One Stop and Swizzels have announced a partnership that will benefit the Alzheimer's Society charity in the UK through a fun range of merch that each boasts a candy-themed inspiration. The partnership will see Swizzels merchandise being sold at One Stop locations, which includes pens and reusable bags each themed with the brand's various kinds of candy in mind. The pens will be priced at £1.50 and the reusable shopping bags at £2 each, and will see all proceeds from sales in June donated to the Alzheimer's Society Forget Me Not Appeal program.
Head of Marketing at Swizzels Sarah-Louise Heslop spoke on the One Stop and Swizzels partnership saying, "We are delighted to support One Stop in their inspiring fundraising efforts for the Alzheimer’s Society. Purchasing our Swizzels pens and foldable bags is a great way for customers to get involved and help raise vital funds for the incredible work carried out by the charity."
Charitable Candy Merchandise
One Stop and Swizzels Partnered to Support the Alzheimer's Society
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