Make a difference this Christmas – donate to Centrale & Whitgift’s Giving Trees.
This Christmas, you can help bring joy to a vulnerable child or family in Croydon by participating in our Giving Tree Appeal. From 27th November to 24th December, the Giving Trees are back, giving you the chance to be a secret Santa to those who need it most.
How to take part:
1. Visit the Giving Trees location in Centrale (Ground floor mall next to the Grotto) or The Whitgift (Whitgift Square opposite Superdry)
2. Pick a tag from the tree, which provide details of a gift needed
3. Purchase the gift and bring it back, unwrapped, to the Giving Tree box
Your thoughtful donation will be collected by Reedham Children’s Trust, a local charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and families in Croydon, and delivered in time to brighten their Christmas.
Last year, thanks to the generosity of people like you, we received over 900 gifts, benefiting hundreds of children in our community. This year, with the continued economic challenges facing many households, your support is more important than ever.
Suggested Gift Ideas
Not sure what to donate? Here are some ideas to help you choose the perfect gift:
• Ages 5 – 6 : Dolls, Action Figures/ Superhero figures, Puzzles, Colouring Books and Crayons, Play Dough sets, Sticker books, Teddies, Building Blocks, Colouring Books and Crayons,
• Ages 7 – 8 :Puzzles, Story Books, Board games, Lego, Teddies, Jewellery making kits, Nail varnish sets, Electric Toys, Football, Books,
• Ages 9 – 11: Puzzles, Educational toys – i.e. science set, Board games, Lego, Arts and crafts sets, Rucksacks, Jewellery making kits, Nail varnish sets, Electric Toys, Diaries, Football, Books,
• Ages 12 – 14: Rucksacks, Football boot bags, Nail varnish sets, Football, Watches, Stationery sets, Sports bags, Outdoor play/games, Books
• Ages 15 – 18: Toiletries, Haircare products, Skincare, Clothes shop vouchers, Game shop vouchers, Waterstones/ Book vouchers, Computer games, Trainers, Headphones, Nail varnish, Perfume
• Family – M&S Gift card, House of Fraser Gift Card, Dry Food parcel, Family game, Hamper, Popcorn maker
Together we can make this Christmas a little brighter for families in need. Join us in spreading festive cheer and giving back to the Croydon community!
For more information on the incredible work of Reedham Children’s Trust, click here.