As the twinkling lights start to appear across Manchester and Salford, we’re reminded that Christmas is about more than just presents under the tree, it’s about kindness, community, and the simple joy of knowing someone cares.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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The cost of sending a child to school continues to rise, and for families already struggling, it can be crippling.
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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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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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Could your Friday breakfast money change a local child's school year?
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