Christmas Gifts for Ukraine Children. As Christmas decorations appear across Swindon, the Swindon Humanitarian Aid Partnership (SHAP) plans to bring some festive joy to children in the worst-hit areas of Ukraine.
SHAP are collecting new or nearly-new toys, games, craft kits, crayons, stationery, and wrapping paper. They’ll then ensure the donations get gift-wrapped and given to orphanages and communities. There, SHAP’s local contacts ensure they’ll get the warmest of receptions.
Swindon may not be able to stop the war. But together we can help to brighten a Ukrainian child’s Christmas.
Donation points
- The Community Centre @ Christ Church, Cricklade Street, Old Town, Swindon SN1 3HB
- The Ellendune Community Centre, Barrett Way, Wroughton SN4 9LW
Christmas wrapping
From the end of October, SHAP are holding wrapping events open to anyone on the first three Saturdays of the November to help with wrapping the gifts. So if you’re a cut-above with a pair of scissors and a roll of Sellotape I’m sure they’d be delighted to hear from you.
About SHAP
The Swindon Humanitarian Aid Partnership (SHAP) is a non-governmental organization (NGO). It formed in the days after the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
Their board comprises British and Ukrainian nationals and with a dedicated team of volunteers. The organization remains determined to support Ukraine and Ukrainians to the best of their ability.Â
Volunteers undertake all this work – SHAP don’t pay wages or salaries to anyone.
Find them on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/SHAP.Ukraine/
