Why Your Support Matters

Christmas should be a time of joy, but for many local families, it brings financial strain. We start our collection early so whānau can plan ahead, avoid a Christmas debt hangover, and ensure every community member feels valued.

With the help of our amazing volunteers, your gifts will be beautifully wrapped and distributed directly through local schools, kura, and community networks during the final week of Term 4.

• For Tamariki & Rangatahi: Bringing the magic of Christmas morning to children and teens.
• For Our Kaumātua: Ensuring the elderly in our community feel loved and remembered.
• For Families: Lifting the financial burden so families can step into the New Year stress-free.

How You Can Help

1. Donate Toys & Gifts

We are collecting new and gently loved toys, books, games, and gifts suitable for all ages—from toddlers to teenagers and the elderly.



2. Drop Off Locally

We’ve teamed up with local businesses to make giving easy. Drop your unsealed donations at any of our official collection points before 1 December:

RegionDrop-off LocationsThames & KopuThames Area Collection Points, Bayleys Real Estate ThamesWhitiangaWhitianga Collection Points, Bayleys Real Estate WhitiangaCoromandel AreasPaeroa, Whangamata, Tairua, Ngatea, Pauanui, Waihi Beach

3. Volunteer Your Time

It takes a village to wrap hundreds of presents! Sign up later this month to join our wrapping bees and distribution teams.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of gifts are needed most?
While toys for young children are always popular, we experience a high demand for teenage gifts (such as sports gear, gift cards, and toiletries) as well as small comfort items for the elderly.

Do I need to wrap the gifts?
Please leave your items unwrapped. This allows our team to sort and match the perfect gift to the right recipient. Our volunteers will ensure everything is beautifully wrapped before delivery.

Can I donate cash instead?
Yes! Financial donations help us purchase items for age groups where we have shortages. Click our Donate Online button or scan the QR code on our physical community posters to contribute.

At ADCR, we believe that looking after our communities starts with looking after one another. This Christmas, we are bringing schools, local businesses, response groups, and generous individuals together to turn community spirit into meaningful support for local whānau.

By working collectively, we can ensure every child experiences the magic of the holiday season, our elderly feel remembered