Make a Difference this Christmas….

For many centuries Christmas has been a time for the giving and exchanging of gifts, especially between friends and family members.

Though Christmas gifts are always a delight to open, you can make them even more meaningful, knowing that they reach more than just those you love.  A gift of hope and cheer is truly unforgettable and wonderful. Christmas gifts are gifts that endure, gifts that will continue giving even after they have been given away.

But thanks to Target and Kmart, thousands of disadvantaged Australians will receive an unexpected gift on Christmas morning. Gift donations are placed under Wishing Trees located in stores, in readiness for distribution to people in need via the Appeal’s charity partners.

To participate in the Appeal simply place a gift (wrapped or unwrapped) under the Christmas Wishing Tree located at the front of any store. Take a gift tag from the Wishing Tree to specify the age and gender of a suitable recipient and place it with your gift.  Gifts do not need to be purchased from the stores.  The stores simply act as facilitators, enabling their charity partners to reach the wider public.

So lets join forces to help bring a little Christmas joy to disadvantaged Australians.

However, if the Christmas Tree Gift is not your kind of cause, you might want to take a look at one of the following charities:

Operation Christmas Child 

Pack a shoe box with school supplies, small toys and other gifts with your personal note.  The gifts are delivered to needy children overseas.

Make A Wish 

Grant the wishes of children with life threatening medical conditions.

Destiny Rescue 

Destiny Rescue is an Australian based foundation that reaches out to the children most in need across the world.

The Salvation Army:  Christmas Charity 

Donations provide Christmas dinners, clothing, and toys for families in need.

ACT For Kids 

Play your part in stopping child abuse and neglect for good.