All about LETS

LETS stands for "Local Exchange Trading Scheme". LETS are independent grassroots groups open to people of all ages, skills and abilities - helping everyone to give and take, connect to new resources, and find a genuine community identity. They may connect with local clubs and associations; voluntary groups, charities, community initiatives; co-ops, small businesses and local services

LETS offer equal opportunities to all - whether employed or unemployed, financially secure or on low income, black or white. We use a system of community credits, so that direct exchanges do not have to be made. People earn LETS credits by providing a service, and can then spend the credits on whatever is offered by others on the scheme: for example childcare, transport, food, home repairs or the hire of tools and equipment.

YorkLETS was started by local activists in 1993, and is proud to have provided a robust and vibrant vehicle for local people to trade with each other continuously since then. We are part of the LETSlink UK network and since about 2009 they have hosted our online system which enables members to access and update their own profile. A Core Group, provides local support in managing the scheme.

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