As Christmas approaches, Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust’s charity Health Stars is launching its annual Gift Appeal for children and young people receiving mental health treatment and support in hospital this year.
Each year, many patients have to spend Christmas in hospital, away from the comfort of family and friends. A simple gift can make a world of difference.
Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust runs mental health inpatient hospital wards for adults in Hull. Children and Young Peoples mental health inpatient unit, Inspire supports young people from 12 – 17 from across the region.
Charity Manger Anita Green said: “Christmas is a time for giving, and we are committed to bringing a little joy to those spending the festive season in the Trust’s inpatient settings. Last year’s Christmas Gift Appeal was an incredible success, with generous donations helping to bring a little festive cheer to patients across the Trust.
Christmas can be a difficult time for many people which is why these thoughtful gestures can have a huge impact on a patient’s wellbeing.”
Unwrapped gifts can be dropped off at collection points across Hull and East Yorkshire. There is also the alternative to purchase directly from the appeal’s Amazon Wishlist or to make a cash donation to the appeal which will be used to purchase additional gifts.
Appeal Details:
- Donate a Small Gift: From toiletries and cosy socks to books, puzzles, and other thoughtful items, all donations will be warmly received. Please visit www.healthstars.org.uk/christmas-appeal-2025 for their shopping list.
- Drop-Off Locations: Gifts can be dropped off at the following locations before 10 December 2025:
- Inspire, Walker Street, Hull, HU3 2HE
- Health Stars, Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust, Willerby Hill, HU10 6ED (open weekdays only)
- Malton Hospital Reception, Middlecave Road, Malton, YO17 7NG
- East Riding Community Hospital Reception, Swinemoor Lane, Beverley, HU17 0FA
For those who prefer to donate financially, monetary donations are gratefully
