Each year at the Exclusively Show, a collection of generously donated exhibitor products is organised in support of exhibition’s partner charity – the Rainy Day Trust. In 2025, exhibitors contributed nine pallets of stock, valued at nearly £15,000. These donations make a meaningful impact, helping to power the Rainy Day Trust’s vital work and fundraising efforts.
Long-serving CEO Bryan Clover described the donations as
“Both remarkable and heart-warming”.
For the first time this year, Rainy Day Trust will be joining forced with In Kind Direct. Both charities sincerely appreciate every contribution and the industry’s ongoing commitment to its vital cause.
2026 Collection
The tradition of donation collection will continue at this year’s show. At the end of the show, rather than surplus stock going back in the van or being disposed of, it could go somewhere it can make a real difference. Our partner charities will be on the show floor across both days, and they'll make the whole thing as easy as possible by handling the logistics. Find out how to participate:
Step 1
Bring a sample of your donated products to the Press Office for a photocall on Wednesday at 08:45am.
Step 2
At the end of the show re-pack the products you wish to donate.
Step 3
Drop off the products at the Press Office.
Rainy Day Trust is the dedicated wellbeing charity for everyone working in the home improvement, DIY, housewares, and hardware trades. For 184 years they've been here for workers and their families, providing financial grants, mental health support, and practical help when life gets tough.
If you would like to discuss partnership opportunities for planned or surplus donations, please contact Roz Shabazz-Johnson at
In Kind Direct is the UK's leading product-giving charity, founded by HM King Charles III. They get donated products from businesses like yours directly to over 9,000 charities, foodbanks, schools, and community groups across the UK, helping nearly a million people every week.