In Norwich, a Christmas appeal run by Alive Church charity Alive UK and Chantry Place has been successful in providing hundreds of gifts to local children and their caregivers in need. The appeal is open for donations of new gifts for all ages, including babies, children, teenagers, and those who care for them. Chantry Place has donated 348 selection boxes to Alive UK to support Shelter and help the 348 homeless children in Norfolk during Christmas. The retailer charity bingo night held at Chantry Place also raised money for the appeal. The operations manager, Jo Bates, expressed gratitude for the generosity of visitors and retailers and emphasized the goal of helping as many families as possible during the holiday season.
Chair of trustees and pastor of Alive Church, Jo Thorne, thanked Chantry Place and its visitors and retailers for their generosity and urged others to donate to make a difference for struggling families during Christmas. She emphasized the increased demand for assistance this year due to the cost of living crisis. A mother who received gifts from the appeal last year expressed her gratitude and relief, stating that the gifts were the answer to her prayers and brought joy to her family during a difficult time. Donations of unwrapped gifts, toys, chocolate treats, wrapping paper, and sticky tape are welcomed until Sunday, December 17 at the collection point on the lower ground floor of Chantry Place, opposite Boots. Alive UK, supported by Alive Church, is a registered charity with around 50 volunteers.
The collaboration between Alive Church charity Alive UK and Chantry Place in Norwich has resulted in a successful Christmas appeal that has provided much-needed gifts to support local children and caregivers in Norfolk. The appeal continues to accept donations of new gifts for all ages, expressing the need for assistance for families in desperate situations. Chantry Place’s donation of 348 selection boxes has helped support homeless children in Norfolk, and the retailer’s charity bingo night raised additional funds for the appeal. The operations manager and chair of trustees expressed gratitude for the generosity of visitors and retailers, emphasizing the importance of supporting struggling families during the holiday season. Donations of various items, including unwrapped gifts, toys, chocolate treats, wrapping paper, and sticky tape, are welcome until Sunday, December 17 at the collection point in Chantry Place.
The appeal has been instrumental in providing relief and joy to families in need, with one mother expressing profound gratitude for the gifts her family received last year. The increased demand for assistance this year due to the cost of living crisis highlights the importance of the appeal in helping the local community and spreading joy during Christmas. With the support of Alive Church and its volunteers, Alive UK continues its efforts to make a difference and support those in need in Norfolk. The collaboration between Alive UK and Chantry Place has brought hope and assistance to families during the holiday season, and the appeal remains open for donations to continue making a meaningful impact in the community.
