Harrogate charity launches Christmas tree giving appeal to help prevent homelessness this festive season

The Harrogate Homeless Project believes that no one should be on their own at Christmas, and certainly not without a warm roof over their head and food to eat.

By making a suggested donation of £10, you will have the opportunity to leave a message on one of their wooden house tree decorations.

These will then get hung on their Christmas tree throughout the month of December at their Springboard Day Centre.

Richard Cooper, CEO of Harrogate Homeless Project, said: “No other season feels so desperate for homeless people or those at risk of homelessness.

"Supporting our Christmas Tree giving appeal means you will help someone get through this difficult time.

"No one should be alone, on the streets and hungry.

"Your Christmas gift can help us prevent homelessness and help those who are homeless and to help our team to support them with health, addiction and other problems.”

As a special touch, they’ll be asking clients to write messages onto the decorations and hang them on the tree.

This way, they will directly experience the care you have shown and know there are people out there who want to make a difference.

Christine, a ex-client at the Harrogate Homeless Project, said: “During my time at Harrogate Homeless Project, I experienced true kindness.

"The people who work here are just amazing and nothing is ever too much trouble.

"I never felt judged, just supported and helped with regaining my confidence.

"Thank you Harrogate Homeless Project.”

To get involved, visit https://www.harrogate-homeless-project.org.uk/christmas-tree-giving-appeal/