Leigh Leopards are proud to once again throw their full support behind the Compassion in Action Christmas Toy Appeal.
Each year we receive a fantastic response from our supporters, and we are aiming to make this year even bigger and better than ever before.
Again, we are calling for all members of the Leopards community to support this fantastic cause and bring joy to someone less fortunate this Christmas.
Please take a new toy, however big or small, to one of the collection points in Leigh by December 10th to be used in the appeal.
Leopards players and staff will again be joining the team of volunteers who organise the toys and wrap them ready for the big day.
Collection Points at Compassion in Action:
Compassion in Action, Patrick House, 58 Leigh Rd, WN7 1QR.
Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
Compassion in Action
Lowton Office, 9 Oaklands Avenue, Lowton, WA3 2LA.
Monday to Friday 9am-3pm
Collection can also be arranged by calling 01942 418830
Other Collection Points are as follows:
- Drop Off Points- Club Shop & Leigh Leopards Market Stall
- Pickups are available by contacting Leigh Leopards general manager Mike Smaill: [email protected]
- Businesses also on board as drop off points are as follows: JJ Harrison PVC Products, Lowton Creative, Burger Ted/Centurion Pub
The club has worked alongside Compassion in Action for many years on this initiative which has seen joy brought to many households across our local area.
Compassion In Action CEO Pam Gilligan recognises the support that Leigh Leopards have given the Christmas Toy Appeal.
“By uniting a community, we will ensure the most vulnerable local families are visited by Santa this year,” she said.
“Your amazing generosity year on year has made a difference to many children’s lives. In these challenging times your kindness is important more than ever. That is why Compassion in Action are once again collecting brand new toys and gifts for children aged 0-12.
“This is the 18th year of our Christmas Project providing three new presents per child and full Christmas Lunch for every family referral. The success of this project would not be possible without wonderful organisations and companies who donate money and presents to ensure every family referral is provided for.
“Leigh Leopards have been instrumental in their belief and support of the work of our Charity, especially at Christmas. The club owner, Derek Beaumont, has been our community rock, helping us to help others.
“The whole Leopards team and fans, with players providing an inspirational lead, have supported our appeal year on year. Last year over 1,300 families in our community received presents and a full Christmas Lunch.
“We are ‘Stronger Together’ for our community.”
Leigh Leopards will again provide 100 free Red Card memberships worth over £6,000 to the appeal that whilst being a physical gift to open and explore is a provision of two fantastic experiences of live music, pyros and explosive Super League action not to be missed.
Christmas is a time for giving and anyone who can add anything, no matter how small, whilst doing their shopping will make a big difference to our community.
We can’t change the world but draw comfort from the fact we can change the expression on someone’s face if only for a day.
Taking part in the toy appeal Is an opportunity to help make that happen.
