Elaine’s Toy & Gift Appeal is a local charity dedicated to bringing happiness, hope and smiles to children and young people experiencing hardship in Lichfield and the surrounding district.
The charity’s purpose is to provide toys and gifts to children who are facing difficult circumstances and may otherwise miss out on the simple joy of receiving a present.
We believe every child deserves to feel special, valued and remembered, regardless of their family's financial circumstances. While a toy or gift may seem like a small thing, it can create a precious memory, bring a smile to a child's face and offer a little happiness during a challenging time.
We're currently accepting donations through our Amazon wishlist.
Thank you for your generosity and support!
The charity’s central aim is to get toys and gifts to children and young people experiencing need, hardship or distress. These gifts can bring happiness, excitement and a sense of being remembered.
By providing gifts, the appeal can help ease some of the pressure on families who may be struggling financially or going through a particularly challenging time.
A toy or present can mean much more than the item itself. It can give a child something to look forward to, help them feel included and create a happy memory during a difficult period.
Children and young people living in South Staffordshire.
Those experiencing conditions of need, hardship or distress.
Young people who can benefit from receiving donated toys and gifts.
Financial donations can help the charity reach more children through its work.
Check with the appeal about current needs, accepted items and arrangements before donating.
Schools, workplaces, community groups and local clubs can help raise money or collect gifts.
Sharing the appeal’s work can help connect it with potential donors, volunteers and community partners.
delivered
15000+
gifts
worked with
200+
schools and businesses
reached
6000+
children
Our Founder Elaine Hutchings! Elaine is widely recognised across the district for her extensive philanthropic work; creating Elaine's Toy and Gift Appeal in 2018. She's known for her local business leadership and contributions to community wellbeing, for which she was awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the King's 2024 New Year Honours List.
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