Our Purpose
ACS was established to raise funds for the relief of poverty, oppression, and injustice as well as for the promotion of health, education and economic opportunity in the developing world with a special emphasis on Afghanistan.
What We Do
We specialise in selling high quality, recycled clothing, accessories & household items.
We also seek to encourage economic development in Afghanistan by creating sustainable outlets for ACS Artisans -- micro and cottage industries being developed in Afghanistan.
Our Impact Through Donations
Donations generously provided from within the UK are carefully selected for resale, benefiting both the local community and the charities ACS supports from the sales proceeds.
Our Shops
ACS's first shop was opened in Feltham in 2023 and we now have a total of 3 shops, which include Birmingham (2024) and Liverpool (2025). Come visit us!
Why Choose ACS?
In the past decade, the number of UK charity shops has grown enormously. Why then another? Here's what special about ACS:
Afghan is our speciality.
Fighting poverty.
Although Afghanistan is fast becoming an economic powerhouse, it remains a land of extremes with millions still impoverished. ACS's proceeds are concentrated among organisations operating in Afghanistan seeking to alleviate that remaining poverty.
Reuse = good.
Not recycling? The fact is reuse of clothing is good for our environment. According to the Charity Retail Association, charity shops save over 360,000 tonnes of textiles each year from their fate in a landfill and saves our environment from all that nasty CO2. So give your clothes a 2nd life and help the environment in the process.
Quality goods, affordable prices.
Who doesn't like a good deal? So come see our selection of clothing, leisure and entertainment goods.
Our Core Values
Compassion
We approach our work with empathy and a deep understanding of the needs of the communities we serve.
Integrity
We operate with transparency and accountability, ensuring that all our actions are ethical and responsible.
Sustainability
We focus on creating long-term solutions that empower communities to thrive independently.
Inclusivity
We embrace diversity and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Respect
We honor the culture, traditions, and dignity of every individual we interact with.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of partnership and work closely with communities and other organizations to achieve our goals.