Glasgow Times Bank on Us 2024
In association with Arnold Clark, Spar, Smyths Toys, Step Change Scotland Debt Charity, Allied Vehicles, Storage Vault, The Wise Group & Stagecoach.
The Glasgow Times has launched its sixth Bank on Us campaign, helping to save Christmas for families across the city. As household bills continue to skyrocket due to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and recent statistics revealing that 1 in 5 Scots are currently living in poverty*, now is the time to act. We’re calling on our readers, local schools, nurseries and businesses to get involved and help those in need.
Festive Food Appeal
Easing the burden for families in need
Our foodbank appeal returns this year, helping put food on the table for struggling families.
On Friday 22nd November 2024, readers will find a paper bag inside the Glasgow times, designed to make donating simple.
Please fill the bag with much-needed items (see the list below) and drop it off at your nearest foodbank. With your support, we can help families across Glasgow.
In past years, this appeal has successfully stocked the city’s foodbanks through December – let’s keep this going for our community.
Bank on Us Toy Appeal
Making Christmas magical for all children
As well as the food drive, Glasgow Times will be raising money for our Bank on Us toy appeal, delivering thousands of gifts to our most vulnerable children in Glasgow this Christmas. With so many families struggling, this initiative aims to ensure that every child in Glasgow wakes up to a present on Christmas morning.
Last year, we raised £15,000 and distributed 100,000 gifts to some of the city’s most vulnerable children. This year, we’re calling on our readers to support us in this appeal to help make a difference.
How You Can Help
• Fill a Paper Bag: Included in 22nd November 2024 Glasgow Times, this bag can be stocked with essential items and delivered to your nearest foodbank.
• Spread the Word: Share our campaign online using the hashtag #bankonus to encourage others to get involved.
• Donate Funds: If you’re unable to donate items, consider contributing to the toy appeal. All proceeds will be used to purchase toys which will be distributed to charities around the city and distributed to parents for under the tree. Donate HERE.
Foodbank Items to Donate
• Toiletries: Deodorant, toilet paper, shower gel, shampoo, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, hand wipes
• Household Items: Laundry detergent, washing-up liquid
• Feminine Products: Sanitary towels, tampons
• Christmas treats: Biscuits, shortbread, chocolates and sweets
• Baby Supplies: Nappies, baby wipes, baby food
• Non-Perishable Foods: Condiments, coffee, diluting juice, gravy granules, tinned soup, pasta, rice, beans, pulses, vegetables, UHT milk
Drop-Off Locations
Donations can be made directly to participating foodbanks, full lists can be found HERE OR delivered to our print centre reception:
NEWSQUEST (Herald & Times) Ltd
125 Fullarton Drive
Glasgow East Investment Park
Glasgow G32 8FG
Monday – Friday, 9am–4pm
Join us in saving Christmas once again.
Your generosity can make a world of difference for families across Glasgow. Let’s ensure no family goes without food on the table or gifts under the tree this Christmas. Together, we can make a difference.
Glasgow Times
#bankonus
*Poverty in Scotland 2024 | Joseph Rowntree Foundation