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Redcar Foodbank Launches Reverse Advent Calendar for Donations

12/7/2025

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The Redcar Area Foodbank launched a reverse advent calendar to boost donations before Christmas.
Tracy Gibson, a Redcar Area Foodbank representative, said the calendar invites donations of items, including food and Christmas treats.
Each day, the foodbank reveals a specific donation item, such as custard and cranberry sauce.
The foodbank runs a toy appeal to support families, while demand remains high during the holiday season due to rising heating costs.

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The Redcar Area Foodbank launched a reverse advent calendar to boost donations before Christmas.
Tracy Gibson, a Redcar Area Foodbank representative, said the calendar invites donations of items, including food and Christmas treats.
Each day, the foodbank reveals a specific donation item, such as custard and cranberry sauce.
The foodbank runs a toy appeal to support families, while demand remains high during the holiday season due to rising heating costs.