KIND-HEARTED shoppers in Barnsley have been thanked for contributing to the 125,000 toys donated to children in need during the run-up to Christmas.
Before the festive celebrations, Tesco Extra in Barnsley called on shoppers to support a collection of toys so that families whose children would otherwise not receive a gift wouldn’t miss out on the big day.
People across the community responded enthusiastically to the campaign, with 379 new toys being gifted to Judith House Women and Children’s Refuge, Riverside Housing and Barnsley Care Leavers Christmas Project – bringing a smile to many children’s faces on Christmas Day.
Claire De Silva, head of communities at Tesco, said: “We really can’t thank our customers enough for their kind contributions to this great cause.
“Throughout the year our stores give support to children and their community, and without fail local people support us in our efforts.
“So once again we are grateful to the people of Barnsley for showing that the magic of Christmas is very much alive and well.
“They have made a great many children so happy at a time of year that can be difficult for some families, so thank you so much again for your support.”
