This year, Cornwall Neighbourhoods for Change are once again looking to bring the joys of Christmas to everyone, no matter what their circumstances, and we invite you to help us in any way that you can. We will be providing support, cheer, and food to our community members, particularly those more vulnerable and in need, who may struggle over the festive period.

With the cost of living continuing to increase, our community are finding this winter hard. We plan to provide a full sit-down Christmas dinner for vulnerable individuals on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day at our community hub, The Elms in Redruth. We will also be creating 'hampers' for families and individuals, providing food and essentials to deal with increased economic pressures and presents. These will be available for pick up on certain days during the festive period.

As well as food and gifts, we will provide support through the whole of December, into January and beyond. We will also have some hamper deliveries for those who are more vulnerable. We hope that despite these challenging times we can still come together and have some Festive warmth and cheer and a real sense of community togetherness.

We are also hosting a Ukrainian Christmas event in St Austell, to support refugees of the war in Ukraine. 

If there is anything you could possible donate or support with to help make this happen, that would be much appreciated. Please do not hesitate to get in touch by email or phone with any questions.

We know that our support over Christmas can go a long way, here is some feedback from previous years recipients:

"It was brilliant, made my Christmas, so nice to have some food and something to open, thank you so much."

"Everyone involved are angels, I feel very blessed, words can't explain how lovely this was, bless all of you."

This year we have continued to support our community as they struggle through the increase in challenges, with a rise in demand for our support on issues ranging from mental health, finance, food, unemployment, and most commonly, social isolation. We continue to offer face-to-face support, learning for adults and young people, social activities, community meals, crisis support, coaching and mentoring for progression, mental health workshops as well as other services.

Thank you for your time, support and consideration and any donation that you feel able to give. Please know we also appreciate that many people are also currently facing challenges and we understand if a donation is not possible at this time. 

Wishing you a happy healthy Christmas from us all at CN4C.