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NEWS AND EVENTS

This Christmas, Let’s Give with Purpose, Not Just Presents

14th November 2025

We get it. Christmas is magical, but it can also be overwhelming. Between the glittering ads, endless gift guides, and pressure to buy “just one more thing,” it’s easy to get swept up in spending.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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“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.

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What £10 Means to You – And What It Could Mean to a Child This New School Year

8th July 2025

Could your Friday breakfast money change a local child's school year?

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Back-to-School Confidence: Why Uniforms Matter More Than You Think

13th June 2025

Donating to Wood Street is now even easier!

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