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North West Anglia’s Christmas Giving Tree Appeal has officially launched for 2024, to bring joy to disadvantaged children and young people in our local communities.  

The Giving Tree was set up in 2016 by Natalie Styles-Hudson, a member of Trust staff, to provide Christmas presents to children that would otherwise have nothing to unwrap on Christmas Day.

Natalie said: “This year the need is greater than ever because times are incredibly hard for some. The appeal will deliver gifts to underprivileged children  and young people in schools, hostels, and domestic abuse refuges across Peterborough, Huntingdon, and Fenland. By participating, people help brighten Christmas for young people facing challenging circumstances."

This heartwarming initiative offers multiple ways for people to contribute:  

Giving Trees : Christmas trees have been set up in the main atrium at Peterborough City Hospital, and the main entrances at Hinchingbrooke Hospital and Stamford & Rutland Hospital. There are gift tags for people to choose from – selecting a child’s names and ages. Simply take a tag, purchase a gift, and bring the gifts back to the reception desks.  

Amazon wish list : If you can’t visit a tree, you can still help by purchasing a gift online through the Amazon wish list: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/193OA9UM6XKG1

Monetary donations : Donations are also welcomed and will be used to purchase gifts for those in need : Donate Giving Tree money here (enthuse.com)

The Christmas Giving Tree Appeal is a Fund within the North West Anglia Hospitals' Charity (Registration No 1050601)

Keep an eye on the hospital’s social media to keep up to date with the campaign and to donate. Your generosity can make a difference. Let’s ensure every child feels the magic of the season!