At St. Vincent’s we love the count down to Christmas! This is such a special time of year and we try to remember the true meaning of Christmas and to always think of other less fortunate than ourselves. This year, why don’t you try a different type of Advent calendar?
Advent Giving Calendar
Advent is a special season in the Church’s year when we prepare to celebrate the coming
of Christ. However, for people experiencing poverty, Christmas can be a difficult time.
And with the Cost of Living crisis, many in our communities are facing food insecurity.
This Advent Giving Calendar is designed for you to use this season as a time to think
about those who might need some extra support this Christmas. You can follow along
each day and make up a food parcel that you generously donate to your local food
project.
What is the Caritas Food Collective?
Projects include food banks and pantries, food collections, food sharing and cooking initiatives, all to tackle poverty and create connection through cuisine.
How to use the Advent Giving Calendar
Each day in Advent, find the corresponding star on the calendar which will tell you what
you need to buy to add to your collection.
Take your food parcel to the drop off point of your chosen project – you might want to
take it in early to make sure it is there in time to help people this Christmas.
Not able to donate certain items?
Give what you can, or donate something that you would like to receive. You could also consider donating your time instead, by volunteering. Or if you are talented at knitting, maybe you could make a blanket to help keep others warm?
How to find your local food project
You can bring in your donations to school or contact the Caritas Food Collective and they can help you find a local project.
Take a look at our map of projects around the Diocese of Westminster by visiting
Caritas Social Action Map (Type in your location, select “food bank” in the filters, and press “search”).
Remember to leave a comment below to let us know if you use the Caritas Advent Calendar.
I think that everyone should have the opportunity to have food so I will bring as much long lasting food for the people in need to have.
That is a great idea to support other family’s. We are happy to help make a difference.
I think this is a great idea, and I would like to bring in food to help people who need it
I have started to buy these food items. My mum said that she will take me to drop these at the food bank. I am excited to do this. I cannot wait to help people when I grow up. I want to make a difference to make this world a better place for everyone.
I think that this Advent Giving Calendar is a great way to help others and to prepare for Christmas! I am looking forward to bringing in some food!