In Ivybridge we will be running our Toy Appeal again this year, collecting in financial donations and gifts of new toys to distribute through social services and other local groups to support families who are struggling financially. We believe no child should go without experiencing the joy of Christmas having at least a few gifts to wake up to on Christmas Day and no parent should have to feel the guilt of not being able to give their children this joy.

With the current cost-of-living crisis, thousands of people are expected to turn to The Salvation Army for help this winter. In over 650 communities across the UK, we will be doing all we can for them, whatever their circumstances.