Mission Christmas: Take a closer look at how & where to donate

No local child should go without a present this Christmas 🎁

Published 1st Dec 2021
Last updated 1st Dec 2021

The countdown is on to ensure not a single child will go without a Christmas present this year by urging everyone to become a Secret Santa.

Last year, the generosity and support of the NI public and businesses meant that Covid didn’t kill Christmas, with over £324,000 worth of presents handed out to nearly 9500 local children.

For 2021, the Mission Christmas team is aiming higher still by encouraging everyone to tap into their inner Secret Santa in the true spirit of Christmas.

When shopping for loved ones this year, by simply popping another toy or game into your basket, you could be helping put a smile on a child's face this year.

Where should you donate your gifts?

We're so lucky to have the fantastic team at Harry Corry continue as our long standing sponsor, they've been supporting Mission Christmas for many years.

All gifts should be new and unwrapped, and you can take them to drop-off points across Northern Ireland.

The main collection points for gift donations are in each of the 18 local Harry Corry stores, just look out for the Mission Christmas donation areas like below.

Click here for a full map of all drop-off points across Northern Ireland.

Cash for Kids Charity Manager, Lauren Baxter tells us more about Mission Christmas:

“Northern Ireland’s generosity of spirit is simply amazing – and we’re hoping the ‘Secret Santa’ mentality will thrive again this year, helping us meet all of the gift applications we receive.

“Every single donation is welcome but as the requests for support continue to rise, it’s increasingly difficult to ensure all age groups are catered for, particularly teenagers and babies. To tackle this, we also welcome cash donations which will let us buy items such as baby toys, baby clothes, sports gear, beauty products, tech items and games so no-one misses out on a gift they genuinely need.”

Marketing Manager of Harry Corry, Mark Corry applauds the NI public for their continued support.

“Thank you to all who have continued to support us, especially last year, when times were tough. I’m confident that 2021 will be no different when it comes to the generosity of the NI public and business community.

“Every single gift or cash donation left at our 18 stores will make a real difference to a young person on Christmas Day. That’s why we’re delighted to once again partner with Cash for Kids and help bring out the Secret Santa in everyone.”

Check out some of the Secret Santa gifts you could donate this year 👇







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