Welcome to the inaugural Project Play Newsletter! Read on to hear our highlights from the month - including adventures in autumn, music and minibeasts - our key updates, and find out how you can support us as we head into the winter. |
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In October, we ran 30 sessions, facilitating 64 hours of play, and reaching 142 children. We're currently running six sessions a week at the informal camps in Loon-Plage, near Dunkirk, alongside 1-2 sessions at the Secours Catholique community centre in Calais. |
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Autumn, Bugs & Musical Guests |
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Inspired by the colourful changes in nature at this time of year, we swapped pom poms and stickers for conkers and flower petals to facilitate creative activities around the theme of Autumn. |
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We also dedicated a week to exploring the wonderful world of minibeasts through observation, art and books - and even brought in some real life bugs for the children to look at!* This month we were also joined by the amazing Wind Up Penguin, who inspired us with their spectacular interactive musical performance, ‘The Enchanted Campfire.’ *All minibeasts were safely returned home after sitting for a portrait. Read our activities report in full: |
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This month, there's been a significant increase in the number of eviction operations in living sites in northern France, which is particularly concerning as we enter the harsh winter months. A year on from the horrific tragedy that saw at least 31 people lose their lives in the Channel, we continue to stand in solidarity with all those living on the border. Our latest advocacy report documents some key observations from our ground team over recent months, the new France-UK deal that was announced last week and the need for safe and legal routes for all those seeking asylum. Read our Autumn Update Report: |
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By the end of this year, we'll have provided nearly 300 sessions, facilitated 665 hours of play, and reached at least 1200 children. None of this was possible without your help, and in order to keep playing in 2023, we need your support! |
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Donate A donation, big or small, makes a huge difference. Every penny goes to providing safe spaces for children to play, grow and be themselves. Can you give the gift of play this winter? |
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Shop This Christmas, our volunteers have worked tirelessly to develop fantastic craft kits and Christmas cards, so you can give the gift of play, and enjoy some yourself! |
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🌈 Our Macramé Rainbow Craft Kits are eco-friendly, zero-waste and the perfect gift! They can be hung on a wall, on a Christmas tree or anywhere that needs some cheer. 🌈 Our Colour-In Christmas Cards come in a pack of 5 designs illustrated by our volunteers. Made from recycled paper these are a great way to get playful this Christmas! 100% of sale price goes directly to sustaining our service. |
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Other ways to get involved: |
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Share Sharing content is an invaluable tool for raising awareness. Engaging with us on social media and sharing our posts is hugely helpful in growing our support. Tell your friends, family, neighbours, pets and anyone else who might be interested about us, and share our Winter Appeal! |
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Fundraise From bake sales to drag shows, there have been some epic events put on in support of Project Play. Whether you fancy hosting a craft fair, tackling an endurance challenge or anything in between, we'd love to support you with your fundraiser. Email fundraising@project-play.org. |
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Thank you for your support! |
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