Re:store Axe Valley is running another Christmas Cheer campaign to help local families who need a little support in these challenging times.

Previously run in 2020, the Christmas Cheer scheme helped 108 families and 185 children in the Axe Valley catchment area with the support of the local community, councillors, businesses and schools.

With the current cost-of-living crisis the project is more essential than ever and will benefit an increasing number of children and families who need support and help.

Working with more than 10 schools in the Axe Valley area, it is estimated that the numbers of children who will benefit will exceed 200 this year.

Using those who receive free school meals as a criteria, community interest company Re:store is putting together a food package/hamper for each family along with a book (applicable to the child's age) and vouchers to spend in local businesses.

The 2020 scheme was an overwhelming success with lots of positive feedback form schools and families.

One commented: "Our families were overwhelmed by the generosity and were very emotional with it all. Thank you so so much to you and all of your wonderful volunteers."

Another said: "How wonderful, the present will go under the tree as we have not been able to do much this year for my child and are so grateful for this."

A crowdfunding page will be launched at the beginning of November to help raise funds for the campaign.

You can follow Re:store on Facebook to find more information on how you can help.