Christmas is the time of year when we see so much generosity and kindness. We meet so many wonderful people, community groups, faith groups and businesses who want to support their local community in times of need.

Christmas Resources

This year we have our Christmas 2024 Shopping List and our Reverse Advent Calendar. Both resources can be downloaded to be shared far and wide.

 

 

If you are able to arrange a collection of food and toiletry items this Christmas, it would be much appreciated. 

 

Donations can be taken to one of our collection points, unless it's a large collection, in which case give us a call and we can look to arrange to pick it up.

 

Your support will help those in need across the Black Country, building a sense of community and strengthening generosity over Christmas.

 

What is a Reverse Advent Calendar

A Reverse Advent Calendar is a wonderful alternative to the traditional Advent calendar. Instead of receiving a small gift or treat each day leading up to Christmas, participants in a Reverse Advent Calendar gather items to donate to those in need. Everyone can take part, in your workplace, school, community group, faith group or as a family on the run up to Christmas.

 

Here’s how you can create and participate in a Reverse Advent Calendar:

  • Choose a container
    • Select a box, basket, or another container to hold your collected items.
  • Create a calendar
    • Determine the number of days you want your reverse Advent calendar to run. Traditionally, Advent calendars have 24 days, but you can adapt it as you wish. If you're starting late, don't worry; the main idea is to contribute what you can. If you don’t complete it then don’t worry, every donation counts!
  • Collect items
    • Each day, add a non-perishable food item and/or toiletry item to your container.
  • Spread the word
    • Share your Reverse Advent Calendar journey on social media or within your community. Encourage others to join you in the effort, either by creating their own calendars or contributing to yours.
  • Deliver the donations
    • Once your Advent calendar is complete, you can drop the donations to our central warehouse or one of our foodbanks - make sure to check the opening hours before you make the journey on our website.

 

 

To ensure we can distribute all of the amazing donations and Christmas treats, we ask that festive items such as mince pies, puddings and selection boxes can be donated to us with plenty of time to allow us to distribute them out via our foodbanks, to ensure that everyone receives the items in time for Christmas.

If you would like more information, or would like to arrange collection of a large donation, then please call 01384 671250 or email admin@blackcountryfoodbank.org.uk.

 

Thank you and Merry Christmas