Member News: Together Trust Christmas Hamper Appeal

This year young people leaving care and families who have children with additional needs have been put under extra strain. Across the country, there has been a 107% rise in children receiving emergency food. With the additional impact of Covid and a second lockdown, we’re not sure what Christmas will look like for many of the people we support, but we want them to know that they are not alone.

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"I was taken into care as a newborn baby because my mum had an abusive partner. I was put under special guardianship with family friends for a while. Then I lived with my mum again for seven years, until she passed away and I was taken into foster care. My transition into independence was really smooth thanks to the Together Trust. They helped me to get some furniture for my flat and things like a fridge, freezer and washing machine. I had a really close connection with everyone who works at the charity. After I left care they could have just turned their back on me, but they didn’t."

" I know they are still there for me now and that makes a massive difference."

​*Anthony's name has been changed to protect his identity

We're raising money to fill hampers to distribute to families and young people who are living below the poverty line and there are lots of ways you can get involved:

Do you run a business and your company Christmas party been cancelled but you are looking to use the money for a good cause? 

• £1540 will pay for 40 hampers to support young people living below the poverty line

Is your community group looking for a local charity to support this Christmas?

• £120 pays for 3 family hampers

Instead of buying Christmas cards this year would you consider donating the money for the cost of one hamper?

• £30 pays for a hamper for a young person living alone

You can make a donation today.

Or get in touch with our friendly fundraising team if your community group or company would like to get involved with our appeal by emailing [email protected] 

Source:
www.togethertrust.org.uk