Aldi urges UK shoppers to donate warm clothing and unwanted Christmas gifts via in-store InPost lockers until January 6. Partnering with The Salvation Army, the initiative raises vital funds for those in need.
The NHS issues an urgent appeal for donors as blood stocks run low. Over 2,700 appointments need filling before New Year's Eve to save lives.
Generous junior footballers from Penrhyn Bay FC have collected over 870 items for Conwy Food Bank, delivering a record-breaking community donation to support local families in crisis.
Lidl GB is giving away 100 tonnes of surplus food on Christmas Eve, creating over 238,000 meals for those in need across the UK. Read about their festive community support.
For 87 Christmases, Eric Davies has played carols on Abergavenny's High Street. At 95, he continues a family Salvation Army tradition started in the 1890s, raising vital funds for local causes.
The Salvation Army, with The Parkgate Hotel, delivers 300 festive meals across Cardiff, doubling last year's effort to support those struggling with the cost of living crisis. Read how the community is coming together.
Merseyside Police officers filled a carrier with donations for Huyton Dog's Trust. Inspector Andy Robinson's annual drive, inspired by his huskies, ensures shelter dogs have a warm Christmas.
The Royal Signals (Northern) Band in Darlington is recruiting local musicians after a successful Play Day. Discover how to join this Army Reserve band and develop your skills.
Mansfield Wildlife Rescue receives a £1,000 donation from The Wilkins Group to cover winter costs. The gift concludes the firm's year-long '12 Months of Giving' charity initiative.
Swayne Johnson's St Asaph office has donated a substantial haul of food and Christmas treats to Rhyl Food Bank, one of Wales's busiest, through a unique reverse advent calendar initiative. Discover how this support helps the most deprived community.
Virgin Media O2 employees have spread festive cheer by donating over 450 presents to Action for Children centres across the UK through the Giving Trees initiative. Discover how they're making a difference.
The Cadbury Foundation spreads festive cheer, donating over £23,000 to Trussell Trust and LauraLynn after 850 employees took part in its Christmas Jumper Day initiative.
Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford receives a £100,000 Army Benevolent Fund grant to enhance dementia care, activities, and quality of life for its elderly veteran residents.
Mr Pumpkin's farm in Stanley Common donated £5,171.30 to the Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance after a successful pumpkin picking season. Discover how this community event has raised over £26,000 for critical lifesaving missions.
Teams from Lincolnshire & Fens reservoir projects have donated 316 gifts for children at Boston Pilgrim Hospital this Christmas. Read how this act of kindness will brighten the festive period.
Staff at Monmouthshire Building Society have donated over 200 toys and gifts to the council's Christmas Wishes appeal, supporting vulnerable and flood-affected children. See how the community is giving back.
Dawn Davis braved the clippers at Eastcote Park's Elf Day, raising £852 for the Alzheimer's Society. Her hair was donated to Banbury Postiche for wigs. Read her inspiring story.
Taylor Wimpey Manchester has donated 321 winter essentials to Lifeshare charity for the homeless. The homebuilder's national Wrap Up Warm campaign has provided over 14,000 items. Learn more about this vital community support.
Persimmon Homes West Midlands has donated £3,000 to Wem and District Rotary Club via its Community Champions scheme. The funds will support local people through events, youth activities, and tackling isolation.
Jollyes Pets thanks customers for donating 424,000 tins of food, with £40,000 profit shared among five UK animal welfare and community charities. Read how this supports vital work.
Barratt Homes Northampton has donated £1,500 to the Baby Basics charity, providing Moses basket starter packs for vulnerable families. Discover how this gift ensures safe sleep for newborns.
A Somerset charity supporting families with rare genetic condition PCD receives a vital £1,500 boost from David Wilson Redrow South West. Discover how the donation will help.
Families supported by Action for Children enjoyed a magical evening of light shows, carols, and treats in Sandfields. The Queen Bees group donated selection boxes, and local councillors showed their support.
Rhyl Rotary Club's festive Santa visit brings a surprise £500 donation to the local Samaritans branch, boosting their annual support to £2,500. Discover how community generosity aids vital mental health services.
Pupils and staff at Our Lady of Pity RC Primary in Greasby have rallied to support the Shoebox Full of Love Christmas appeal for the second year, donating gifts for vulnerable people and pets across Merseyside.
A major incident declared in Derby after police raid leads to two arrests for explosives offences. 200 properties evacuated as Army bomb disposal teams work at the scene.
Freshfields Animal Rescue launches its vital Christmas appeal. Your donation, doubled until Dec 8, provides safety, medical care & hope for homeless UK pets. Help save lives.
Curly Tails animal rescue in Newton Longville receives a £1,000 Community Champions donation from Persimmon Homes, aiding its work uniting people and animals for wellbeing.
A Birmingham cocktail bar is giving away free Merry Mimosa drinks until December 7 in exchange for new toy donations, supporting local children's charities. Find out how to claim.
Rudy's pizzerias in Birmingham are swapping any pizza for a new toy to support Cash for Kids this Christmas. Donate between Dec 1-4, 2025. Get your free slice for a great cause!