Christmas Hamper Appeal a success thanks to local businesses
Thanks to local businesses, our Better Together Team’s Christmas Hamper Appeal has been another great success.
Thanks to the many local businesses, organisations, and community groups who gave generously Voluntary Norfolk’s Christmas Hamper Appeal, 100s of households received gifts for Christmas this year. Their donations helped bring some festive cheer to individuals and families across Great Yarmouth and beyond.
Voluntary Norfolk worked to spread some Christmas joy by delivering hampers filled with food, treats, and small gifts to people who needed a little extra festive spirit. Thanks to the kindness of local donors, over [number] hampers were handed out, making a real difference to people’s Christmas.
Coming Together as a Community
Voluntary Norfolk is especially thankful to Argos, Kingsgate Community Church, Sainsbury’s, The Geoffrey Watling Charity, Amey, Tesco, Asda, Norfolk Van Hire, Bookers Wholesale, and Morrisons for their donations. Their support helped the appeal reach even more people in need of some Christmas cheer.
John McBride who organised the appeal as part of Voluntary Norfolk’s Better Together service, said:
“The generosity from local businesses, groups, and individuals has been amazing. Thanks to them, we were able to brighten people’s Christmas and show them they were thought of. We’re so grateful to everyone who helped.”
A Big Thank You
Voluntary Norfolk would also like to thank everyone who donated or volunteered their time. Every bit of help made this year’s Christmas Hamper Appeal a success, bringing smiles to hundreds of people and families.
John McBride said: “I was delighted by how successful the appeal was again and the smiles on people’s faces when they received their hamper was really heartwarming. However, it is a shame that so many people are struggling with issues like loneliness across Norfolk. That’s why it is absolutely essential that as a society we ensure no-one is left isolated in their community. That’s why the work we do at Voluntary Norfolk is so important. Looking ahead to 2025, Voluntary Norfolk will continue to work with local businesses, organisations, and volunteers to bring people together and make Norfolk an even more caring community.”
About Voluntary Norfolk
Voluntary Norfolk is a charity that supports communities and promotes volunteering. Through different projects, including the Christmas Hamper Appeal, Voluntary Norfolk helps to develop communities built around hope, where people look out for each other, and where anyone who needs help can find it.
For more information about the Christmas Hamper Appeal or how you can donate, please visit: https://www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/christmas-hamper-appeal/
