Helping the city’s most disadvantaged children and young people at Christmas time

The Lord Mayor of Bristol’s Children Appeal

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WHO WE ARE

The Lord Mayor of Bristol’s Children Appeal is a registered charity that raises money throughout the year to help the city’s most disadvantaged children and young people at Christmas time.

Every year, more and more children in Bristol face a bleak Christmas. It is one of the UK’s most prosperous cities but shockingly has the highest proportion of young people in poverty in the South West. Lawrence Hill is one of the UK’s poorest areas with 60% of children in poverty

Our volunteers work throughout the year to raise a total of £82,500 through a gala dinner, carol concert and other events. Through the generosity of individuals, schools, organisations and businesses, we are able to help a total of 1,650 of the city’s children who are most in need. These vouchers are administered by Bristol City Council. This allows us to give each child a £15 voucher for gifts or clothing and a £35 voucher for food.

This year, more than ever, we need your support to help children in Bristol.

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Our History

The Appeal started in the 1920s, when it was known as the Lord Mayor’s Fund, and raised money to “give the city’s poor children a Christmas dinner and boots”.

Today, the Lord Mayor of Bristol is Patron of The Lord Mayor of Bristol’s Children Appeal which raises £82,500 each year to give 1,650 children a better Christmas.

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How To Support Us

You can support us by attending an event, or donating online Donate online or send a cheque to the address on the “support us” page

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Our Events

Watch this space! Annual events like our gala dinner and santa’s sleigh have been a hit in past years, and we also have other events hosted in collaboration with our supporters throughout the year.

If you have an idea for an event, that you would like to use to support the Lord Mayor of Bristol Children Appeal – we would love to hear from you. Contact us here.

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The Lord Mayor of Bristol's Children Appeal
2 days ago
The Lord Mayor of Bristol's Children Appeal

Just 9 sleeps to go until Santa comes to Bristol!🎅

Get ready… because Santa’s Sleigh 2025 is almost here, and we cannot WAIT to bring the festive magic back to the streets of Bristol!

On Thursday 11 December, 4–8pm, Santa will be travelling from the Downs Water Tower, down Park Street, across the City Centre, along Baldwin Street and Union Street, before finishing at the Christmas Market🎄

Come and join us en route, we love the smiles, waves and festive cheer! As always, the Lord Mayor of Bristol will be joining Santa on the sleigh, bringing even more sparkle and community spirit to the night!

We’ll also be collecting donations along the route. Every single coin and every tap helps support disadvantaged children in Bristol. Your generosity truly makes a difference🎁

Help us spread the Christmas magic!✨

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Just 9 sleeps to go until Santa comes to Bristol!🎅 Get ready… because Santa’s Sleigh 2025 is almost here, and we cannot WAIT to bring the festive magic back to the streets of Bristol! On Thursday 11 December, 4–8pm, Santa will be travelling from the Downs Water Tower, down Park Street, across the City Centre, along Baldwin Street and Union Street, before finishing at the Christmas Market🎄 Come and join us en route, we love the smiles, waves and festive cheer! As always, the Lord Mayor of Bristol will be joining Santa on the sleigh, bringing even more sparkle and community spirit to the night! We’ll also be collecting donations along the route. Every single coin and every tap helps support disadvantaged children in Bristol. Your generosity truly makes a difference🎁 Help us spread the Christmas magic!✨ 👉Like this post 👉Share it with your Bristol friends 👉Follow us for all updates Let’s make this the biggest, sparkliest, most joyful sleigh ride yet, and help brighten Christmas for local children who need it most💖
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We’re looking forward to welcoming supporters to our Annual Carol Concert at St George's Bristol this Wednesday, 3 December, and wanted to let you know that we are now down to the last few tickets.

If your organisation has been involved with The Lord Mayor of Bristol's Children Appeal, this concert is a wonderful opportunity to come together for an evening of festive music and community spirit, all while helping raise vital funds for disadvantaged children and young people across the city.

