A Salford community group is urging people to share toys for an appeal to give deprived children a “special Christmas”.
Community Little Hulton and the Youth Unity mission are working on their annual toy drive, which is now in its 10th year.
The group, which has more than 1,000 members, is asking for donations of new toys, games, crafts, toiletries, sweets and chocolates for children and young people.
Development manager at the hub Alison Jones said: “Last year we had over 1,000 donations. This year we already have two six-foot tables worth of donations.
“We take referrals in from schools, social workers, family support workers, health visitors and families who may be finding Christmas difficult.”
Local collections can be arranged and those who are able to are encouraged to drop the gifts at 33 Manchester Road in Little Hulton.
Emma O’Donnell, community development worker, said: “In Little Hulton and the wider community, we understand that no matter what religion or whether you celebrate Christmas or not, Christmas is the time for giving to children.”
More than 110 volunteers work over eight days to help wrap and pack the gifts so they are ready to be given to the children.
New volunteers are always welcome and can apply to support the hub through the website here .
Alison Jones said: “Christmas is a special time for children. When you’re an adult it perhaps is not quite as jolly. So we want to help the children who maybe have less than their peers. We want to give them the best Christmas we possible can.”
If you or someone you know needs help this Christmas or to make a donations email the team at communitylittlehulton@communitylittlehulton.co.uk
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