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December 03, 2025
Tesco shoppers encouraged to donate toys to help children in need
Tesco Southampton and Hythe stores are collecting new, unwrapped toy donations until December 15 to support children in need this Christmas.
**Tesco Shoppers in Southampton and Hythe Urged to Donate Toys to Brighten Christmas for Local Children**
Southampton and Hythe residents have a heartwarming opportunity to spread festive cheer this holiday season. Local Tesco stores are partnering with community organizations to collect new, unwrapped toy donations for children in need, ensuring that more families can experience the joy of Christmas morning.
Until December 15th, shoppers at Tesco stores in Southampton and Hythe are encouraged to purchase an extra toy while doing their grocery shopping and donate it to the in-store collection point. The initiative aims to provide gifts for children who might otherwise go without this Christmas, offering a small token of hope and happiness during what can be a challenging time for many families.
The call for donations focuses specifically on new and unwrapped toys to ensure that all gifts are suitable and safe for distribution. This allows partner charities to personalize the gifts based on age and gender, making the presents even more meaningful. Organizers are hoping for a generous response from the community, with donations of all kinds welcome, from dolls and action figures to board games, books, and art supplies. The goal is to cater to a wide range of ages and interests, ensuring that every child receives a gift they will truly cherish.
“Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration for all children,” said a Tesco representative. “We are delighted to be supporting this initiative, which will help to bring smiles to the faces of children in need within our local community. We encourage our customers to get involved and donate whatever they can, no matter how small, to make a real difference this Christmas.”
The donated toys will be distributed to local charities and organizations working with vulnerable children and families in the Southampton and Hythe areas. These organizations will then ensure that the toys reach the children who need them most, helping to alleviate some of the financial pressures faced by families during the festive season. By participating in this initiative, Tesco shoppers can play a direct role in bringing Christmas magic to children in their community.
Southampton and Hythe residents have a heartwarming opportunity to spread festive cheer this holiday season. Local Tesco stores are partnering with community organizations to collect new, unwrapped toy donations for children in need, ensuring that more families can experience the joy of Christmas morning.
Until December 15th, shoppers at Tesco stores in Southampton and Hythe are encouraged to purchase an extra toy while doing their grocery shopping and donate it to the in-store collection point. The initiative aims to provide gifts for children who might otherwise go without this Christmas, offering a small token of hope and happiness during what can be a challenging time for many families.
The call for donations focuses specifically on new and unwrapped toys to ensure that all gifts are suitable and safe for distribution. This allows partner charities to personalize the gifts based on age and gender, making the presents even more meaningful. Organizers are hoping for a generous response from the community, with donations of all kinds welcome, from dolls and action figures to board games, books, and art supplies. The goal is to cater to a wide range of ages and interests, ensuring that every child receives a gift they will truly cherish.
“Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration for all children,” said a Tesco representative. “We are delighted to be supporting this initiative, which will help to bring smiles to the faces of children in need within our local community. We encourage our customers to get involved and donate whatever they can, no matter how small, to make a real difference this Christmas.”
The donated toys will be distributed to local charities and organizations working with vulnerable children and families in the Southampton and Hythe areas. These organizations will then ensure that the toys reach the children who need them most, helping to alleviate some of the financial pressures faced by families during the festive season. By participating in this initiative, Tesco shoppers can play a direct role in bringing Christmas magic to children in their community.
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