Featuring performances from:
Bold Brass
The Bristol Show Choir
Blackbird Children’s Choir

It promises to be an uplifting and memorable start to the Christmas season. We’re also delighted that Lisa Cadd, The Fuss Free Foodie and well-known judge for the Great Taste Awards, will be compering the evening, bringing her lovely warmth and energy to the stage!

Event details:
Date: Wednesday 3 December 2025
Time: 7.00pm
Venue: St George’s Bristol, Great George Street (off Park Street), BS1 5RR

We sold out in previous years and are aiming to do so again, so we encourage you to book ASAP!

How to book:
Via St George’s Bristol:
www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk/whats-on/lord-mayor-of-bristol-childrens-appeal-concert/

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We’re looking forward to welcoming supporters to our Annual Carol Concert at St Georges Bristol this Wednesday, 3 December, and wanted to let you know that we are now down to the last few tickets. If your organisation has been involved with The Lord Mayor of Bristols Children Appeal, this concert is a wonderful opportunity to come together for an evening of festive music and community spirit, all while helping raise vital funds for disadvantaged children and young people across the city. Featuring performances from: Bold Brass The Bristol Show Choir Blackbird Children’s Choir It promises to be an uplifting and memorable start to the Christmas season. We’re also delighted that Lisa Cadd, The Fuss Free Foodie and well-known judge for the Great Taste Awards, will be compering the evening, bringing her lovely warmth and energy to the stage! Event details: Date: Wednesday 3 December 2025 Time: 7.00pm Venue: St George’s Bristol, Great George Street (off Park Street), BS1 5RR We sold out in previous years and are aiming to do so again, so we encourage you to book ASAP! How to book: Via St George’s Bristol: https://www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk/whats-on/lord-mayor-of-bristol-childrens-appeal-concert/ Thank you for your continued support. Together, we can help make Christmas brighter for children and young people across Bristol.
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Last Chance to Get Tickets! Our Carol Concert Is Next Wednesday🎄

Only a handful of seats left and we’d love to sell out again! Tickets from just £10.00.

On Wednesday 3 December 2025 at 7.00 pm, The Lord Mayor of Bristol's Children Appeal Carol Concert returns, bringing festive music, community spirit and Bristol magic under one incredible roof at the beautiful venue that is St George's Bristol

Featuring performances from the wonderful:
- Bold Brass
- The Bristol Show Choir
- Blackbird Children’s Choir

All helping to raise vital funds for one of Bristol’s oldest charities, supporting disadvantaged children and young people with food, clothing and gifts every Christmas.

It’s nearly here… be part of something special and help make Christmas brighter for Bristol’s children.

Grab your tickets now before they're gone ⬇️
www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk/whats-on/lord-mayor-of-bristol-childrens-appeal-concert/book/888669/

Thank you for helping us spread a little Bristol Christmas magic.
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Last Chance to Get Tickets! Our Carol Concert Is Next Wednesday🎄 Only a handful of seats left and we’d love to sell out again! Tickets from just £10.00. On Wednesday 3 December 2025 at 7.00 pm, The Lord Mayor of Bristols Children Appeal Carol Concert returns, bringing festive music, community spirit and Bristol magic under one incredible roof at the beautiful venue that is St Georges Bristol Featuring performances from the wonderful: - Bold Brass - The Bristol Show Choir - Blackbird Children’s Choir All helping to raise vital funds for one of Bristol’s oldest charities, supporting disadvantaged children and young people with food, clothing and gifts every Christmas. It’s nearly here… be part of something special and help make Christmas brighter for Bristol’s children. Grab your tickets now before theyre gone ⬇️ https://www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk/whats-on/lord-mayor-of-bristol-childrens-appeal-concert/book/888669/ Thank you for helping us spread a little Bristol Christmas magic. Credit: @joncraig_photos Jon Craig
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🎄 Meet the Wonderful Lisa Cadd – Our 2025 Carol Concert Compere! 🎤✨

We’re delighted to announce that this year’s The Lord Mayor of Bristol's Children Appeal Carol Concert will be hosted by the brilliant Lisa Cadd, known to many as The Fuss Free Foodie.

