Caring Christmas Food & Toy Drive
15th Nov - 19th Dec
DONATION DROP-OFF POINTS
The Link Walsall, 46 Park St, WS1 1NG | Monday - Saturday 9.15 am - 4.30 pm
The Table Walsall, 33 Lower Hall Ln, WS1 1RR | Monday - Saturday 9 am - 3 pm
Lucy's Pantry, Darwall Street, Walsall, WS1 1DA | Tuesdays & Fridays 11 am - 2 pm
St Paul's Church, Darwall Street, Walsall, WS1 1DA | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday 9 am - 3 pm
Manor Farm Community Association, King George Cres, Rushall, WS4 1EU | Monday - Friday 9 am - 4 pm
Halifax Bank, 6 Sister Dora Buildings, The Bridge, Walsall WS1 1SR | Mon - Fri 9 am - 5pm, Sat 9 am - 3 pm
TSB Bank, The Brg, Walsall WS1 1LQ | Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri 9 am - 5 pm, Wed 10 am - 5 pm, Sat 9 am - 3 pm
Caring Christmas Drive
The Caring Christmas Food & Toy Drive will be held across multiple venues from 15th November to 19th December, where we’ll be collecting food, toiletries, toys, and children’s books.
Donations will support Walsall residents and will be distributed at our Caring Christmas Community Event on 20th December 2024 at St. Paul’s Church, Darwall Street, Walsall WS1 1DA. The event aims to bring joy to individuals and families facing financial challenges, isolation, and other hardships. Many families in Walsall may struggle to afford food or gifts for their children this year. To ease this burden, we will provide food parcels, hot meals, gifts, and community activities, ensuring everyone feels the warmth and generosity of the season.
Shopping List
Tinned
Meat meals, Vegetarian meals, Meat (ham, spam, hotdogs), Fish (tuna preferred), Baked beans, Spaghetti (e.g. hoops in tomato sauce), Potatoes, Peas, Tomatoes, Sweetcorn, Carrots, Fruit, Rice pudding, Custard
Soup
Tomato, Chicken, Meat, Vegetable
Sauces/oils
Pasta sauce, Cooking sauce, Tomato ketchup, Cooking oil (smaller bottles preferred)
Store cupboard
Cereal, Dried pasta and spaghetti, Rice and instant rice, Noodles (including Pot Noodles), Instant mash, Packet meals (“just add water”), Cup-a-soup, Sugar
Drinks
Long-life milk, Teabags, Instant coffee (smaller jars preferred), Squash, Long-life juice (not fresh, please)
Preserves/spreads
Jam, Marmalade, Honey, Peanut butter
Treats
Biscuits, Chocolates/Sweets, Crisps, Chocolate spread, Hot chocolate
Non-food
Toilet roll, Washing up liquid, Laundry tablets (not liquid or powder)
Caring Christmas Annual Community Event
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Caring Christmas
The Caring Christmas Annual Event is a heart-centered gathering hosted by The Sharing Table that brings people together to celebrate the festive season while prioritising support for those in need. This collaborative effort involves various community organisations working hand in hand to uplift individuals and families facing hardships in our community.
In Walsall, where poverty is prevalent, many families experience profound sadness during this time due to their inability to afford food or gifts for their children. Others grapple with feelings of isolation and loneliness. The event aims to create a warm and welcoming space where we can unite in service to those in need, fostering connection, compassion, and a sense of belonging within our community.
Get involved
Volunteer as an Event Host
If you’re looking to give back, consider volunteering as an Event Host. In this role, you’ll support attendees by helping them navigate the event, sharing in the festive spirit, and being part of a team dedicated to making a difference.
Become a Partner
As a partner, your involvement would be invaluable in helping us uplift those facing financial hardships, isolation, and other challenges during this time. Whether through financial support, in-kind donations, or by contributing your services, your partnership will make a tangible impact on the lives of those who need it most.
By joining hands with us, you’ll be part of a community-driven effort to create a brighter, more inclusive holiday season for all. If you are interested in becoming a partner, we would love to discuss how we can collaborate. Please feel free to contact us at info@bluuprint.co.uk.
Support Our Mission
Support our mission to raise £2,500 for our Winter Fund, aimed at providing vital assistance to individuals and families in need during this challenging season. As the cold weather sets in, many in our community face hardships that can make this time of year especially difficult.
Your support will directly contribute to our initiatives, including food parcels, warm clothing, and community activities that promote connection and care among those facing financial struggles. Every contribution, no matter how small, will help us reach our goal and ensure that we can provide essential resources and support to those who need it most.