We are calling on the local community to donate to the Warrington Youth Zone 2025 Christmas Appeal, which is supporting young people and their families over the festive period.
Tuesday 2 December sees the launch of a special, week-long Big Give campaign: the Christmas Meal Appeal.
The Youth Zone will be raising much-needed funds to provide its annual Christmas Meal, supporting 60 local families to enjoy a day of food and festivities.
With the support of generous donations from the local community, we can help ensure families experiencing hardship this winter feel valued, supported and cared for.
Between December 2-9, the Youth Zone will be hoping to secure up to £2,500 of match funding from Big Give, with all donations and match funding proceeds going towards the Christmas Meal.
Every donation received from the general public will be matched by Big Give, helping to double the impact of the generosity.
The Youth Zone said: “While for most, Christmas is a time of celebration and abundance, with the cost-of-living crisis taking its toll and foodbank use at an all-time high, for so many families, Christmas can be an incredibly difficult time, both financially and emotionally.
“Our Christmas Meal brings the community together – made possible by volunteers and donations – and offers support, generosity and joy to families when they need it most.”
Last Christmas around 250 local people, from babies to grandparents, gathered at the Youth Zone to enjoy a three-course Christmas dinner with all the trimmings!
The young people in attendance were also able to enjoy Santa’s Grotto, crackers, games, crafts and a festive disco.
After the event, gift and food hampers were delivered to each family home, using items generously donated by the Youth Zone’s business community.
Toy and Hamper Appeal
As with previous years, Warrington Youth Zone have also launched a Toy Appeal and Hamper Appeal.
Click here to see what toys and games the Youth Zone needs, and how to donate them.
If you’d like to provide essential hamper items to a family in need, click here for the Youth Zone’s shopping list and instructions to donate.
Corporate support
Would your business like to make a bigger impact this Christmas?
To find out how you can get involved, email: fundraising@wyz.org.uk