Lisa is generously giving her time completely free of charge to support the charity, and we couldn’t be more grateful. With her warmth, energy and natural connection with audiences, she’s the perfect person to guide us through an evening of festive music, community spirit and fundraising for Bristol children who need it most.

Lisa shared this lovely message with us:
“It’s such a huge privilege to be invited to the Lord Mayor's Charity Concert this year at the stunning and iconic St George's Bristol, one of my favourite venues in Bristol. Hosting the Carol Concert for such an important children's charity is very special, being a mum to two teenage boys.

The joy Christmas can bring is magical – but for some families it’s not always an easy time. The backing of a charity like this can make such a huge difference to how a child will feel about Christmas this year, and for the rest of their lives.

I am beyond happy to be a part of this year's event and look forward to enjoying the evening as much as everyone who will be there!”

We know Lisa will bring something truly special to this year’s concert.

👩‍🍳 About Lisa – The Fuss Free Foodie
Lisa has inspired Bristol’s food lovers for years, from early days running children’s cookery classes to demonstrating alongside top chefs, building a loyal community through her Fuss Free Foodie blog and videos.

She is now a respected judge for:
⭐ The Great Taste Awards
⭐ The British Pie Awards
⭐ Taste of the West

And she recently launched a digital cookery course for teens completing their Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Find her here: @_fussfreefoodie | lnkd.in/eGnNiWzd

🎶 An Evening of Music, Joy & Community
This year’s concert features:
🎺 Bold Brass
🎶 The Bristol Show Choir
🎤 Blackbird Children’s Choir Blackbird Early Years Music

All inside the stunning St George's Bristol, one of the city’s most atmospheric and acoustically beautiful venues.

🎟️ Last Remaining Tickets - Don’t Miss Out!

Help us fill St George’s to the rafters so we can support even more children across Bristol this Christmas.
📅 3rd December 2025
📍 St George’s, Bristol
🎫 Tickets from £10
👉 Buy yours now: www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk/whats-on/lord-mayor-of-bristol-childrens-appeal-concert/book/888669/ ... See MoreSee Less

🎄 Meet the Wonderful Lisa Cadd – Our 2025 Carol Concert Compere! 🎤✨ We’re delighted to announce that this year’s The Lord Mayor of Bristols Children Appeal Carol Concert will be hosted by the brilliant Lisa Cadd, known to many as The Fuss Free Foodie. Lisa is generously giving her time completely free of charge to support the charity, and we couldn’t be more grateful. With her warmth, energy and natural connection with audiences, she’s the perfect person to guide us through an evening of festive music, community spirit and fundraising for Bristol children who need it most. Lisa shared this lovely message with us: “It’s such a huge privilege to be invited to the Lord Mayors Charity Concert this year at the stunning and iconic St Georges Bristol, one of my favourite venues in Bristol. Hosting the Carol Concert for such an important childrens charity is very special, being a mum to two teenage boys. The joy Christmas can bring is magical – but for some families it’s not always an easy time. The backing of a charity like this can make such a huge difference to how a child will feel about Christmas this year, and for the rest of their lives. I am beyond happy to be a part of this years event and look forward to enjoying the evening as much as everyone who will be there!” We know Lisa will bring something truly special to this year’s concert. 👩‍🍳 About Lisa – The Fuss Free Foodie Lisa has inspired Bristol’s food lovers for years, from early days running children’s cookery classes to demonstrating alongside top chefs, building a loyal community through her Fuss Free Foodie blog and videos. She is now a respected judge for: ⭐ The Great Taste Awards ⭐ The British Pie Awards ⭐ Taste of the West And she recently launched a digital cookery course for teens completing their Duke of Edinburgh Award. Find her here: @_fussfreefoodie | https://lnkd.in/eGnNiWzd 🎶 An Evening of Music, Joy & Community This year’s concert features: 🎺 Bold Brass 🎶 The Bristol Show Choir 🎤 Blackbird Children’s Choir Blackbird Early Years Music All inside the stunning St Georges Bristol, one of the city’s most atmospheric and acoustically beautiful venues. 🎟️ Last Remaining Tickets - Don’t Miss Out! Help us fill St George’s to the rafters so we can support even more children across Bristol this Christmas. 📅 3rd December 2025 📍 St George’s, Bristol 🎫 Tickets from £10 👉 Buy yours now: https://www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk/whats-on/lord-mayor-of-bristol-childrens-appeal-concert/book/888669/
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💛Helping Bristol families this Christmas

