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SUPERDRUG AND SALVATION ARMY LAUNCHES
CHRISTMAS PRESENT APPEAL 2009
- 22nd November to 18th December 2009 -
The Salvation Army and Superdrug have once again joined forces to help thousands of children, families and older people across the nation have a happy Christmas through the charity’s annual Christmas Present Appeal.
Every year, The Salvation Army in centres and churches across the UK and Ireland collects new gifts and toys from the public for distribution to those who face the reality of having little or nothing under the tree on Christmas morning. With the continued support of Superdug as the official national retail partner, the leading church and charity is positive it will be able to light up thousands of lives this Christmas.
Superdrug, the UK’s second largest beauty and health retailer, was the main national retail partner for the appeal in 2008.
Lt-Colonel Marion Drew, The Salvation Army’s Secretary for Communications said: “We are so grateful that Superdrug has decided to continue to support The Salvation Army’s Christmas Present Appeal once again. Over the years our partnership has brought joy to millions of people who would otherwise have had a bleak Christmas and this year we aim to continue this honoured tradition and try to ensure no-one goes without at Christmas.”
Superdrug, with more than 900 stores nationwide, is perfectly placed on almost every high street to collect gifts on behalf of The Salvation Army.
Alan Johnson, Superdrug Retail Director said: “Our stores are perfectly placed for those who want to donate gifts to local good causes this Christmas and we are happy to work with the Salvation Army to create its most successful campaignyet.”
Officially launching on Sunday, 22nd November and running until 18th December, The Salvation Army’s Christmas Present Appeal invites members of the public to drop off a new toy or gift, for children, families and older people, to their nearest Superdrug store.
Local Salvation Army Officers (leaders) and volunteers will ensure the donations of new gifts and toys received from the public are collected, wrapped and distributed in their local communities in time for Christmas. Gifts are distributed through Social Services, local groups, Salvation Army networks and via other charities.
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