Garms-on-the-go: Pop-up charity shop for Addaction

Twenty three-year-old Londoner Lotti Blades-Barret is on a mission to raise money for the UK’s leading drug and alcohol treatment charity: Addaction. Having lost her father to an addiction-related illness six years ago, Lotti has decided to reach out and help others in need, whilst ensuring this important organisation gains the further recognition it deserves.

In November, Lotti will be travelling to Peru, where she intends to trek 100 miles in six days, across an extremely challenging, high-altitude terrain. In the meantime, she is compiling events to raise funds and collect donations for this great cause. The fundraising target is an impressive £4,000; with current donations totalling £1,000, she has made an encouraging start and continues to request the kind support of the public.

The upcoming event, Garms-on-the-go, is set to be a fantastic pop-up shop in Highgate, selling clothing donated from various individuals and companies. Specialising in vintage garments, the event will run for one day only (24 May) with the addition of live entertainment and delicious sweet treats! Lotti is hoping for as many contributions as possible, as well as an excellent turnout on the day.

Why not have an appropriate spring clean and discover some old hidden gems that could be donated to help raise money for Addaction, and in turn save people’s lives. For the shoppers out there, be sure to note this unmissable event in your diary and take the opportunity to purchase some lovely items.

Garms-on-the-go will take place on 24 May at The Boogaloo, Highgate, from 2:00pm-6:30pm.

Rebekah Absalom

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