This year, we're doing things a little differently. Instead of traditional food hampers, we're seeking financial support to provide families with Groceries Only Gift Cards ahead of Christmas. This empowers families to shop for the food they truly need and enjoy, while respecting dietary preferences and allergies—offering dignity through choice.

Collect gifts, toys, or gift cards to support children, young people, and families in need.

Why Register Your Drive?
✅ Make a direct impact by collecting items that go straight to families
✅ Engage your community and show your commitment to social responsibility
✅ Receive promotional materials and be featured on our social media
✅ Get support and guidance from Carrie’s Place throughout your drive
✅ If collecting money, you’ll need a Peer-to-Peer fundraising page or a Letter of Authority to Fundraise
📦 All collected items must be delivered to Carrie’s Place by Friday 12 December.

🎄Register here

Provide a trusted location where members of the public can drop off gifts and toys.

Why Become a Drop-Off Partner?
🏠 Offer a safe and accessible space for donations
📣 Receive promotional materials to help spread the word
🌟 Be publicly listed as a Drop-Off Partner, showcasing your support
🤝 It’s easy—just provide the space and help promote the initiative
📦 Partners are responsible for delivering all collected items to Carrie’s Place by Friday 12 December.

🎄Sign Up here

Stockland Greenhills: From Tuesday 11 November - Friday 12 December

Estia Health (Aberglasslyn): 603 Oakhampton Road, Aberglasslyn (open Mon-Fri 9-4pm)

Chemist Discount Centre (Thornton): 2/5 Poyton Place, Thornton

Discount Drug Store (Thornton): Thornton Mall

WaterWorx Swim Centre (Rutherford): 15 North Mall, Rutherford

By volunteering your time, you’ll help Carrie's Place bring hope and joy to families in need. We’re currently seeking:

• General Christmas Helper – Help with donations, admin, shopping, and toy collections (flexible dates).
• Gift Hamper Packers – Assist with packing gift and toy hampers (scheduled packing days).
• Gift Sorters – Assist with sorting gifts and toys (scheduled days).

All volunteers must complete paperwork and ID checks. Check our calendar for hamper packing dates.

🎄Sign Up here