aldi products in Salvation Army shops thanks to a one-year trial partnership that has been taking place.
However, the companies have confirmed they are beginning a two-year-long partnership starting now.
Luke Emery, Aldi's national sustainability director, said: "We're committed to doing all that we can to support our local communities and it's great to be able to support The Salvation Army stock their stores.
"We know the profits raised will provide vital funds for the charity to continue its ongoing work to support those who need it most across the country."
Meanwhile The Salvation Army said the partnership would help provide a "vital funding source" for the charity.
Aldi also has other charity initiatives, including providing surplus food from its stores to hundreds of charities across the country.
It launched the food donation scheme with Neighbourly in 2019.
Since then it has donated more than 40 million meals to local communities.
Where can I find a Salvation Army store?
The Salvation Army has more than 400 charity shops across the UK.
Its outlets offer a range of clothes, shoes, handbags, kitchenware and home items.
Some of its larger superstores and donation centres also stock furniture.
To find your nearest Salvation Army shop, you can use the store locator here.
What you need to know about Aldi Specialbuys
Aldi's Specialbuys can only be found in-store and they're usually available for a limited time.
They include everything from "DIY, kitchenware, garden furniture to sports, camping and everything in between", according to Aldi.
You'll find them in the discount supermarket's famous middle aisle.
Shoppers can either browse the selection in-store or they can browse Aldi's digital leaflet or sign up to its email list for exclusive sneak previews of what is to come.
New Specialbuys are brought in every Thursday and Sunday.
To find your nearest Aldi, you can use the store locator here.
One of the most exciting Specialbuy drops coming up is the return of Aldi's sell-out rattan furniture.
The supermarket is bringing back its budget-friendly furniture range from April 27.
The range includes the hugely popular Rattan Corner Sofa, which will be selling for £199.99.
Other products launching on that date include:
- Rattan Bar Trolley - £79.99
- Acacia Wooden Day Bed - £199.99
- Melbourne Coffee Set - £99.99
- Grill Gazebo - £79.99
- 4-Burner Gas BBQ - £199.99
- Gas Pizza Oven - £29.99
If you can't wait to get your hands on garden items, there is a Specialbuys range out now that might take your fancy.
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The current garden range starts at just £2.99, and includes items such as the £29.99 Natural Potting Bench.
Other items on sale include the Whiskey Barrel Planter and the Wooden Mini Greenhouse.
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