<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Operation Community Hamper]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our goal is to help vulnerable individuals and families in the community who, through different life situations, are struggling.]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:34:28 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Nicky and family - Recipient]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hi Charlotte and elves Me and my children would like to thank you for our hamper and presents it’s much appreciated. I cried once again at the generosity that we have received from OCH I wouldn’t of been able to give my kids the Christmas they deserve if it wasn’t for you guys and the wonderful stuff that people donated and have brought. I know you have all worked tirelessly in order to get the hampers made and delivered on time you are all amazing. So from me and my family I hope you have a...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/nicky-and-family-recipient</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe2efde7aa162ecc6f0e3b</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:44:54 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Karin Jay, Somervale school]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hi Charlotte Our parents were sooo happy with their boxes. They really appreciated the effort and the thought behind being chosen. Mostly our feedback came from when they were collected, though we had a nice call from a grandmother/carer once she had got home: Hello, Mrs B, Gran of T has just called to pass on a massive thankyou for their christmas hamper. She said it has made their Christmas very special. But our favourite feedback has got to be this one: Hi I was going to phone to say this...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/karin-jay-somervale-school</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe28d8e7aa162ecc6f0bd5</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:19:08 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maisy, Community fundraiser, Weston Hospice]]></title><description><![CDATA[We were incredibly grateful for the hampers and the thoughtful gifts. The items given for the families and especially everything for the children was really amazing.  We were overwhelmed by the generosity and the amount that you provided. It was even more than we expected, and it truly brought extra joy to every family. The generosity and time put in by everyone at Operation Community Hamper and all the incredible volunteers is deeply appreciated, particularly during the Christmas period when...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/maisy-community-fundraiser-weston-hospice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe2760e7aa162ecc6f0b02</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:12:19 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rachael, Deputy Manager, South Bristol Hub]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thanks so much for your help today... this Young family have just been put in a studio flat temporarily and will move tonight. They need all their own bedding, duvets and pillows so your voucher will be spent on that en route to the property.  Mum just said "I'm going to be grinning like a Cheshire cat" (once she gets to her own space and has her own bed to get into) ... a far cry from last night when she expressed a sense of wanting to 'do something stupid and felt like no one was listening...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/rachael-deputy-manager-south-bristol-hub</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe26f6e7aa162ecc6f0aee</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:10:56 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Linsdsey Hams, Places for people]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hi Charlotte,   I hope you are well    Just wanted to drop an email to say a huge thank you for the donation of Easter Eggs. We massively appreciated it – especially as it was quite short notice for you.   All of the children really loved the eggs and the parents were really grateful.  We had lots of excitement when we handed them out at our Easter event at Spring House!   Thanks again for all of your amazing work.]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/linsdsey-hams-places-for-people</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe262ae7aa162ecc6f0ab2</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:07:21 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Head of Ilminster Avenue nursery]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are thrilled to share the amazing hampers and present bags that we have received from Operation Community Hampers for some of our families. Our amazing staff member Nicky Powell and her fabulous family volunteer for the charity to raise money all year round to be able to produce these phenomenal Christmas gifts for the community. They were recently featured on local news and praised for their efforts, and we couldn’t be more proud of their dedication. We are so excited that some of our...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/head-of-ilminster-avenue-nursery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe2583e7aa162ecc6f0a7c</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:04:27 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parent from Ilminster Avenue nursery]]></title><description><![CDATA[I received a Christmas Hamper which was a nice surprise. It was also much appreciated because I had a tough year and it put a smile on my face also my son enjoyed baking the brownies even if they were alittle skinny (my fault the baking dish was to big) I really liked the blanket it matched my colours in my living room I use it all the time and the chocolates didn't last long either it made Christmas that little bit easier. My son decorated our tree with the tinsel and bow from the hamper.]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/parent-from-ilminster-avenue-nursery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe2548e7aa162ecc6f0a5b</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:03:12 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fearfree, Trowbridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[The feedback tonight was “wow is all that for me” “we can’t believe it” “this will make so much difference” “they are so big and professional” along with tears and joy. One mum who is having a really rough time said “please tell the lady that I would love to help her next year when I’m in a better position”. Someone rang me today to say when she delivered her hampers the mum couldn’t stop saying “wow” over and over! Thank you.]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/fearfree-trowbridge</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe2474e7aa162ecc6f09ef</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:59:57 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Staff at Staple Hill Primary]]></title><description><![CDATA[This one has left me in tears - read down - OCH has been renamed “secret Santa” by one child  Hi Charlotte and Team, On delivering the hampers and gifts to our families before Christmas, it was clear to see how overwhelmed they were, with a few tears along the way. After Christmas the notes /conversations of appreciation began to arrive. I will try to give you little snippets from some of them. "It was a lovely surprise and such a thoughtful gesture. The treats and  gifts given to all of...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/staff-at-staple-hill-primary</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe22cde7aa162ecc6f08f7</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:53:16 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deborah Piper, Orchard School]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good morning Charlotte, All hampers have been safely delivered to our families and received with huge thanks, tears and they were literally gobsmacked by the quality and quantity of the hampers and gifts. We are all very grateful to you and your team for the effort put into ensuring some of our families have a lovely Christmas.]