Give a gift. Make a lasting memory.
For some families, Christmas can be a struggle. The Burnley Together Christmas Gift Appeal is helping make sure every child has something to unwrap and a Christmas memory to treasure.
You can help by donating a new, unwrapped Christmas gift for a child or teenager aged 0 to 18.
Remember how you felt when you unwrapped your favourite Christmas present. Now’s your chance to spread the magic this Christmas.
How you can help
- Choose a new, unwrapped gift for a child or teenager aged 0 to 18.
- Take your gift to one of our collection points by 4 December 2026.
- Donate one gift or several. Every gift can help make Christmas special for a child.
Every child is unique, so all types of gifts are welcome. Think about a child or teenager you know. What would make them smile on Christmas morning?
A few things to remember:
Please make sure all gifts are new and unwrapped and suitable for children and young people aged 0 to 18.
If you’re unsure what to buy, think about a child or teenager you know and what would make them smile on Christmas morning.
Where to donate
Take your gift to your nearest Burnley Together Christmas Gift Appeal collection point by 4 December 2026.
Take your donation to a Burnley Together Christmas Gift Appeal collection point. These will be available at workplaces and businesses across Burnley, or you can donate at Down Town, Charter Walk Shopping Centre (above New Look).
Keep an eye out we will be adding collection points soon.
Help spread the word
You can also help by telling your friends, family, colleagues and customers about the Christmas Gift Appeal.
The more people who know about the appeal, the more children we can help make Christmas special for.
Christmas gift guide
Not sure what to buy? We’ve put together some ideas to help you choose a gift.
Babies and toddlers
- Soft toys
- Books
- Bath toys
- Musical and sensory toys
- Building and stacking toys
- Baby and toddler games
- Dressing-up clothes
- Puzzles
Children aged 4 to 7
- Arts and crafts sets
- Books
- Board games and card games
- Puzzles
- LEGO and building sets
- Cars and vehicles
- Dolls and soft toys
- Outdoor toys
- Dressing-up costumes
Children aged 8 to 12
- Board games and card games
- Books
- Craft and creative sets
- LEGO and building sets
- Puzzles
- Science and experiment kits
- Sports equipment
- Collectibles
- Games and toys linked to their favourite hobbies
Teenagers aged 13 to 18
Teenagers can sometimes be the hardest to buy for, but there are lots of options.
- Gift cards
- Toiletry and self-care sets
- Books
- Art and creative supplies
- Games
- Sports equipment
- Puzzles
- Accessories
- Stationery
- Gifts linked to music, films, gaming or hobbies
Gift cards are welcome too. They can be a great choice for teenagers, giving them the chance to choose something they’ll really enjoy.
What happens to your gifts?
Every gift donated to the Christmas Gift Appeal will help make Christmas special for a child or teenager in Burnley.
Schools and organisations identify families who would benefit from support at Christmas. They then come and choose gifts that are suited to each child or young person.
This means your gift can help a local child have something special to open on Christmas morning and create a happy memory that can last a lifetime.