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FAQ’s about Operation Santa Dudley borough
How are we funded? My salary is paid by Dudley CVS, the charity I work for and they have run this appeal for over 40 years. Everyone who helps is a VOLUNTEER who gives their time for free We run the appeal from a venue which has been given to us for FREE. In 2019…
Read MoreDoes your child need a coat for the winter season? Coats for Kids is now in Stourbridge and collecting now! @WeAreBCR
Let me tell you about an amazing community project called Coats for Kids. This is a nationwide project which takes donations of new and used children’s coats to give to others in the community for free, no questions asked. The project aims to: Ensure that every child enjoys outdoor play with warm clothing Tackle financial…
Read MoreOperation Santa Dudley borough 2019 – another epic adventure!
Dudley CVS which is a registered charity, has run its Operation Santa appeal for over 40 years and in 2019 was proud once again to work together to connect, collaborate and build partnerships with individuals, organisations, groups and businesses across Dudley borough, and beyond! It was been another whirlwind of activity with 12994 donations and some amazing support, and…
Read MoreOur final donations total @WeAreBCR
Ending on a high with 12746 donations @WeAreBCR
So as Operation Santa closes for 2019 let’s celebrate another amazing year with a huge number of donations = happy faces for local children and young people on Christmas morning. Here’s to all you lovelies who’ve supported – the amazing elves – Trev, Jayne, Steve, Sarah, Phil and the people who popped in for coffee…
Read MoreOur lovely supporters
So many wonderful people have supported us this year and here’s the current list 🙂 Airtime Ajaib Paul – DMBC Alex Sutton All Saints Claverley Amanda Field Amblecote Methodist Church Ami Flanaghan Amy Shaw – DMBC Andy Elbro Anita Metelko DMBC Anonymous Bethan Tolley Beverley Smith BH Performsnce Bill Perry & Judie Perry Blaze…
Read MoreA phenomenal day at our first of three Christmas parties
So today we had a wonderful party at DY1 with lots of happy children enjoying a turkey dinner, entertainment and a present from a Santa. This is why we do what we do
Read MoreWe’re on our final week, but we are so ready @WeAreBCR
We’ve had a frantic, but fortunate week as #teamsanta enter the final week of what we do. It’s been a week of laughter, tears and on one occasion Morris dancing! 🙈 Huge thanks to our fabulous friends at Black Country Radio for helping us reach more potential donors than ever before, we are so grateful.…
Read MoreWe’ve updated our supporters list – so many lovely people
Apologies for the delay but I’ve finally updated our Supporters list and wanted to say a huge thank you to the lovely people who have supported us so far this year 🙂 Airtime All Saints Claverley Amanda Field Amy Shaw – DMBC Andy Elbro Beverley Smith Bill Perry & Judie Perry Blaze Hair Boo Lewis…
Read MoreA grateful group – lovely words as they wrap the gifts for the kids they support
“To Team Santa. I cannot explain how amazing it is to be able to give our children the presents you’ve donated to us, it’s hugely appreciated. Every year you give such amazing presents for our children. A huge thank you from Dudley Young Carers. I hope you and all the team have an amazing Christmas!!!…
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