Selby Hands of Hope Christmas Toy Appeal: Our Biggest Year Yet in 2024! 

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As we close out this year’s Christmas Toy Appeal, we are humbled and inspired by the incredible support we’ve received and the growing number of families we’ve been able to help.

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The need in our local community has never been greater, and thanks to your generosity, we’ve been in a position to help.

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2024 Highlights:

• 28 schools supported 

• 594 children received gifts 

• 283 parents and guardians supported 

• 877 people helped in total 

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A Growing Need in Our Community:

The growth in need over the years is staggering.

• 2016:

  • 10 schools supported

  • 128 children and 53 parents helped

  • 181 people supported in total

• 2021:

  • 14 schools supported

  • 284 children and 151 parents helped

  • 435 people supported in total

• 2024:

  • 28 schools supported

  • 594 children and 283 parents helped

  • 877 people supported in total

 

In just three years, from 2021 to 2024, the number of people supported has more than doubled. Compared to 2016, the number of schools, children, and families helped has grown nearly fivefold. These figures highlight the increasing number of families in our local area who rely on this appeal, especially during the festive season.

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What This Means:

Since 2016, we’ve supported a total of 3,399 people. This milestone is both a reminder of the challenges faced by families in our community and a testament to the generosity of those who step up to help.

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A Special Thank You to Our Supporters:

This year’s success wouldn’t have been possible without the generosity of so many amazing individuals, groups, and businesses:

• Adrienne Flack

• Altrad (Doosan Babcock)

• Dave Montserrat

• Derek Amos

• Dawn & Andy Kirby

• Fortus Foundation (York)

• HSBC

• Ison Harrison Solicitors

• Julie Langford

• Keir Maher

• McDonald’s Selby

• Noah Whittaker

• Several anonymous customers

• Skipton BF (part of Skipton Building Society)

• The Crown at Hemingbrough

• Yorkshire Building Society

 

Your support has truly made Christmas brighter for so many families in need.

 Merry Christmas from all of us at Selby Hands of Hope!