Wood Street Mission

12/10/2026

One charity, five ways we show up for local children. 🧡

🧸 Family Basics: everyday essentials for families struggling to cope

🎒 Smart Start: school uniforms and kit so no child starts the year without

📚 Books Forever: because every child deserves a bookshelf of their own

🎡 Childhood Experiences: days out and activities kids might otherwise miss

🎄 Christmas:making sure no child wakes up to nothing on the 25th

Different projects, same mission: no child in Manchester or Salford should go without. Learn more and see how to help. Find out more here: https://www.woodstreetmission.org.uk/our-projects/

Family Basics Day to day essentials for low income families Taking some of the strain of day to day life Find out about Family Basics BOOKS Forever Inspire a love of reading in children Encouraging families to read together and improve literacy Find out about Books Forever Smart Start School uniform...

11/10/2026

Financial stress doesn't stay contained to a bank balance, it affects sleep, mood, relationships, and how present a parent can be for their children.

On World Mental Health Day, we want to acknowledge something we see often at Wood Street Mission: the weight that comes with not being able to provide for your family. It's exhausting, it's isolating, and it's far more common than people think.

No family should have to carry that alone. If you're struggling, our support comes without judgement, and if you're able to help another family today, your donation could ease that pressure for someone right now.

Donate today: https://woodstreetmission.enthuse.com/donate #!/

08/10/2026

Our Christmas Appeal is now live. 🎁

We’re collecting brand‑new toys, gifts and festive treats for children aged 0–14 across Manchester and Salford. Every item helps a local family enjoy a happier, more memorable Christmas.

Find out more here: https://www.woodstreetmission.org.uk/our-projects/christmas/

06/10/2026

A wonderful donation of nearly‑new toys from our regular supporter, David at Rig2 Photography. Thank you for your continued kindness, these will bring a lot of joy to local children.

06/10/2026

Autumn's a great time for workplaces to think about their giving plans for the rest of the year. Whether it's a one-off donation, a staff collection, or setting up payroll giving , we'd love to talk about how your organisation could support local families this winter.

[email protected]

05/10/2026

It's Fitmas: Feel Good. Do Good. Make Christmas Special.

This year we've launched Fitmas, an exciting challenge fundraising for local children living in low-income families across Manchester and Salford this Christmas.

Sign up to a local Fitmas challenge, or create your own with friends, family or colleagues.

Sign up: [email protected]

Or learn more: https://www.woodstreetmission.org.uk/our-projects/christmas/its-fitmas/

02/10/2026

These hand‑knitted cardigans, mittens and gloves were lovingly made and donated by a very talented supporter. They’ll keep local children warm and cosy this winter ❄️

01/10/2026

FAQ: WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I HIT DONATE?

Ever wondered what actually happens after you hit "donate"? 👇

Slide 1: Your donation lands with our team
Slide 2: It goes towards the most urgent need that week, could be uniform, nappies, a bed
Slide 3: When a family comes in it's there's to pick up or we will deliver the item
Slide 4: A family supported when it matters most.

30/09/2026

A selection of the excellent‑quality second‑hand shoes donated recently, thank you to everyone who helps us support local families with items they can feel proud to wear.

23/09/2026

Introducing Dennis!

Dennis paid us a visit on his 80th birthday to reminisce on his relationship with Wood Street Mission, from using the service as a child to his many years of support! This year his Birthday Bash is actually supporting Wood Street Mission, he's hosting a birthday bash with his only present request to be donations!

Thank you so much Dennis for your support!