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/deborah-piper-orchard-school</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe215be7aa162ecc6f0822</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:46:24 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jax, Sandy Park Tea Club]]></title><description><![CDATA[A pensioner came to see me yesterday and I had told her there was a hamper waiting for her she said “I’m really sorry but I can’t have the hamper …. I’ve got £1.80 to last me until the end of the month.” I said no this is yours &#38; you pay nothing - she burst out crying - she couldnt believe it]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/jax-sandy-park-tea-c</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe2092e7aa162ecc6f079d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:43:54 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sue, TA Trowbridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just wanted to say a huge  thankyou to you  and your amazing team. The hampers and Christmas presents given to our families were incredible. They brought  joy, excitement, gratitude and lots of happy tears . For many though, it was an overwhelming sense of relief from the 'Christmas pressure' that many struggling families experience. One little girl said her favourite thing from the hamper was the cuddly blanket. It was a real privilege to be able to deliver the hampers and see first hand...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/sue-ta-trowbridge</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe1fe7e7aa162ecc6f0738</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:40:28 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steve]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just wanted to say a massive thank you for all your kind help and the kind people that have donated and helped with families hampers and presents, we were blown away. My nan was blown away and made up. The boys woke up Xmas day to bags of presents under the tree the joy was overwhelming. Also a huge thank you to yourselfs and the amazing people that donated to our new home. After being in a hotel for over 8 weeks the constant worry and stress of going into our home with nothing was mentally...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/steve</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe1f51e7aa162ecc6f06ca</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:38:39 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>operationchristmas9</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stacey Rawlings, Social Worker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Operation Community Hamper is an exceptional charity, and through my professional role I have seen firsthand the meaningful and lasting impact they have on families experiencing hardship. The support they provide is both practical and deeply compassionate, making a significant difference to the wellbeing of children and parents alike. While their beautiful Christmas hampers are well known, this is just one small part of the year‑round support Charlotte and her dedicated team offer. They work...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/stacey-rawlings-social-worker</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fb78deb27e981e27ca2b4d</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:22:54 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Alex Withers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hanham Primary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thank you so much to everyone involved in providing the Christmas hampers for our vulnerable families this year. The hampers were absolutely huge and beautifully presented. The bags and boxes with Operation Christmas Hamper printed on them this year were incredibly special and we could instantly see the care and pride that had gone into them. We were able to distribute the hampers just before we broke up for Christmas, and the impact on our families was truly moving. Many were overwhelmed...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/hanham-primary</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fb788a8a769b9e6e0093d5</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:21:28 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Alex Withers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sophie, Family Support Practitioner Banes ]]></title><description><![CDATA[What can I say, your hampers were amazing and everyone who I delivered to were overwhelmed, that within the hamper there was something for everyone, everyone had their needs met in all the items. It is not just at Christmas you give but throughout the year, you and your team are amazing.  I must say everyone loved their blanket and as soon as the hamper was delivered it was out and being snuggled up to, each time I go to visit families will comment how soft and comforting this is, it means so...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/sophie-family-support-practitioner-banes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fb782eb27e981e27ca29e1</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:20:15 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Alex Withers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aimee, Family Support Practitioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[To say that I was overwhelmed when the bags and boxes arrived at our school is an understatement. I had heard from others about how amazing you all are at Operation Community Hamper, but I couldn't prepare myself for what arrived. You have made such a difference to how some of our families would have spent Christmas and I don't think there are enough words to say how grateful I felt to even be able to deliver them.  A huge thank you from all of us at Warmley Park for all that you do and all...]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/aimee-family-support-practitioner</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fb77ecf97c520375652742</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:18:45 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Alex Withers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leanne, Family Support Practitioner ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thank you so much to operation community hamper in supporting a family with a disabled child and their sibling to have some time for themselves and to enjoy the summer holidays]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/leanne-family-support-practitioner</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fb77b69fa0baa4b8b717bb</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:17:46 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Alex Withers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Isla, Youth Connect South West]]></title><description><![CDATA[“The support you have provided for the family that was in need is beyond words, they are so appreciative of the help received and what a difference it has made, alleviating a lot of stress at this time!”]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/isla-youth-connect-south-west</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fb77463587ab080fb82f51</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:16:15 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Alex Withers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jade, Family Support Practitioner BANES ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mum has said this has been a life saver for her, she will be able to get school shoes and trousers, and even any extra food (as this is another area mum regularly needs support with)! This will mean the child you have helped can feel ready for school and it takes off another worry and pressure for the family at what already is a big deal starting at his new school after not being in school for a year. Thank you for helping so quickly.]]></description><link>https://www.operationcommunityhamper.co.uk/post/jade-family-support-practitioner-banes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fb77017c961ad0b900b6af</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:14:50 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Alex Withers</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>