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Christmas Unwrapped Gifts for Family, Friends & Loved Ones


Promotional Content • Saturday 15th November 2025 Donate the gift of time


Amid the cost-of-living crisis, many of us might not feel able to give financially. However, one thing we can all donate is our time to worthwhile causes this Christmas. Words: Rebecca Crowe


vitally important for all charity organisations, there are other ways to give this Christmas. Volunteers are the backbone


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of most charities. Spending your time fundraising, doing sponsored challenges or raising awareness goes a long way. It’s one of the easiest non-financial ways to get involved. Jayne Clark, director of fundraising


and marketing at London’s Air Ambulance Charity, says, “Our volunteer team does so much that it would be impossible to list them all here. As well as all the things you can probably imagine — bucket collections and support for events — we’ve had volunteers lend their experience to support our aviation teams with administration, as well as receiving pro bono legal support.” If you’re looking for an active,


GIVE YOUR TIME THIS CHRISTMAS/REFUGEES ROCK


sponsored way to make a difference, the RNLI’s Virtual Reindeer Run asks you to run 24 miles across December, representing one mile for every hour an RNLI volunteer is on-call during Christmas Day. Some charities have a strong focus on community, so by taking part in


e all know that the festive season is a time for giving. While donations are


an activity this Christmas, you can make all the difference. Refugees Rock is a climbing charity providing community and support for people fleeing war and persecution. “At Refugees Rock, we’re all about


community, so the best donation you can give is time and connection,” says national director Vivien Underwood. “You don’t need to be a brilliant climber; you just need to show up, have fun and celebrate one another. Whether it’s your skills, encouragement or support, you’re helping to build the sense of belonging and friendship that’s at the heart of Refugees Rock.” When it comes to garnering


awareness for charities, it’s hard to ignore the impact of online communities and social media. So, even if you can’t physically get out and about, you can still use your time wisely and contribute to a charity of your choice. Deborah Alsina MBE, chief


executive of Arthritis UK, says, “Trough our social media channels, we’re always sharing real-life stories of people with arthritis along with tips, tricks and advice. We welcome members of the arthritis community to get involved, share your story, tag us and share our content with


Nourish communities this year


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reaching over 130,000 people this year. Every bar purchased helps restore hope and dignity. What truly sets E2G Food apart is its com- mitment to transparen- cy. Trough its innovative TrackYourImpact


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family, friends and others living with arthritis who may benefit from it.” If you’re able to commit time in


person, several animal charities are clamouring for in-person support. While a pet may not be just for Christmas, your support over the festive period and beyond can have a huge impact on these animals. “One of the most impactful ways


to help is by fostering — offering a temporary, loving home to a pet while our rehoming team works to find their forever family,” says Beth Verrechia, director of people and people services at Blue Cross. “All costs are covered, and your kindness, love and support give an animal the safety and comfort they need during this critical time. “We’re seeing a significant rise


in the number of dogs, cats, small animals, horses and their owners needing our help, and volunteers play a vital role in meeting that need — whether you have days or just a few hours to spare.” So, while some of us might not be


able to support financially, there are plenty of ways to give back to good causes during this most charitable of times. Simply put, donating your time is one of the greatest gifts you can give this Christmas.


Tis holiday season, E2G Food


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share hope.


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