Store First Joins Mission Christmas to Spread Joy This Festive Season

From 17th November, our Ellesmere Port, Burnley, Barnsley, and Manchester stores will become official gift drop-off points, helping to make Christmas magical for children who might otherwise go without.

Make a child's Christmas sparkle ✨

Every year, thousands of children wake up on Christmas morning without a gift to open. Mission Christmas helps change that by collecting and distributing presents to local families in need.

If you'd like to get involved, it's simple:

🎁 Pick up a gift suitable for a child aged 0–18 years

📍 Drop it off at one of our Store First receptions before mid-December

💛 Help bring a smile to a local child this Christmas

Gift ideas by age group

Need a little inspiration? Here are some ideas to get you started:

Ages 0–3 years: Sensory toys, books, building blocks, bibs, teething rings

Ages 3–5 years: Dolls, cars, scooters, learning toys, puzzles

Ages 5–7 years: Colouring books, crayons, jigsaws, art and craft kits

Ages 7–9 years: LEGO, remote control toys, footballs, science kits, pencil cases

Ages 9–12 years: Board games, hats, scarves and gloves, fidget toys

Ages 12–15 years: Hot water bottles, blankets, pyjamas, rucksacks, stationery

Ages 15–18 years: Make-up, headphones, speakers, books

And don't forget – sensory toys are always welcome too, such as Stickle Bricks, large building blocks, musical or light-up toys, and play-dough.

A little reminder...

Last year, the older age groups received fewer donations, so if you can, please consider picking up something for a teenager. A pair of headphones, a good book, or even a cosy blanket could make all the difference.

Where to donate

📍 Store First Barnsley - Ashroyd Business Park, Hoyland, Barnsley S74 9SB

📍 Store First Burnley - Empire Business Park, Enterprise Way, Burnley BB12 6LT

📍 Store First Ellesmere Port - Stanney Mill Rd, Ellesmere Port, Chester CH2 4HX

📍 Store First Manchester - Unit 2, Clarke Industrial Estate, St Modwen Rd, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M32 0ZF

All donations can be dropped off at the reception areas from 17th November. Together, we can make sure no child wakes up without a gift this Christmas. 🎁