We cannot thank everyone enough for their involvement in our Xmas Toy Appeal this year. Friday saw us hold our Wrap and Pack event in the marquee here at the STF Hub at the Living Well Building. Everyone came in their Xmas jumpers to either wrap presents or deliver sacks of gifts to the schools across our Borough.
The day saw more than 60 volunteers from a wide range of companies including PepsiCo, TRS Training, A+ B Engineering, Cosey Homes, VTA Recruitment, Allisons Financial. Integral Legal, B-Engineering, Carma, St Helens Council and Natwest. We also had help from friends of the Foundation, family members and our Veterans who helped wrap, pack and deliver over 3000 presents to 1020 children and their families.
These were distributed amongst 40 local schools identified as having pupils with the greatest need as well as homeless families, refuges, those in temporary accommodation and Young Carers, ensuring the most vulnerable children have something to open on Christmas day.
We were overwhelmed with the generosity of people in the town as they donated gifts to Dunelm, Natwest, REDS Cafe, Smyths Toys and Cosey Homes. We also had donations from PepsiCo, TVS Supply Chain, Glassbond, Nine Arches, Helen & Eddie Hoffman, Morson and other kind individuals that brought toys and gifts in.
Thanks to each and every one of you that donated, wrapped, packed, delivered and supported along the way. With your help, these children will now receive a gift this Xmas and you have made a real difference.
Without you, none of this would have been possible!
Here are some of the pictures from the day:
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