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It can be as big or as small as you want. It may be for your section, your Group, Scouts in your local area or your wider community.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ENext, decide how you\u2019ll organise the swap shop. Here are some questions to help you plan.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli style=\u0022list-style-type: none;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWhat will people swap? If it\u0027s for Scouts, will it be for just uniform and clothing? Or will there be other useful kit or equipment too?\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDo you want people to drop off items in advance, or bring them on the day? If collecting in advance, there are ideas of things to consider this page. \u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWill you charge for entry? Will items be free or will people pay? We\u2019d recommend charging no more than \u00A35 entry, or \u00A31 per item. \u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDo you want people just to bring any unwanted items and take what they want, or would you prefer a system? You could put a cap on how many items people bring or take, or ask people to only take the same number of items that they\u0027ve donated. If you want to use a token system, you can find some ideas under \u0027using a token system\u0027 on this page.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWhat will you do with any leftover items?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Col start=\u00224\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ENow, plan where you\u2019ll hold your swap shop. This could be a local Scout building, your current meeting place, a community centre, a leisure centre, or somewhere else in your area. Think about how you\u2019ll display and organise your items. Where has enough space, and will be accessible?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDecide when you want to run your event.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThink about what help you might need planning your event, and on the day. The size of the event is up to you. It could just be for your Scout group, for any local Scouts, or you could run something for your wider community. You may need parents and carers or volunteers to help.\u0026nbsp;If you\u2019re organising a bigger event, you might want to have specific roles or teams \u2013 you can find some ideas on this page. \u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDecide what items can be donated and put together some donation guidelines, such as making sure all items are clean, dry and in good condition. You can find more ideas under \u0027creating donation guidelines\u0027 on this page.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""}]}],"config":null},{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch4\u003EPromote your event\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYou could promote the event on social media, through local Scout groups, and via posters or leaflets.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYou\u0027ll want to start advertising early, to give people lots of time to sort through any donations they might have.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMake sure you tell people where and when the event is, what they can and can\u2019t donate, and where to take donations and when.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf you\u0027re running this event with the public or parents and carers, you could take the opportunity to tell people about Scouts, share leaflets or tell people ways they might be able to help as a volunteer.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch4\u003EOn the day\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are some tips for running your event on the day:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOrganise your items so they\u2019re easy for people to handle and so it\u2019s easy for people to get around the space.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf you\u0027re running a bigger event, you could create a \u2018return zone\u2019 for unwanted items that people pick up, then decide they don\u2019t need, so the items can be put back on display.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHave a person or team at the entrance, to welcome people to your event and explain any system or guidelines in place. They can hand out and collect any tokens, and collect any entrance fees.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEncourage browsing and having fun! People can be nervous at first, but once people start browsing, they can quickly get into the spirit of the swap. \u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf people are bringing and selling items on the day, you might want to make sure they take anything they have not sold or swapped away with them.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThink about if you want a way to capture any feedback or ideas from people who come along, about what went well, what they found helpful and anything that could be improved or developed if you run something similar again.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch4\u003EAfter the event\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou\u0027ll need to decide what to do with any leftover items. Here are some ideas for how to donate, reuse or recycle:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EStore the items safely, for a future event.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOffer them to another Scout group.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESet up a page on \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.grownoutofit.co.uk/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Grown Out of It website\u0022\u003EGrown Out of It\u003C/a\u003E as a way for people to keep sharing and swapping pre-loved uniform or kit.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDonate items to a charity shop, or find a local collection point on the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.recyclenow.com/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Recycle Now website\u0022\u003ERecycle Now website\u003C/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESet up a kit library with any leftover equipment.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you\u2019ve items of clothing that aren\u0027t re-usable, consider clothing recycling points that include a textile shredding service.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""}]}],"config":null},{"type":"fullWidth","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EIf you\u0027re wanting to help people get the kit they need for a camp, trip or expedition, you might want to set up a kit library instead of a swapping event. People might not have items to donate, but they might have items they\u2019d be happy to lend to others.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor a kit library, you\u2019d gather or ask for donations for some shared Scout-owned equipment, such as sleeping bags, that people can borrow for a certain period.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThink about how people can find out about the kit library and what\u0027s available. If you\u0027ve got a Scout website, you could list the items on there.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou\u2019d need someone, or a group of people, to help maintain the equipment, and to check the equipment in and out.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou might want to create some guidelines about how to safely use and take care of the kit, and making sure to return it in good condition.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou could still run a face-to-face event, as a lending day. It could be a great opportunity for older Scouts to share their experience with younger Scouts. They could explain the different kit items and their stories of being used, and how to take care of them. \u00A0\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Setting up a kit library"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EHere are some things to consider if you\u2019re collecting items in advance of the event.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYou\u2019ll need to think about where and when items can be dropped off, if you\u2019ll offer item collection and if there\u2019s a deadline.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYou\u2019ll also need to think about storage, especially if you\u0027re using a shared venue. If you\u2019re not storing the items at the same place you\u2019re holding your swap, think about how items will be transported to and from the event too.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYou could ask people to organise their donations by size and to include any old hangers if possible.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf you\u2019re using a token system, you\u2019ll need to make sure you\u2019ve got this ready in advance of any donations, so when someone drops their items off, they can be given the relevant number of tokens. \u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Collecting items in advance"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EYou might want to think about having a token system, especially if you\u0027re organising a larger event.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou could give people tokens according to the number of items they\u0027ve donated. One token can then be exchanged for one item.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThink about if you\u0027ll have items of very different values - for example, a woggle versus a tent or sleeping bag.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDifferent items could be worth different amounts of tokens, or, you could use different coloured tokens based on the value of the item. Poker chips work well for this.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou\u0027ll need to make sure people know what they can get with their tokens. You could display a list, or use labels or stickers.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Using a token system"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EYou may want to delegate a list of tasks or roles, so everyone knows what they\u2019re doing to help set up and run the event.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor example, you may want someone to collect and manage donations before the event, someone to promote the event by making posters or on social media, and someone to book a venue. On the day, you might want people to help manage crowds, take any payments, or to help organise and display items.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you\u2019re organising a bigger event, you might want to have specific roles or teams. Here are some ideas:\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEvent Coordinators \u0026nbsp;- To oversee the event and support everyone involved.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EClothes Coordinators - To collect, check and organise donations.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELogistics Coordinators - To book an appropriate venue, and organise the space.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPublicity Coordinators - To promote the event.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou might also want people to capture the event \u2013 for example, taking photos, video or getting thoughts from people. \u0026nbsp;This will help you share your story with others, and encourage others to run their own swap shops, meaning you\u2019ll have a bigger impact. \u0026nbsp;Find guidance on \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safeguarding-in-the-programme/recording-at-scout-events/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Recording at Scout events\u0022\u003Ephotography and video recording at Scout events\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Roles or teams for your swap shop"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EHere are some things to consider, when putting together your donation guidelines.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBe clear about what items you can and can\u0027t accept.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOften due to safety regulations, there are several items you may want to avoid, such as electronics, soft toys without the CE label, safety equipment and so on. You could use this \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.coop.co.uk/insurance/articles/the-charity-shop-checklist-what-can-and-cant-you-donate\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Charity shop donation checklist on the Co-op Insurance website\u0022\u003ECo-op charity shop donations guide\u003C/a\u003E to help you decide what you want to swap.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELet people know what age ranges the items should be suitable for.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELet people know what condition items should be in. 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