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Each year, through our Be a Star Christmas Appeal, The Salvation Army provides gifts for children, support for those who are alone, and festive food parcels or Christmas meals for people facing hardship. Working in partnership with local schools, social services and other agencies, we help ensure that children wake up to gifts on Christmas morning, families can enjoy a Christmas meal with dignity and hope, and older people and vulnerable individuals experience companionship and connection during the festive season. Together, we help ensure that no one in our community feels forgotten or alone at Christmas.
Suggested Gift List for Children and Young People
We believe every child deserves a new gift at Christmas so we are unable to take used or second hand items for the Christmas Present Appeal.
0-3 years: dolls, teddy bears, cot mobiles, baby clothes, bath toys, puzzles
3-5: dolls and action figures, cars, lorries, colouring sets, pencils, crayons, books, puzzles
5-9: educational games & toys, stationery (colouring sets, pencils, crayons, school sets), books, puzzles, wordsearch, crosswords
9-12: games and toys, stationery, books, t-shirts, hair accessories, gloves, scarves, hats
13-16: books, make-up and toiletries (please try to ensure non-allergic ingredients if possible), gloves, scarves, hats, t-shirts, hair accessories and gift vouchers
To donate your new, unwrapped toys and gifts for Children Aged 0-18 please visit us at:
Glasgow West Salvation Army - Church and Community Centre
105 - 107 Medwyn Street, Whiteinch, Glasgow, G14 9QJ
Sundays: 10-11am & 12:30-2pm, Tuesdays: 10-11:30am & 12-2pm or Wednesdays: 12-3pm (until Sunday 6th December 2026)
For more info, please contact our Toy Appeal and Food Bank Co-ordinator at Glasgow.West@salvationarmy.org.uk
Over the years, millions of children and young people have benefited from gifts donated to The Salvation Army.
By giving a gift to our Christmas Present Appeal you can make a real difference in someone’s life at Christmas.