Spread the Joy This Christmas Season
As the Christmas bells start to ring and the glow of Christmas lights brightens our homes, even the smallest act of kindness can light up someone’s day. There’s always a way to share the magic of Christmas and give back to your community. Whether it’s through lending your time, sharing your talents, or offering a warm smile and goodwill, every gesture brings a little more joy to the season. Keep an eye on this page as we unwrap new ways to spread Christmas cheer and make this festive season truly special for those around us.
Rotary to Orpington District E-Club
HO HO HO! Santa Needs a Tow!
Do you have a vehicle with a tow bar? Rotary need YOU to help bring the festive spirit to Orpington and Petts Wood this December!
Rotary to Orpington District E-Club is seeking drivers to tow their sleigh through the streets on the evenings of December 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th, from 6pm to around 8pm.
If you’re available and ready to spread some festive cheer, please get in touch with: Dawnbbell@aol.com or Potter.Mags61@gmail.com
The Maypole Project
The Glades Collections with a choir
Where: The Glades, Bromley, BR1 1DN
When: from 11:00am - 4:00pm on
- Wednesday 4thDecember
- Saturday 14thDecember
- Tuesday 17thDecember
The Maypole Project’s fabulous collections with choirs at The Glades is back! They have 3 dates confirmed packed full of a mix of children and adult choirs to delight shoppers and help us to collect donations. They just need some lovely volunteers who would be willing to hold a bucket and interact with shoppers, collecting donations whilst the choirs are singing.
Tesco Orpington Collection
Where: Tesco Orpington Extra, Orpington, BR6 ONH
When: Saturday 7th December, 10:00am - 4:00pm
The Maypole Project are also hosting a collection at Tesco's in Orpington - again they would love any fun and festive volunteers who are happy to collect from buckets and have a chat to the public about the work that they do.
If you are able to spare an hour or two of your time for these events, they would be so appreciative. If you would like to get involved, please email volunteer@themaypoleproject.co.uk
CASPA
Bromley Brighter Beginnings
BBB’s Christmas hampers offer comfort to families overwhelmed by the costs that December brings.
Their Christmas hampers are packed with PJs, stocking fillers, books, toiletries and food vouchers. Every item included is only possible because of the generosity of supporters.
Visit their Christmas shop and pick out a present or even donate a whole hamper. These start from just £7 and really will make a huge difference.
Volunteering opportunities across London
Lodnon Lifelines - Winter Volunteering
Find out about more Festive Volunteering opportunities across London, including opportunities at:
- South East London Christmas Dinner
- Crisis
- Food Chain
- Re-engage
- British Heart Foundation Shop
Culture Calling - Christmas Volunteering in London
Christmas is the most popular time of year for volunteering, so why not grab that festive spirit and give back and help out those people in need. Click here to view a range of volunteering opportunities available in London this Christmas
Circle Help
Become Santa's Little Helper!
When: Every Sunday of December + Boxing Day, from 10am to 5pm
What: Join us for a heartwarming door-to-door toy collection! We'll be spreading joy by collecting gently used toys and monetary donations (donation squares provided) and distributing leaflets about our initiative. Volunteers will be provided with t-shirts, Santa hats, and duffle bags for collecting toys. Plus, a team member will be there to support you during the collection.
Leaflet Distributor Opportunity!
When: Weekends of December
What: Help us reach more people by distributing leaflets in designated neighbourhoods! Volunteers will have donation squares for those who wish to contribute and will receive all necessary leaflets. You'll be making a big difference by spreading the word and supporting our mission.
Contact: Kenza Hadj-Brahim kenza@circle.help
Chislehurst Rotary Club
It's coming up to one of their major events of the year - the Christmas Collections. This is loved by the community and Chislehurst Rotary Club much enjoy doing them. However, the collections need manpower and they are short of volunteers this year! They are having to consider not doing some days due to a shortage of helpers even though they know that many children within our Community would be most disappointed.
If you can help them, please email rcchislehurst@gmail.com. They will then contact you to finalise the details.
Bromley Children & Families Fourm
Volunteers are needed on the following dates between 9am and 5pm:
- 9th December
- 10th December
- 12th December
- 16th December
- 19th December
Volunteers will help wrap gifts and spread some holiday cheer! Shifts are flexible, and you’re welcome to volunteer for as many days as you’re available.
Let’s come together to make a positive impact in our community this holiday season.
To find out more please email charityadmin@bcfforum.org.