GEL Studios, a Swindon-based creative agency specialising in branding, websites, graphic design, and marketing, is spreading the spirit of Christmas by making a generous donation of £1,000 to Christ Church Swindon. This contribution aims to bring joy and companionship to vulnerable and isolated members of the community during the festive season.
The donation from GEL Studios will be instrumental in purchasing food and supplies to facilitate a heartwarming three-course Christmas dinner for over 100 people on Christmas Day.
Christ Church, situated in Old Town, will open its community centre doors from 12:00 to 3:30 pm on Christmas Day, welcoming those who may not have someone to share the day with. The event promises a free Christmas dinner accompanied by carols and a viewing of the King’s Speech.
GEL Studios has a history of supporting Christ Church, particularly through the design and marketing of their annual Beer Festival over the past five years. Graeme Leighfield, the Founder of GEL Studios, expressed the agency’s commitment to community welfare, stating, “Giving back to the community is at the core of what we do here at GEL Studios. So this year, we made the decision to use our Christmas gift budget towards a donation to a local cause. After being made aware of Christ Church’s social media post, I knew straight away that they would be the people we’d support this year.”
Chris Smith, Site Operations Manager at Christ Church, expressed gratitude for GEL Studios’ continued support, stating, “GEL Studios have been very supportive of Christ Church over the last five years. We are so grateful for all of the help they give us. This year their kind donation will ensure that around 100 people aren’t on their own this Christmas day.
“It means that we can fully provide them with a three-course Christmas dinner and all the trimmings without having to worry about the costs. #NotAlone”
For those facing loneliness this Christmas, Christ Church encourages reaching out to reserve a free space at the event by calling 01793 617237 or emailing ccoperations@christchurch.co.uk.
Additionally, the community is invited to volunteer their time to help transport individuals to and from the event, a gesture that would be greatly appreciated.