Every year, The Lord Mayor of Bristol’s Children Appeal gives vouchers to families who are struggling, referred to us by social workers or recognised local organisations. We’re not able to accept personal applications, but we work closely with those already supporting families who need a little extra help.

In Bristol today, 18,844 children are growing up in relatively low-income families – that’s 23% of all children in the city, higher than the UK average. A further 16,197 children are living in absolute low-income families, where even essentials are difficult to afford. In some neighbourhoods, the situation is even more stark – in Lawrence Hill, over half of all children are living in poverty, and in the Central ward, it’s almost one in two.

This is why support like the The Lord Mayor of Bristol's Children Appeal matters.

This Christmas, the value of each voucher has increased from £50.00 to £60.00, recognising how the rising cost of living has made life even tougher for so many across our city. And for the first time, these vouchers can now be spent on food, children’s clothes or toys, giving families the flexibility to choose what they need most. For some children, it may be the first time they’ve ever had a Christmas present.

Please help us spread the word🙏

Follow and share our posts on Facebook and LinkedIn – the more people who know about the Appeal, the more families we can help.

A huge thank you to all the amazing businesses and individuals who support the charity and help raise the funds that make this possible. We couldn’t do it without you.

If you’d like to get involved, we’d love to hear from you!
info@lordmayorofbristolappeal.com
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💛Helping Bristol families this Christmas Every year, The Lord Mayor of Bristol’s Children Appeal gives vouchers to families who are struggling, referred to us by social workers or recognised local organisations. We’re not able to accept personal applications, but we work closely with those already supporting families who need a little extra help. In Bristol today, 18,844 children are growing up in relatively low-income families – that’s 23% of all children in the city, higher than the UK average. A further 16,197 children are living in absolute low-income families, where even essentials are difficult to afford. In some neighbourhoods, the situation is even more stark – in Lawrence Hill, over half of all children are living in poverty, and in the Central ward, it’s almost one in two. This is why support like the The Lord Mayor of Bristols Children Appeal matters. This Christmas, the value of each voucher has increased from £50.00 to £60.00, recognising how the rising cost of living has made life even tougher for so many across our city. And for the first time, these vouchers can now be spent on food, children’s clothes or toys, giving families the flexibility to choose what they need most. For some children, it may be the first time they’ve ever had a Christmas present. Please help us spread the word🙏 Follow and share our posts on Facebook and LinkedIn – the more people who know about the Appeal, the more families we can help. A huge thank you to all the amazing businesses and individuals who support the charity and help raise the funds that make this possible. We couldn’t do it without you. If you’d like to get involved, we’d love to hear from you! info@lordmayorofbristolappeal.com https://lnkd.in/dwujRX7N
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Helping Bristol’s children, thanks to our volunteers and supporters

Every pound matters! We keep administration costs to a minimum, relying on the support of volunteers drawn from Bristol’s Rotary, Round Table, Lions, Soroptimist clubs and others. We also have so many local businesses that provide us with such incredible support every year, here is a few of them, please see our supporters page for more information.

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