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Every contribution helps. Together, we can provide a festive gift box for every patient, helping to make their Christmas Day merry and bright.
2,000 people will spend Christmas in a Northamptonshire hospital this year. Let’s make sure they don’t feel forgotten.
For many, Christmas is a time for family and togetherness, but being in hospital can mean missing out on those moments. Some won’t have visitors, and even those with loved ones nearby can still feel lonely.
That’s why we’re bringing back the Northamptonshire Elf Service, delivering festive gift boxes to patients and staff across our local hospitals.
How You Can Help
By donating money or taking part in fundraising activities, we can make the most of every gift and ensure everyone receives something special.
Fundraise for us
We’d love to hear from local businesses, schools, and community groups to get creative and host festive fundraising activities to support our campaign.
Buy raffle tickets
Take part to help spread cheer to people in hospital over Christmas and you could win fantastic prizes.
We loved hearing your feedback last year!
Here’s what some of the people who received gifts had to say:
You touched my heart
So wonderfully kind!
A big, big thank you!
The Raffle of Joy is open!
Take part and help spread cheer to people in hospital over Christmas. You could win fantastic prizes.
Donating money helps us make the most of every gift and ensures everyone receives something special.
Thanks to your generous donations and community fundraising, we’re able to make sure that each box is:
• Thoughtfully selected and suitable for all wards
• Bespoke and appropriate for all ages and needs
• Filled with practical items that can be enjoyed safely
“Even though I had my husband and son, I woke up on Christmas Day and still felt quite lonely.”
Linda’s words capture exactly why these gifts matter. They may be small tokens, but they brighten a patient’s day, bring comfort at a difficult time, and remind people they are not forgotten.
Festive Fundraising Inspiration
- Organise a community carol concert
- Host a Christmas bake sale
- Run a festive quiz night
- Set up a collection box at work or in your local shop
Frequently Asked Questions
You can donate to our appeal or organise a festive fundraising activity.
We will also be launching our Raffle of Joy where you will be able to support us by buying or selling raffle tickets. More information coming soon, be sure to be added to our mailing list to ensure you are on our “Nice List”
Yes, but all gifts must be coordinated through Northamptonshire Health Charity. Please contact us before drop-off.
Monetary donations allow fair distribution, compliance with infection control, and suitable gifts for all patients.
By donating or fundraising, you help us:
- Ensure equity across all wards and age groups
- Reduce waste and make the most of every pound to support more patients
- Most importantly of all, our elves follow infection control procedures to keep everyone safe.
All donations are pooled centrally to ensure fairness and safety. Specific items, such as children’s toys, are coordinated with the appropriate wards.
Give us a call on: 01604 626927
or Email us at: [email protected]
Our office opening hours are 9:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.