Hibernian Community Foundation have launched their 2024 Christmas Appeal looking to raise funds and spirits for those in need this festive season.
When the club was formed in 1875, the funds raised from games were used to support the local community through clothes, food and shelter.
This work is continued all-year round by HCF but is never more prevalent than throughout the Christmas period.
For over 20 years Hibernian and its surrounding community have pledged support to those in need through our Christmas Appeal.
In recent years there has been a focused effort on increasing the support provided throughout the festive period, with the annual Christmas Appeal now including a silent auction for Hibs fans to bid on prizes such as Oasis tickets, Premier League experiences or Easter Road Hospitality.
Continuing the tradition from recent years, the Foundation will continue its commitment to serve over 500 free meals on Christmas Day to members of the local community.
Further to the meals and the auction, HCF also works hard to provide warmth and comfort over the brutal winter months. At the recent Hibernian Community Foundation Matchday over 400 jackets were collected from Hibs community members, distributed by local partners to those vulnerable to the extremities of the Scottish winter.
Funds raised throughout the Christmas Appeal go a long way to supporting regular food provisions: three meals a week from the Community Hub, 52 weeks a year.
“By participating in the Christmas Appeal you’re not just securing yourself some fantastic items through the silent auction, you’re helping create a brighter Christmas for those within our community,” said HCF Director, Daljit Singh.
“We want to provide warmth, comfort and food all year round, and Christmas is a great chance for us to promote our activities while receiving the necessary funds to support our yearly initiatives.
“If you’re debating whether to get involved, be assured that your money will be used to support those in need all year round with Hibernian Community Foundation.”
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
