As part of our annual Christmas Hamper Charity Drive, Framlingham College Senior School pupils have rallied together to produce 27 Christmas themed hampers packed with festive food, sweet treats, toiletries, everyday essentials, and generous Christmas gifts.
A completely pupil-driven project, with support from the College Charity Committee, the hampers were all designed, created, filled, and delivered by the pupils to those most vulnerable – such as single parent families or elderly residents living alone – around Framlingham, Debenham and Dennington.
One special hamper was curated for a young girl undergoing cancer treatment, with the girls from our boarding houses including magazines, beauty items, and her favourite chocolates in her hamper.
Another was donated to a 95-year-old woman who lives alone but still leads a remarkably independent life. She said: “Thank you so much to the wonderful Year 12 boys in Rendlesham House for my Christmas Hamper”.
Year 13 pupil and Charity Prefect, Mimi C, said: “Our Christmas Hamper Charity Drive brings the school community together by involving all tutor groups across Year 9 – 13 to understand the importance of empathy and the spirit of giving. By being aware of the needs and wishes of others, we develop a deeper understanding of the challenges many people face during the Christmas season.
“Working together to assemble these hampers demonstrates our passion and shared values towards compassion and generosity, and each carefully assembled hamper not only provides practical support but is a message of care and solidarity during the festive season. Events like this offers our pupils and staff an opportunity to work together, respect and understand each other and highlights the College as a pillar in the community, reaching out to support and help spread joy in people’s lives.
“For the recipients of these hampers it’s not just about the gifts and food inside – it’s about being seen, heard and cared for, and for pupils it’s about learning that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference.”
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