We have gifted North East charities £120,559 over the last 12 months. To top off this bumper year of giving, we have donated £12,000 to 12 charities over the 12 days of Christmas.

With Christmas being one of the hardest times of the year for many people, including those in hardship, suffering with bereavement, or illnesses, the £12,000 has been donated to a range of causes across our region.

Learn more in our impact videos and the meaning behind our donations below.

Day 1: Maggie’s Cancer Care

They offer support to individuals and families who are affected by cancer. They give appointment-free expert help to enable those to take back control during and after treatment.

Day 2: Children’s Cancer North

They support children and young people with cancer across the North East and Cumbria, funding vital research, essential support to families, and life-changing services.

Day 3: Cats Protection Tyneside

Their volunteers work hard to ensure every cat has the chance of a safe and happy life. Working to rescue, rehome and neuter cats while educating the public on caring for them.

Day 4: Daft as a Brush

They provide free transport to and from the hospital for cancer patients undergoing treatment. Their volunteer-driven service eases stress at a challenging time for thousands of people every year.

Day 5: Pathways 4 All

This charity offers play and leisure services for disabled youth and supports their families through carer networking opportunities.

Day 6: Newcastle Women’s Aid

The charity provides free, specialist advice and support for women and girls in Newcastle and the North East who are affected by domestic abuse.

Day 7: Breast Cancer Now

They offer a range of support services for people affected by breast cancer. By 2050, they aim that everyone diagnosed lives and is supported to live well.

Day 8: Feeding Families

The charity offers support, hope and security to those experiencing food poverty. At Feeding Families they offer more than just food, they show compassion to those in crisis.

Day 9: North East Autism Society

As the North East’s leading provider, NEAS delivers care and education to neurodivergent individuals across 60 sites, spanning Northumberland to Teesside including schools, supported living and employment services.

Day 10: Wag & Company

As the only dog charity visiting older dog lovers in North East homes, hospitals and care facilities, their volunteers and pets provide elderly people who are often isolated or often in poor health with vital companionship.

Day 11: Oasis Community Housing

The charity believe that all children, young people and adults, regardless of age, have the right to live a life free from harm and mistreatment, the right to feel and to be safe. The charity is committed to providing a safe and secure environment where all individuals are protected from abuse.

Day 12: Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter and The People’s Kitchen

Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter

The dog & cat shelter rescue, care for, and rehome animals across the region, ensuring every animal has the chance of a safe and loving home.

The People’s Kitchen

The People’s Kitchen provide hot meals, friendship and support to those experiencing homelessness and poverty in Newcastle.