In October I swapped my usual cardigan for a KFC Christmas jumper and headed to FatFace HQ in Havant for the launch of Mission Christmas 2026, the Christmas appeal from Cash for Kids.
Mission Christmas makes sure children in families who are struggling don’t wake up to nothing on Christmas Day. Last year it helped 14,300 children, with 462 volunteers and 155 drop-off points, and 80p of every £1 donated goes straight out to help children.
FatFace hosted the launch and are lending the warehouse where thousands of donated toys will be sorted. More than 30 local businesses came along despite the awful weather, for mince pies, a talk from Lisa Congdon and lots of new connections.
This year I’m helping Cash for Kids with filming, making two Mission Christmas videos in late November. Everseed is all about the stories that matter to families, so supporting a cause like this felt right.
Anyone can help. You can donate a gift or give online at cashforkids.org.uk, and businesses can fundraise too.
Thank you to Lisa and the Cash for Kids Central South Coast team, and to FatFace for hosting.
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