We are incredibly proud — and deeply grateful — to share that our Big Give Christmas Challenge campaign has been a success, thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our community.
During one of the most challenging times of year for people experiencing homelessness and hardship, you chose to stand alongside Maggs. Every donation, share, message of encouragement and conversation helped us reach this point — and we cannot thank you enough.
A Community Effort, Doubled in Impact
Thanks to the Big Give’s match-funding model, every donation was doubled, meaning the kindness shown by our supporters went twice as far. What might have felt like a small gift became something much bigger — meals, warmth, safety, and vital support for people who need it most this winter.
This campaign wasn’t just about hitting a target. It was about showing that our community cares — and that together, we can make a real, tangible difference.
What Your Support Means
The funds raised through this campaign will help Maggs continue to provide:
- 🥣 Hot, nutritious meals for people who would otherwise go without
- 🧥 Warm clothing and essential items during the coldest months
- 💬 Compassionate, practical support for people facing homelessness, poverty, and crisis
- 🏠 A safe, welcoming space where people are treated with dignity, respect, and care
At a time when services are under increasing pressure and the cost-of-living crisis continues to affect so many, this support is more important than ever.
Thank You — Truly
To everyone who donated, shared our appeal, encouraged others, or quietly supported us behind the scenes: thank you. Your generosity hasn’t just helped us raise funds — it has helped us offer hope, stability, and kindness to people who need it right now.
We’d also like to thank our match funders and pledgers, whose generosity made this campaign possible, and the Big Give team for creating a platform that amplifies community giving in such a powerful way.
Looking Ahead
As we move forward, the impact of this campaign will continue to be felt long after Christmas. The support you’ve given will help us sustain our services, respond to urgent need, and ensure that no one who comes through our doors feels cold, hungry, or alone.
From all of us at Maggs — our staff, volunteers, and the people we support — thank you for standing with us. We couldn’t do this work without you
