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What Legacy Giving Really Means (And How You Can Make a Difference Long After Christmas)

16th October 2025

At Christmas, we’re reminded how powerful generosity can be. A toy, a book, or a warm coat can completely change a child’s day.

The Power of Small Acts: Why Every Donation Counts

16th October 2025

At Wood Street Mission, every single act of kindness adds up to something extraordinary. One person donates a pack of nappies, another brings a bag of clothes, and those things take a strain off a parent pushed too far.

It’s Not Always Easy to Ask – But You’re Not Alone

27th September 2025

At Wood Street Mission, we offer practical help through our SmartStart , Books Forever, Christmas and Family Basics projects – free of charge and without judgement.

150+ Years of Helping Families – But Why Are We Still Needed?

12th September 2025

A powerful narrative for donors, supporters, and the media that honours Wood Street Mission’s legacy while shining a light on why the work is far from over.

Just One Pencil – What Your Donation Really Does

22nd August 2025

It’s just a pencil. A small, everyday object. Easy to overlook. But when a child doesn’t have one, when they’re borrowing from classmates, avoiding homework, or sitting through lessons empty‑handed, it’s not just a missing pencil.

What a Level Playing Field Really Looks Like

13th August 2025

The cost of sending a child to school continues to rise, and for families already struggling, it can be crippling.

Wood Street Mission Shortlisted for ‘Most Loved Charity’ at the I Love MCR Awards 2025!

18th July 2025

When we talk about poverty, especially child poverty, the numbers we use aren’t just academic. They tell a story. And how we choose to measure those numbers makes a difference.

“After Housing Costs”: Why the Stats We Use Matter

10th July 2025

When we talk about poverty, especially child poverty, the numbers we use aren’t just academic. They tell a story. And how we choose to measure those numbers makes a difference.