Each year, with the help of our generous community, we donate around 100 Christmas Aroha Baskets to families and individuals in Mangawhai who are needing a little support over the festive season.

If you’re able to donate to this year's drive, please drop off non-perishable festive food items and new unwrapped gifts for children (newborn - 18yrs) to one of the collection points by Monday 15th December.

Please also be sure to share the love by supporting stall holders at our local markets and small businesses around Mangawhai when purchasing items to donate.

Ideas for non-perishable festive foods include: Biscuits, crackers, chocolate, candy canes, mixed nuts, puddings, jelly, fruit mince tarts, pretzels, pop corn, chips, reduced cream and onion soup for dips, canned fruit, bottles or cans of drinks, tea bags, coffee, hot chocolate. Essentially food items that can be enjoyed over the Christmas period to make the days feel a little more festive.

Financial donations for the purchasing of perishable food and gifts can also be made here.

A huge thank you to our collection points, our amazing community for your generous donations, plus our volunteers and staff. This initiative would not be possible without all of your support.