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Children and families need your support this Christmas

Leanne Cresswell - Digital Content Officer
Published: Monday 02 November 2026
A young girl visiting Santa's grotto. She it sitting on Santa's lap, smiling and is wearing reindeer antlers

Make a difference this Christmas. Explore our virtual gifts or make a donation to help the 4 million children and families living in poverty.

The children were shocked at the presents. They asked, ‘Is this all for us?’

Debbie*, a parent supported by Action for Children

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Three siblings laughing and laying on top of each other with Christmas gift presents in front of them a lit up tree in the background

Christmas present

Bring a smile to a child's face by gifting a virtual Christmas present that they can unwrap on Christmas morning for £25.

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Young girl in a red jumper looking happy sitting with Santa and holding hands

A trip to visit Santa

For just £15, you could help a vulnerable child and their family create magical memories with a special trip to see Santa.

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They loved the whole grotto experience. There were tears when we left, but they were happy tears.

Cassie*, a parent supported by Action for Children
A child wearing a Santa hat and pink sweatshirt sitting on the floor near a decorated Christmas tree with red ornaments and string lights. The child is reading an open book with additional string lights scattered around, creating a cozy holiday atmosphere

Books and toys

Books and toys help children learn and grow, but not all families can afford them. With a £10 donation, you could provide them to a child who might otherwise go without.

Gift books and toys

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Warm winter clothes and bedding

As temperatures drop, some families struggle to afford winter essentials. For £65, you could help provide warm clothing and bedding.

Gift warm winter clothes and bedding

The coats are the sort of things you don’t realise how much you need until you have them.

Tony*, a parent supported by Action for Children
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Prefer to make a one-off or monthly donation? Donate today and help make a difference for children and families this Christmas - and all year round.

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