Help to spread the festive joy by gifting toys this Christmas

Tesco customers in Plymouth have the opportunity to give new toys to local children who need it most this Christmas.

Until the 15 December, Tesco’s Transit Way Superstore is holding a collection for new and unwrapped toys for the Children’s Wishes Plymouth, which will then distribute the toys to local children.

Children’s Wishes Plymouth is dedicated to helping families affected by life-changing events such as poverty and illness.

They assist schools and charities with various needs, from respite weekends to essential items such as beds and furniture. Their focus is on families with children, ensuring they receive the support they need.

Abby Wills, Community Champion at the Transit Way Superstore, said: “We are really pleased to be helping to support this great new charity to make a difference to local children at this special time of year.”

Jacqui Castle, the store’s other Community Champion, added: “We take pride in supporting our community during the year, and this year’s toy donation campaign is a fantastic way for customers to help local families in need.”

For the campaign, the Transit Way Superstore will have a dedicated toy donation point where customers can donate new, unwrapped toys purchased in store.

Claire De Silva, Head of Communities at Tesco, said: “Our stores are committed to supporting local children and their communities year-round, and thanks to the generosity of our customers and colleagues, the annual toy donation campaign is a wonderful way to make a difference at Christmas.

“It's great to see the Transit Way Superstore partnering with Children’s Wishes Plymouth this year to ensure that every child experiences the magic of Christmas.”

Last Christmas Tesco customers donated a total of 125,000 toys, with the retailer looking to beat that number this year.