We are again taking part in the annual Link to Hope Shoebox Appeal.
The Link to Hope Shoebox appeal asks people to fill a shoebox for a family or an elderly couple in Ukraine, Moldova, Bulgaria and Romania.
The appeal has been running since 1992 and over the years has delivered smiles to thousands of people in Eastern Europe, including Ukraine. I do hope that we can do something to help these people, for whom life really is a struggle, especially in these difficult times. Last year we collected 49 boxes. I wonder if we can beat that this year?
It’s a really simple idea, anyone can get involved. Just fill a shoebox with items for a family or an elderly couple – not just a child. Link to Hope suggests items such as shower gel/ shampoo, family games, stationery items, gifts for mum and dad as well as sweets, soft toys, hats, scarves.
There are leaflets at the back of church which give greater details and make suggestions about what they would like us to include in the boxes. It is important to read the instructions on the leaflet which clearly define what you can put in the boxes. Due to customs and import regulations, you cannot just put anything in but there are loads of items to choose from. The leaflet can also be downloaded from the link below.
Please ensure that you attach the check list to the outside of your box.
Full details are on the website: https://linktohope.co.uk/shoebox-appeal-2025.
I ask that boxes are brought to me, or left at the back of church, by Sunday 26th October – to allow me time to take them to the collection point.