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Rising costs and fuel poverty have left families across the UK facing impossible choices. Through our Give a Gift for Good appeal, supported by Aviva, we’ve been able to bring hope and relief to thousands during the challenging winter months.

When Rosalind Bluestone launched Goods For Good in 2014, it wasn’t just the start of a new chapter for her—it was the beginning of a movement. Driven by both necessity and compassion, Rosalind took her years of experience and channeled them into a mission to help people and protect the planet. Here’s how a dining room table in Borehamwood became the foundation for a charity delivering hope across the globe.

In a significant expansion of our ongoing partnership, UNIQLO has announced a global initiative to donate one million HEATTECH thermal clothing items to those in need.

This winter, thousands of people are feeling the strain of rising costs, reduced winter fuel payments, and the impossible choice between heating their homes or buying essential items. Through our Give a Gift For Good appeal, we aim to deliver 1,000 Gifts For Good and we need to raise £25,000 to do this. Thanks to the incredible support of Aviva's Community Fund all donation made until 22nd December will be doubled!

David Lloyd Clubs have kickstarted our winter response with an incredible contribution of £50,000 worth of essential clothing and toiletries. Their support means we’re better equipped to respond to those who need our support in the months ahead.

As catastrophic floods continue to devastate Central Europe, Goods For Good has swiftly mobilised to deliver essential aid. With over 1,000 hygiene buckets sent to affected areas in Poland within 24 hours, our rapid response is saving lives. Learn more about our ongoing efforts and how you can help.

Living on £9 a week is more than just a financial challenge, it's an impossible budget that forces families to make heartbreaking decisions every day. For families seeking asylum in the UK, this must cover all their basic needs, from food and clothing to school supplies for their children. As the new school year approaches, the pressures only intensify, making it nearly impossible for parents to provide the essentials that many of us take for granted.

Education is a powerful tool that can change lives, and our efforts in Sierra Leone highlight this transformative potential. By providing the working children of Freetown with uniforms and sportswear we are supporting their access to education, offering them a chance to escape hazardous work environments and unlock opportunities that can lead to a brighter future. Our recent efforts in Sierra Leone mark the delivery of aid to our 30th country globally and our 5th in Africa. This achievement demonstrates our commitment to supporting communities worldwide.

When someone is in the depths of despair and contemplating ending their own life, having a place where they feel safe and supported is essential.  That's why we support organisations like Minds At War, and it's why we teamed up with our partners at Silent Night to provide them with custom-made mattresses for their Big Yellow Battle Bus which provides crucial support to armed forces veterans and their families across Herts, Beds and Bucks.

Sadly, the lush green countryside of Moldova cannot mask the deep-rooted issues of poverty and neglect. Just a three hour flight from the UK, it's hard to take in the stark contrast of beauty and deprivation that we witnessed on our recent visit to the country. Travelling with our partners Uniqlo to meet our new charity partner Hope4, it was a tale of two halves; one of sadness as we saw firsthand the dire circumstances faced by the communities we visited, and one of happiness as we were able to distribute essentials to children, families and the elderly in the orphanages, hostels and centres we travelled to.