Christmas should be a time of excitement, happiness and special memories for every child. But for children who have experienced domestic abuse, the festive season can bring mixed emotions and difficult memories.

At RISE, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, valued and included, and to experience the magic of Christmas. That's why we're inviting our wonderful community to help make Christmas 2026 extra special by donating a gift for a local child who has experienced domestic abuse.

Every year, RISE brings together families who have accessed our services for a family Christmas party. A special part of the celebration is making sure every child receives a Christmas gift of their own. For a child who has experienced domestic abuse, receiving a gift can mean so much more than simply opening a present. It is a chance to feel remembered, included and celebrated. We're hoping to provide a range of gifts suitable for children of different ages and interests.

If you'd like to help, please do so by choosing a gift from our Christmas gift wishlist and having it delivered directly to RISE.

Please remember to send gifts unwrapped. This allows our team to see each item and carefully match presents to the children attending our Christmas celebration. Please donate by 30th November to give us enough time to organise, sort and prepare the gifts ahead of the event. Thank you in advance!