Big Give 2026: Give it, don't bin it!

Heading home for the summer or getting ready to graduate? Instead of throwing things away, you can make a real difference.

The SUBU Big Give 2026 is your chance to clear out your room and support people in need. Every year, students donate unwanted clothes, books, accessories, electricals, and even unopened food - helping charities while reducing waste and landfill.

Last year alone, the impact was huge:

  • Over 4,249 bags donated to the British Heart Foundation, which helped them raise more than £16,769
  • 341 bags collected by Prama Charity Shops, helping to raise around £4,700
  • Countless food donations supporting the SUBU Community Kitchen food bank.

This year, you can help make an even bigger difference.

Why take part?

Moving out often means throwing things away - but it doesn’t have to.

By donating through the Big Give, you will:

  • Support local charities and people who need it most
  • Reduce waste and help protect the environment
  • Make your move-out easier with convenient donation points.

When and where to donate

The Big Give 2026 runs across multiple locations to make donating as easy as possible. Please check the website for details on all collections:

  • On campus (Prama purple bins): 20 April – 28 August
  • Winton & Talbot Village street collections: 6 May – 8 July (weekly collections)
  • Halls of residence (British Heart Foundation red bins): 4 May – 14 September

Please check your nearest donation point and plan ahead before you move-out.

What can you donate?

You can give a wide range of items, including:

  • Clothes, shoes, and accessories
  • Books and household items
  • Bedding like duvets, pillows, and blankets
  • Small electricals and white goods
  • Bikes and laptops
  • Unopened, non-perishable food.

Not all locations accept every item, so be sure to check before you donate. Please Sort your items early and separate what can be donated.

Thank you in advance for your donations – let’s make this the best Big Give yet!