Dear Upchurch,
You very generously donated three carloads, with boots, back seats and front passenger seats, all full of gifts for this year's joint Salvation Army and Swale Foodbank - Christmas Food Hampers Appeal outside the church on Wednesday the 6th of December.
My car carried the wonderful Hampers of Hope, but we also had bags and bags of Christmas goodies, toys, gifts, knitted items and staple foods.
What a generous village Upchurch is. Esther, the Project Manager at Swale Foodbank (the lady in the red standing in their Christmas aisle), was amazed, and she sends her blessings.
She did say out of all the collections she receives, Upchurch is the most generous.
So be proud, Upchurch, your Godly kindness is noted. You have spread joy and light this Christmas.
Thanks also to Sally at Upchurch's Co-op for their collection point in store, where you kindly left your donations.
Thanks also to everyone who joined us for Carol Singing in Upchurch on Wednesday the 6th at Beckenham Park, Monday the 11th on the corner of Marstan Close and Chaffes Lane, and Monday the 18th, opposite the church by the village Christmas tree.
Over the three nights, you helped us raise a total of £156.35 towards The Salvation Army and Swale Foodbank - Christmas Food Hampers Appeal.
As well as raising money to help vulnerable people, it was really good fun.
We finished by the village Christmas tree with mulled wine and mince pies.
Thank you, and may God bless you ❤️
Enjoy your Christmas!
Gill Gay - Foodbank Co-ordinator
Email: gilliangay99@yahoo.co.uk
