Council relaunches its annual Operation Santa appeal for 2026

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With Christmas approaching, Caerphilly County Borough Council has once again launched its annual festive appeal.

Operation Santa aims to provide Christmas presents to children in the borough at risk of not receiving any, who have been nominated by their social workers.

The appeal launched on Monday November 2, and will be open until Friday November 27.

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The council is asking residents to pledge cash via its fundraising page to ensure children will receive a gift for Christmas.

Anyone who would prefer to buy a gift voucher are asked not to wrap the voucher, instead place it into an envelope marked ‘Operation Santa’, along with the value of the voucher inside.

The council has asked to limit the value of each individual gift voucher to £10. The unwrapped gift cards need to be taken to a collection centre by November 27. The collection centres are as follows:

Alternatively, pledges can be made by calling 01443 815588 or emailing operationsanta@caerphilly.gov.uk

Cllr Teresa Heron, cabinet member for social care, said: “Operation Santa brings joy and festive cheer to children and families across the county borough, helping to make Christmas a special time of year.

“This fantastic appeal relies on the kindness and generosity of our local residents and businesses, whose continued support makes such a positive difference.”

Cllr Heron continued: “On behalf of Caerphilly County Borough Council, I would like to thank everyone who continues to support Operation Santa. Your generosity is greatly appreciated, and I look forward to seeing the appeal make a difference to children across our communities once again”.

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