One Less Empty Seat This Christmas
Give someone a place at the table this Christmas.
Just £5 could provide a warm Christmas meal for someone experiencing homelessness.
This Christmas, help Changing Lives offer more than a meal. Help us provide warmth, connection and a reminder that nobody should feel forgotten.
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This Christmas, no one should feel forgotten.
For someone experiencing the challenges of homelessness, Christmas can be a lonely time. Behind every empty seat is a person. Someone’s child, parent, sibling, partner or friend.
The Changing Lives Christmas Meal Appeal returns to Café 16 in Newcastle Cathedral on the 22nd December and for the first time, Sunderland Minster Café at the Minster on the 21st December.
Donate £5 today and help make someone’s Christmas a little brighter.
Any additional funds raised will help Changing Lives support people beyond the festive season, providing:
Cooking equipment enabling people in our services to make more home cooked meals.
Cooking classes for people in our services to develop their cooking and budgeting skills.
Welcome household packs including items such as bedding, kettles, toaster, microwave or air fryers.
Welcome toiletry pack such as shampoo, body wash, sanitary items, or dental hygiene products.
Digital access support such as phones, data, or basic devices to stay connected.
Read how your donations have helped people
These case studies highlight the real impact of your support, providing not just meals, but essential items, practical support and a sense of hope during a difficult time of year.
Our Campaign Partners
Read about our partnership with North East Updates, Newcastle Cathedral and the Oswin Project who have helped make this campaign a success year after year.
Christmas Appeal Partners