Head of charity died in building he was soon to lose due to raised rent.

For a quarter of a century, John Mann dedicated himself to running Re-use furniture recycling in Milton Keynes. It was a labor of love for him, and he poured his heart and soul into it. However, despite his best efforts, the charity faced many challenges over the years.

Tragically, those challenges ultimately led to John's untimely death. The 50-year-old was found in the charity's warehouse after a fire broke out. The smoke alarms went off in the middle of the night, and by the time the fire was extinguished, it was too late for John.

His former partner and co-founder of the charity, Margaret Mann, was devastated by the news. She described John as a man who always did his best for everyone. It was clear that he had touched many lives through his work at Re-use.

One of the customers of the charity also expressed their sadness at John's passing, stating that he was a good man who simply wanted to do good. They also extended their condolences to John's children and family, acknowledging the impact he had on so many people's lives.

For two years, John had been struggling to keep Re-use afloat. The charity's rent had doubled, and they were facing the risk of closure. This was due to the landlord, MK Community Foundation, cutting rent subsidies and increasing the rent significantly.

According to a local publication, the rent had gone from £2,487 a month to £60,000 a year, which was almost £6,000 a month. In 2022, the foundation gave John an ultimatum: either pay the increased rent or terminate the tenancy and pay for any damages to the property.

John's response was a reflection of his character and the true purpose of Re-use. He stated that their goal was not to make a profit, but to provide free and affordable furniture and household goods to those in need. It was clear that John's priorities were always focused on helping others, not financial gain.

The charity's closure would be a great loss to the community, as Re-use had been one of the first recycling schemes in the area. They had helped countless people in need by providing them with furniture, household goods, and even school uniforms and winter coats.

The local council had recognized the value of Re-use's work, praising them for their contributions to both helping those in need and promoting eco-friendly recycling. It was clear that John's efforts had not gone unnoticed.

The MK Community Foundation also expressed their shock and sadness at John's passing. They had been a supportive landlord for Re-use, providing rent subsidies for many years. They extended their condolences to John's family and friends during this difficult time.

John's death was a tragic loss for the charity sector and the community as a whole. He will be deeply missed by all those whose lives he touched through his dedication to Re-use. His legacy will live on through the countless people he helped and the impact he made on the environment.

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