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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.

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.

Goods For Good is on a mission to bring together businesses and communities, with a sustainable focus on people and the planet. Our commitment is to bring together a collective effort under the banner of recycling, repurposing, and reducing waste—for good! As we celebrate our 10th year, we are taking a bold step forward by shining a spotlight on the pressing issues of our time,  in an effort to combat climate change and protect our planet for future generations.

Goods For Good is delighted to announce that, for the second consecutive year, we are the recipients of support from Aviva’s Community Fund. This partnership brings an incredible opportunity to amplify the impact of our Twelve Gifts of Kindness Winter Appeal throughout the month of December.

As the international community gathers for COP28 we're calling for a renewed focus on sustainable humanitarian practices. We want to transform the narrative beyond COP28 and create a legacy that benefits both people and the planet. 

Imagine, every time you shop for groceries, clothes, or gifts, a portion of your spending goes toward providing vital aid to those in need. Make this Black Friday green - make your purchases count in a meaningful way and turn the act of shopping into a force for good.

In a remarkable collaboration Goods For Good and UK wealth management company St James's Place are making strides to empower individuals on their journey back to work. Having generously initiated a workwear donation drive, St James's Place is inviting colleagues to a three-day event which aims to provide those in need with the professional attire they require to make a positive impression during interviews and, ultimately, secure employment.