THE boss of a local Aberdeen charity has been left “extremely frustrated” after finding out people have been reselling their stock at inflated prices – at a time when their income has dipped by 70%.
Charlie House was saddened to learn that people have been buying its bespoke Jellycat mascot Charlie Dog and then selling it on at a much greater price.
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It comes at a time when the charity has seen a 84% increase in the request for support but a 70% decline in income year on year.
Chief executive, Louise Andrew, said: “While we recognise that this behaviour isn’t illegal it is extremely frustrating for us.
“Covid-19 restrictions have severely impacted our ability to fundraise and our income has fallen by 70% this year so it is really important that we maximise sales through our online shop.
“If you love Charlie Dog as much as we do please buy him direct from us or our fantastic partner/corporate distributors and help us continue our vital work supporting babies and children with complex disabilities and life-limiting conditions and their families.
“We would ask people not to resell merchandise at significantly inflated prices for personal gain as this diverts much needed funds away from our charitable work.”
Established in 2011, the charity supports families with children who have disabilities and life-limiting conditions.
Their projects and activities help families gain confidence, engage socially, meet others in a similar situation and receive emotional and practical support when they need it the most.
