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Christmas Wishes · Toy Appeal 2026
Give a Local Child a Magical Christmas
For 13 years, Christmas Wishes has delivered gifts to families in Burgess Hill, Hassocks, and Hurstpierpoint who couldn't otherwise afford Christmas. This year, we need your help to reach 300+ families again.
300+
Families helped every year
8,000+
Gifts delivered since 2013
13
Years running in West Sussex
Two Easy Ways to Donate
Every gift must be new and unwrapped. No minimum spend — a book, a game, or a cuddly toy is just as welcome as anything else.
Drop Off at the Giving Tree
Bring a new, unwrapped toy to our 10-foot Giving Tree. We accept gifts for children of all ages — from babies right through to teenagers.
📍 197 Maple Drive, Burgess Hill
Open during appeal season · 19 Oct – 23 Nov 2026
Shop Our Amazon Wish List
Can't make it in person? Shop our curated Amazon Wish List from your sofa. Items are delivered directly to us — no wrapping, no drop-off needed.
View Amazon Wish List →Gift Ideas by Age Group
Not sure what to buy? Here are some ideas to get you started.
- · Soft toys
- · Board books
- · Bath toys
- · Shape sorters
- · Puzzles
- · Play-Doh
- · Colouring sets
- · Building blocks
- · Board games
- · LEGO sets
- · Art supplies
- · Story books
- · Craft kits
- · Card games
- · Journals
- · Headphones
A Community Built on Kindness
Christmas Wishes was founded in 2013 by four local volunteers who wanted to make sure no child in their community went without a gift at Christmas. Thirteen years on, we're still entirely volunteer-run — every single toy donated goes directly to a local family. No admin fees. No overheads. Just your kindness, wrapped up and delivered.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of toys can I donate?
Any new, unwrapped toy is welcome — from baby rattles to teenage craft kits. Please do not donate second-hand or used items.
When is the deadline to donate?
The 2026 appeal closes on 23 November. This gives us time to sort, wrap, and deliver all gifts before Christmas.
Where exactly is the Giving Tree?
197 Maple Drive, Burgess Hill, West Sussex. Look for the 10-foot Christmas tree — you can't miss it!
How do I know my donation reaches a local family?
Christmas Wishes operates entirely within Burgess Hill, Hassocks, and Hurstpierpoint. Every gift is hand-delivered by our volunteers to a local family referred to us by local support services.
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Make a Child's Christmas
The deadline is 23 November. Don't let it pass — a single toy from you could be the only gift a local child receives this Christmas.