Charity asks local people to help spread Christmas Cheer to
Women and Children affected by Domestic Violence.
The Haven Wolverhampton launches its annual Christmas Appeal to put a smile on the faces of those children living in its refuges.
For over forty years, The Haven Wolverhampton has been supporting women and children who have experienced Domestic Violence and Abuse. During the Christmas period, there are often up to 100 homeless and traumatised children in Haven refuges. Whilst this time of year is meant to be special, unfortunately for these children it is an emotional and traumatic time where they have had to leave their home to find a place of peace and safety. With a little help from you, your family, colleagues and friends we can help make Christmas a special time, one that they remember and help them build new memories. Schools, colleges, community and church groups and corporate organisations can all get involved.
This year, we are asking you to make a special effort as our charity struggles with huge cuts in funding. The Haven’s annual toy appeal run from Monday 1st December - Friday 19th December. People are being asked to buy an extra toy for children who have experienced the effects of domestic violence, homelessness or abuse. Cash donations are also welcomed as these assist with taking children to pantomimes and shows over the festive period. Alternatively people can donate on-line through www.bit.ly/thehavenwishlist or www.bit.ly/thehavenbiggive.
Commenting on The Haven’s Christmas Appeal, Hayley Edwards, Marketing and Publicity Officer said “Being in refuge during Christmas is a difficult and traumatic time for children. We are very grateful for the support we receive through donations from the community and with these we aim to make it more of an enjoyable experience by allowing the children the same opportunities as others, to have fun and enjoy the festive period. We hope people in and around Wolverhampton will be as generous as they have been in previous years. Even a small donation could help to make Christmas that bit brighter for these children.”
If you would like to donate please call Laura/Charlie/Jade on 01902 572126.
Alternatively drop into 103 Salop Street between 9am and 3.30pm
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