The Salvation Army is calling on the Manx community this Christmas by donating new toys to its Christmas Present Appeal.
Every year The Salvation Army asks people to donate new toys and gifts for children whose families are already making impossible choices.
Last year, The Salvation Army on the Isle of Man distributed nearly 500 gift parcels with the church and charity fearing more people will need support this year.
Christmas Spirit
Captain Rachael Nieuwoudt, church leader for The Salvation Army Isle of Man said: “Our Christmas Present Appeal is an opportunity for people in our community to embrace the spirit of Christmas and give to families and individuals who have very little.
“Christmas is meant to be a time of love and joy, but for many it’s a time of stress and despair when financial worries are brought into sharp focus for families who are struggling to heat their homes, let alone provide presents for their children.
“The Christmas present appeal is how we put our belief into action, showing love where it’s needed most. We believe every child deserves to experience joy on Christmas morning.
“We are always overwhelmed by the generosity of the public in supporting our appeal each year and we hope you continue to do so to ensure every child wakes up on Christmas Day with a smile on their face.”
Collection
The church on Ballacottier Crescent will be collecting donations of new unwrapped toys until Sunday, November 30.
People can drop their generous contribution at the church and community centre as well as Isle of Man bank.
The Salvation Army will then sort and distribute the gifts to children and families in the area through local groups, schools and social services.
For anyone that isn’t able to physically donate a gift, financial contributions can be made specifically for The Salvation Army’s Christmas appeal on Isle of Man by clicking here.
People can also donate through The Entertainer’s Big Toy appeal between November 1 to 29.
