Christmas is about more than just gifts, it’s about bringing joy, warmth, and hope to those who need it most. This year, Shropshire-based charity, Little Stars is thrilled to launch the “Santa’s Little Stars” Campaign from October 28th to December 1st in partnership with The Darwin. This initiative aims to provide Christmas gifts to children across Shropshire who might otherwise go without a Christmas gift this year.

Since the campaign’s inception, Santa’s Little Stars has grown from a small community effort into a vital campaign for families across Shropshire. Over the past four years, this heartwarming initiative has provided Christmas gifts to 950 children in need. With rising costs of living affecting more families, 2024 is expected to be their biggest campaign yet, as they work to bring festive cheer to even more children. Following feedback from their referral partners, Little Stars has expanded the campaign to support even more children this year by widening the age range to include those aged 0 to 17.

“Our goal is simple: we want every child to experience the joy of unwrapping a present on Christmas Day,” says Leanne, Founder and CEO of Little Stars. “Each gift represents a message of hope and care, and with the help of our community, we can help many more children unwrap joy this Christmas.”

The campaign is made possible through a strong collaboration with The Darwin, which plays a pivotal role in collecting donations and supporting the effort.

Kevin Lockwood, Centre Manager of The Darwin, said, “The Santa’s Little Stars campaign is a truly special initiative, and we are incredibly proud to support it once again. The generous contributions from the community have a huge impact locally, and we encourage everyone to give as much support as they can.”

How Can You Contribute?

This year, it is easier than ever for you to get involved and make a difference:

  1. To find out more about the types of gifts you can donate, please visit Santa’s Little Stars page on the Little Stars website-https://www.littlestarscharity.org/campaigns/santas-little-stars/.
  2. You can donate new, unwrapped toys in their original packaging at several collection points on all three levels of The Darwin:
  3. Outside the Collective
  4. Outside The Entertainer
  5. Outside Clarks shoes
  6. In addition to these central locations, donations are also being accepted at the new Little Stars Charity Shop, on the lower level of the Darwin, providing another convenient drop-off spot as well as a great way for supporters to find out more about the charity and the work they do throughout the year.
  7. Donate Online:

For those who would prefer to support the campaign by donating money, a Santa’s Little Stars JustGiving page has been set up- https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/santaslittlestars2024. Donations will go towards purchasing more gifts, helping Little Stars meet even more referrals and ensure that as many children as possible receive a present this Christmas.

Every gift donated to this year’s campaign will help brighten Christmas for a child Little Stars is supporting. Whether donating toys in person at The Darwin or Little Stars Charity Shop, or contributing online, your support makes a real difference.

Please Help a child unwrap joy this Christmas.

For more information, visit www.littlestarscharity.org or contact Little Stars on enquiries@littlestarscharity.org