Every year, for more years than we can remember, Lamplighters has held a Christmas fundraiser. It’s started as a book and jigsaw puzzle sale and has developed into a Christmas fair making over £2000 in the hour that it runs for! 

It always happens on the 3rd Friday in November, for a lot of people it is the start of their Christmas. Not only does it raise money for The Leprosy Mission, it’s a great chance for the community to get together, have fun and buy some great Christmas gifts! We collect items all during the year so we have plenty to sell on the night, every penny really does count.

Like most events last year, we had to cancel The Christmas Fair. While we were really disappointed that we didn’t  get to enjoy this great event, something amazing happened. People came together in a virtual way and began raising money at home and in their bubbles. From chutney, to Christmas decorations, cake making to hampers people used their skills and talents to make a difference. So instead of raising £2000, the total was £4600!

This year, things have been returning to normal but we were so moved by people efforts last year we have decided to have an in person fair and an online one as well. We know not everyone feel comfortable being out and about yet, and some people are just too far away to join us but we would love everyone to be able to join in! 

We can’t wait to see you all at the fair or online, and we are excited for all the fun to come. All your efforts make a huge difference to people affected by leprosy and the work of The Leprosy Mission  

Small acts. Big Love.

Thank you xx

The Leprosy Mission is an international Christian development organisation that diagnoses, treats and offers holistic care to people affected by leprosy. Our aim is to transform lives and fight the effects of leprosy - from preventable disability to poverty and discrimination.