Sandwell businesses are being invited to support a new Ramadan and Eid gifts appeal led by Sandwell Children’s Trust, helping ensure children and young people in care feel included, valued and able to celebrate important cultural and faith milestones.
Following the success of the Christmas Toy Appeal, the Trust is now seeking support for children and care-experienced young people during Ramadan and Eid. The appeal focuses on providing thoughtful, culturally relevant gifts that encourage learning and a sense of belonging.
Supporting young people
Ramadan is a significant period of reflection, faith and community for Muslims, followed by the celebration of Eid. For children and young people in care, receiving appropriate gifts at this time can make a huge difference to their wellbeing and sense of inclusion.
The appeal will support children and young people of all ages, including care-experienced young people. There is a particular need for age-appropriate gifts for older children and young adults, where suitable donations are often more difficult to find.
What to donate
Sandwell Children’s Trust is encouraging donations that are fun, faith-appropriate and educational. Suitable gifts include:
- Educational Islamic toys, such as prayer mats and Arabic learning tools
- Religious items, including Qur’ans and prayer beads
- Creative kits, such as crafts and colouring activities
- Personal items, including pyjamas and bags
- Books
- Traditional sweets and dates
How to get involved
Donations are requested by Monday 2 March, allowing social workers and practitioners time to distribute gifts ahead of Eid. Businesses can donate at the Sandwell Start-Up Hub in Oldbury.
For more information about the appeal or to discuss how your business can support, please contact Jackie Hodgkins, Communications Manager at Sandwell Children’s Trust: jackie_hodgkins@sandwellchildrenstrust.org
By taking part, Sandwell businesses can help ensure children and young people feel remembered and supported during an important time of year, while continuing to demonstrate the borough’s commitment to social value.
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