Starter Packs Glasgow
Rebuilding Lives with your Donations
Starter Packs Glasgow have been supporting individuals & families across Glasgow for over 24 years. We provide over 60 items in our packs such as crockery, kettle, toaster, pots, pans, bedding, towels, toiletries and cleaning products. They are available by referral to anybody experiencing poverty, often after being homeless, fleeing domestic situations, moving on from the forces, prison or care. Our packs empower people to build a new life with dignity, ease their financial burden & promote re-use.
STARER PACKS
Alleviating poverty, breaking the cycle of homelessness and supporting vulnerable people across Glasgow since 2000.
In 2025-26, we delivered 1559 starter packs of essential items to households across Glasgow. Supporting 2854 people (1995 adults and 859 children) settle into their new homes in our communities.
We couldn't do this without your support, so thank you for helping us to make a huge difference to the people starting over in the city.
1764
Starter Packs Delivered
1995
Adults Supported
859
Children Supported
STARTER PACKS
WHAT GOES INTO A STARTER PACK?
Duvet, pillows, covers, sheets, pillowcases and blankets. Kettle, toaster, a minimum of 4-place settings of crockery, cutlery, mugs, glasses, kitchen utensils, pots, pans and oven dishes. Tea towels and cloths. Storage containers. Bath towels, toiletries and cleaning products.
A voucher for our two magpie shops.
OUR SHOPS
MAGPIE'S EYE
The Magpie’s Eye is a vibrant charity shop in the heart of Govan, supporting the work of Starter Packs Glasgow.
Packed with vintage finds, clothing, books and homeware, there’s always something unique to discover.
Every purchase helps fund essential household packs for people across the city.
Pop in for a bargain, a browse, and a warm Govan welcome.
MAGPIE'S NEST
The Magpie’s Nest is a welcoming charity shop in Govan, supporting the work of Starter Packs Glasgow.
Offering a wide range of affordable clothing, homeware, toys and everyday essentials, it’s perfect for a great bargain.
Every purchase helps fund starter packs for people across Glasgow starting over.
Drop in for a browse, a bargain, and a friendly local atmosphere.
RECENT FEEDBACK
"I'M VERY HAPPY"
I'm very happy, everything was great and a big help to getting moved in! Thank you and I don't think anything else could have been included. All the stuff there was more thank enough I'm so grateful.
"EXCELLENT"
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