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SUMMARY:Christmas Shoe Box Appeal 2026
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DESCRIPTION:As we approach another Christmas\, I will once again be workin
 g with a group in the Merriott Benefice that fills shoe boxes for children
  and adults in Ukraine\, Kosovo and Albania\, where there is still a despe
 rate need.  There is such joy and gratitude when the boxes are delivered. 
  If anyone in the village is interested in helping\, either donating or fi
 lling the boxes ready for dispatch\, please contact Sally-Ann and/or Trevo
 r.\n\nDonate:\n- a box filled for a chosen age and gender\n- fillers from 
 the items suggested in the leaflet\n- gifts to help cover transport costs\
 , and to buy more fillers\n- spare\, empty\, medium-sized shoe boxes\n\nWe
  are deeply grateful for all your help.  Closing date is 30 October 2026.\
 n\nMessage from Trevor and Sally-Ann:\nWe’re collecting *new items* to f
 ill shoeboxes for those in need. Every donation\, big or small\, makes a d
 ifference.\n\n✨ *Essential Items*\nShampoo or shower gel • Deodorant 
 • Sanitary products • Toothpaste & toothbrush • Razors • Underwear
  • Socks • Tights • Scarves • Hat & gloves\n\n🔧 *Practical Item
 s*\nHousehold candles • Screwdrivers • Pliers • Sewing kit\n\n🎨 *
 Gifts for Children & Young Adults*\nPens • Pencils & sharpeners • Rubb
 ers • Rulers • Notepads & colouring books • Other stationery • Toy
 s • Make‑up\n\nEmpty shoeboxes • wrapping paper\, and cash donations
  are also vital to help pack and send these gifts.\n\nDonations can be dro
 pped off at our homes.
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