When we traditionally think of Christmas, what comes to mind? A cosy room... warm fire perhaps... time to relax with loved ones, sharing lots of delicious food, exchanging gifts?

Instead of enjoying this special time during the festive season, many of the families Children 1st work alongside will be making the difficult decision between heating their homes or putting food on the table.

Or, stretching themselves even further or taking on debt to make sure there’s a gift to open on the big day. Can you imagine telling your children that sadly, Santa did not stop at our house this year?

These are particularly challenging and worrying times for us all just now, but for some, things have gone from bad to worse.

The Difference You Can Make

Every family's needs are unique. Families deserve the choice, as the experts in their own lives, to choose what is most important for them during the festive season, whether this be toys for their children, practical gifts, wee treats or a special meal at home for the whole family. Your generous donations will purchase vouchers for families, in good time for Christmas.

This approach empowers the families we work alongside. Vouchers give families the gifts of freedom and joy, enabling them to keep or even create family traditions and make happy memories together. We believe all children deserve to create Christmas memories to treasure, and we know that this year it will be even tougher to make this happen.

Your donation really gives more than just a shopping voucher. It is the gift of relief and hope for parents, joy and excitement for children. It's the dignity we should all have in choosing what we eat, what we give, what we do. In how we make our Christmas as a family.

Together, we can help families believe in the magic of Christmas again.

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.