Far from a Merry Christmas for many

In 2018 The
Wellington City Mission helped feed 3,500 people, provided gifts for 2,100
children and distributed food and gifts to 44 community services agencies at Christmas
time. The Mission expects to help even more this year. Says Murray Edridge,
City Missioner. 

The Wellington
City Mission is calling on Wellingtonians to spare a thought for those in need
at Christmas, and to give generously to those who may not be able to enjoy the
festive season.

“There are
people and families in our community who for whatever reason, aren’t able to
enjoy what so many of us take for granted at this time of the year.

“I know that as
with previous years, a special Christmas wouldn’t have been at all possible for
these children and families, without the generous support from Wellingtonians.”
Says Murray.

Chapman Tripp, one of the many corporate firms to have jumped on board again for 2019, have also pledged their support to be someone’s star this Christmas and encourage other business and corporate groups to follow suit.

“Chapman Tripp
is proud to support the Wellington City Mission again this year, as part of the
firm’s commitment to making a positive difference in the community,” says its
Service Manager Cheryl Eggo.

“We have a
long-established corporate social responsibility programme and we want to give
back to the community in which we live and work. We are honoured to play a part
in supporting the City Mission to make Christmas memorable for those in need.”
Says Cheryl.

“You’ll find at this time of the year, people and families in need feel overwhelmed. We want to help restore dignity by giving children and families a Christmas they deserve and can remember.” Says Murray Edridge.

There are many ways you can support people in need in Wellington, this Christmas. Click here to find out more.

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Media Contact: Kieran Meredith, 027 879 2336