2025 Christmas Appeal

The Soul Christmas Appeal is a wonderful opportunity for us all to make a real difference in the lives of some of Newcastle’s most vulnerable. By donating to the Christmas Appeal, you can help provide much needed resources and festive cheer to those who need it most.

Getting involved is simple. You can donate online, drop off items at Soul Hub, or even organize a collection drive within your community. Every contribution, no matter how small, helps to spread the spirit of giving and compassion.

Here is how you can be involved:

1) Donate Financially

Soul relies on community generosity. Every dollar donated to Soul Hub helps us helps Newcastle’s most vulnerable. Donate our appeal here: 

2) Donate a “Hamper of Hope

The Hampers of Hope are specially curated to bring joy and relief to families and individuals facing hardship this Christmas. Imagine the smiles and gratitude of those who receive these hampers, knowing that their community cares for them. Click here to view the Hampers of Hope Shopping List:

3) Donate Every Day Soul Essentials

Collect bulk items that Soul needs to support Guests every day (including Christmas). There are many items that we always need to provide for our guests, why not get together as a group of colleagues, friends or family to collect bulk items for us this Christmas. Below is a list of the things we most need:

Breakfast Packs:

  • Cereals (Weetbix, Nutigrain, Cornflakes, Just Right)
  • Tin baked Beans, Spaghetti.
  • Raw Sugar
  • Spreads (Vegemite, Peanut Butter, Jam, Honey etc…)

Café Packs:

  • Long Life Milk (1L Cartons)
  • Raw  Sugar
  • Coffee, Tea, Milo

Hygiene Packs:

  • Shampoo/ Conditioner
  • Toothpaste & Toothbrushes
  • Body Wash/Soap
  • Deodorant
  • Razors

How to to drop off your donations:

Donations can be dropped of to Soul Hub, Level 1, 437 Hunter St., during our public opening hours:

  • 7am till 2pm Monday to Thursday
  • 7am till 8.30am Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Please Note: Donations can be dropped off from Monday November 3rd. The Last day for donations is Thursday 11th December.

If you are dropping off a large delivery, please call us on (02) 4926 1758 or email reception@soulhub.org.au to arrange a time before dropping in.

However you get involved, Join Soul Hub in making this Christmas a season of hope and joy for everyone. Together, we can light up lives and create a ripple effect of kindness that extends far beyond the holiday season.

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