To showcase the incredible generosity of compassionate individuals and businesses, the Burnley Express shared a daily act of kindness from December 1st to Christmas Eve.
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5. Day 5
Kind Burnley boutique owner Olivia Robson gifted four £15 vouchers to the Burnley Together Christmas Present Appeal. Olivia owns LivsLuxe boutique in St James Row. The vouchers will be a super gift for four lucky teenage girls to wake up to on Christmas morning. A former student at Burnley’s Blessed Trinity RC College, Olivia, who opened her boutique in 2022, was so moved by the appeal she decided she wanted to help. She said: “It is such an important appeal as no child or teenager should go without gifts at Christmas.” Photo: NA
6. Day 6
While most little girls are thinking about what toys they will receive this Christmas little Ruby Holt wanted to give a special present. So this amazing little four-year-old from Burnley has donated her indoor soft play slide to the playroom in the children’s ward at the Royal Blackburn Hospital. This was where Ruby’s two year-old brother Jonah was looked after for nine days after he was diagnosed with the rare condition Tuberous Sclerosis Complex. Ruby’s mum, Laura said: “When I suggested this to Ruby she said ‘yes’ without any hesitation. She is such a kind hearted girl, we are so proud of her.” To find out more about brave little Jonah’s battle and his family’s amazing fund raising challenges see the story below Photo: NA
7. Day 7
Gym owner Michelle Williamson always goes out of her way to help others. On hearing that gifts for teenagers were desperately needed for the Burnley Together Christmas Present Appeal, Michelle gifted two £100 vouchers for her gym, Shell’s Fitness in Harle Syke. Michelle is a regular supporter of the annual appeal and the vouchers will be fantastic gifts for two teenagers to wake up to on Christmas morning Backed by the Burnley Express since it launched 29 years ago the appeal, which is now run by Burnley Together, is aimed at children and young people up to the age of 18. Photo: NA
8. Day 8
Two Burnley bars are once again teaming up to host an Alternative Christmas. The Loom and its partner Zumuku will serve free curries and homemade cheese and onion pie for anyone who might otherwise be lonely on Christmas Day. Then The Shift Café will keep the festivities going with karaoke and drinks. The businesses are also working with Casual Minds Matter to raise awareness of the impact of isolation on mental health. Donations are also being accepted for the Rigged Raffle to ensure all attendees can go home with a gift. Photo: NA