Article Source: Glasgow Fort
Last Updated: 28 November 2024 13:03
Simba Charity works to honour baby loss and help grieving families through initiatives such as memory boxes, the creation of peaceful and private bereavement rooms in hospitals, and memorial ‘Trees of Tranquillity’, while Easterhouse charity, FARE, aims to improve the lives of disadvantaged people in the local community.
Glasgow Fort has installed a contactless donation point at its Christmas tree next to M&S, allowing visitors to make a contribution to the invaluable work Simba Charity does at Christmas time and year-round.
And for the fifth year in a row, the shopping centre is also supporting FARE’s toy appeal which ensures every child in the local area wakes up to a present on Christmas morning.
From cuddly toys and chocolate treats through to comfy pyjamas and bath sets for teenagers, gifts of any size and value can be dropped off at the donation point at Glasgow Fort. The presents will then be wrapped by FARE volunteers and delivered to families across Glasgow in time for Christmas.
Phil Goodman, centre director at Glasgow Fort, said: “Christmas can be an especially tough time for many members of our local community and the work Simba Charity and FARE do to support these individuals really is remarkable.
“We’re proud to be a part of their fundraising efforts and encourage all of our shoppers that are able to, to donate – whether that’s dropping off a gift or using the contactless donation point by our Christmas tree.”
Kelsay Wood, Community and Events Lead at Simba Charity, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to be the chosen partner for Glasgow Fort’s Chari-tree campaign. We rely on our generous supporters all year round. Every Christmas donation made will help us provide high quality memory making experiences for bereaved families in Scotland. With every family’s experience being different, each gift can help us make sure we are there whenever they need time, space or love.”
Stefanie Hampson, Christmas Coordinator at FARE Scotland, added: “We are grateful for the continued support Glasgow Fort has given us for many years. This year, the need for help at Christmas is at the highest level we have seen within 20 years of running the campaign.
“All gifts donated and money raised in previous years has been overwhelming and it shows the generosity of the people of Glasgow. This year we hope to reach more families in need and ensure every child has a 'FARE Christmas'”.
Visit here for more information on Simba Charity and here for more details on the work FARE Scotland does.
For more information on Christmas at Glasgow Fort, vist www.glasgowfort.com
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