Donate Don't Discount

For the second year, The Monkey Puzzle Tree are working with charity Homeless Street Angels this Black Friday weekend to help those in need by donating 20% of their website takings to the charity instead of discounting their luxury homewares.
 

Founder of The Monkey Puzzle Tree Charlotte Raffo says:

'This year has been hard for everyone, and with the second lockdown this winter is going to be particularly difficult for the homeless and those in need. We want to reclaim Black Friday to donate rather than discount. Our customers have beautiful homes and we know that they will jump at the chance to help those less fortunate.

Buying a beautiful lampshade or cushion for yourself or as a Christmas present will create a lasting statement in your home whilst supporting an independent business as well as the local mills and artists we work with.'
Charity Homeless Street Angels first came to The Monkey Puzzle Tree founder Charlotte Raffo's attention after she read how they had turned around the life of a former rough sleeper, enabling him to find work and apply for a place at University.

As well as handing out hot meals and toiletries to those on the streets, the charity also supplies food parcels to families in need and those who are isolating. Help is provided for rehousing and furnishing new homes, as well as support with life skills.

This year donations are needed more than ever as the charity is unable to host regular fundraising events due to social distancing rules.
The Monkey Puzzle Tree will be donating 20% of their website takings to charity Homeless Street Angels from Friday 27th November to midnight on Monday 30th November.

About The Monkey Puzzle Tree
From real cork wallpaper to secretly naughty lace, The Monkey Puzzle Tree collaborates with artists in the North of England to create fabrics and wallpapers with a twist and a conscience.

The Monkey Puzzle Tree aims to support local communities and minimise the environmental impact of their designs. Artists are paid generous royalties to help them continue with their creative work and all products are made to the highest standards by English manufacturers within 150 miles of their Leeds studio.

About Homeless Street Angels
Homeless Street Angels are a young charity with a hands on approach that has already made a difference. 

They believe that homeless and marginalised individuals are capable of change and will only achieve their full potential when offered a safe, supportive, empowering and non-judgemental environment – it is their vision to provide such an environment and meaningful activities which will help reverse the spiral of homelessness.

Registered Charity number 1185876