ECCO Environmental Charity · Since 1995
Helping people.
Reducing waste.
ECCO is an environmental charity based in Harlow, supporting local people and projects since 1995. Through our three reuse shops, we give donated furniture and household goods a second life, making them affordable for others while reducing waste. We also fund local work, from outdoor learning in schools to growing projects and support for families facing hardship.
01 · Reuse
Visit our shops
Find furniture, household goods, books and more in our Harlow, Bishop’s Stortford and Epping shops.
02 · Donate
Donate your unwanted items
We welcome good-quality items you no longer need. Drop them into a shop, or book a free collection for large furniture.
03 · Support
Apply for funding
We offer grants for environmental projects, local community groups, support for people in hardship and outdoor learning in primary schools.
Our impact
What we’ve been doing
Here are a few examples of the work your donations and purchases help us support.
Outdoor learning
We help schools give children more time outdoors, learning about plants, wildlife and the world around them.
Harlow Foodbank
Together with our customers, we’ve donated £10,000 to Harlow Foodbank. We match the money raised from donated DVDs, CDs and records.
Sunset Sessions
We organise Sunset Sessions, a free live music festival in Harlow Town Park, with local musicians and established bands.
Managed by ECCO
Have you heard about The Green Lottery?
The Green Lottery gives UK residents aged 18 and over the chance to win cash while helping fund environmental and community projects. Draws take place every two weeks.
After prizes and essential running costs, proceeds help support the work of ECCO’s Environmental Fund.
18+ · UK residents only · T&Cs apply · Play responsibly.
Our story
About ECCO
ECCO started in Harlow in 1995. We help people find affordable furniture and household goods, keep reusable items out of waste, and fund projects in our local area.
Our time at Parndon Wood
For over a decade, ECCO managed and funded Parndon Wood Nature Reserve, helping schools and families enjoy outdoor learning, wildlife and seasonal activities.
We still support schools and projects that help people spend time outdoors.
In the news
Read the latest coverage from Your Harlow, including news about the lottery and ECCO’s work in the community.
Your Harlow · 4 November 2026 · Lottery
ECCO’s Green Lottery first draw this Friday
Coverage ahead of the first draw, explaining the lottery’s purpose and how people can take part.
Your Harlow · 19 August 2026 · Music
ECCO’s Sunset Sessions raise over £2,000 for Raising for Ross and Keech Hospice
A look back at the sold-out charity event at The Gate in Sawbridgeworth.
Your Harlow · 31 December 2025 · Community
ECCO Charity raise £10,000 for Harlow Foodbank over the past three years
Coverage of fundraising by ECCO and its customers in support of Harlow Foodbank.
Make a difference today
Having a clear-out?
You can drop donations into any of our shops without booking. For a free collection of large furniture, WhatsApp us on 07946 547847 with photos and your address.