Donegal has given almost 27,000 Christmas shoebox gifts in last three years

Locals in Donegal have given 26,439 Christmas shoebox gifts for children affected by poverty over the last three years.

The charity’s figures show that in the last three years, kind-hearted donors in Donegal have created almost 27,000 gifts. Drop-off points remain open around the county until November 15 and can be found here

“The support we have received from the people of Donegal since 2010 has been incredible,” said Team Hope CEO Deborah Lowry. “But there’s always a need for more shoeboxes, so it would be great if schools, parents, businesses and community groups across the county can come together for one last push to create their own.

“They are often packed by children for children and carry not only toys and treats but also the invisible gifts of love and hope. That kindness, travelling across oceans, reminds a child that they are not forgotten – that someone, somewhere cares about them.”

Since 2010, Team Hope has delivered over 2.8 million shoebox gifts from Ireland to countries across Africa and Eastern Europe—and will ship its three-millionth in the coming weeks.

Donors, if they prefer, can choose to send a personalised €25 shoebox online through Team Hope’s website, right up until Christmas Eve.