22.10.2024
The "Christmas Aid" fundraising campaign is entering its 27th season this autumn. The campaign, which is run in cooperation with the Weser-Kurier newspaper, was able to support around 1,400 families last year with over €400,000 in donations. A total of 2,847 applications were submitted to the Senator for Labor, Social Affairs, Youth and Integration – slightly more than the previous year.
Applications must be submitted by October 31st
This year, as in previous years, low-income families can apply for the "Christmas Aid" grant until October 31, 2024, at locations including daycare centers, schools, family and mothers' centers, family support centers, or through family support workers. The donations are intended to benefit children in Bremen up to the age of 12 who live in low-income families. Proof of need is required.
This is how I apply for Christmas aid
- Proof of income (pay slip or complete notification, e.g., from the job center)
- The personal situation must be described in writing (at least half a DIN A4 page)
- Recommendation from a supporting body, e.g., daycare centers, schools, mothers' centers, family centers or family support services
What do I need to be aware of?
- Application forms are available exclusively through daycare centers, schools, mothers' centers, family centers, family support workers, or other social service agencies! Anyone wishing to submit an application must inquire there!
- Applicants are encouraged to describe their personal situation themselves and not to rely on pre-formulated sentence fragments. Applicants who do not speak German very well can get creative and, for example, submit a self-drawn picture.
- Donations for computer games, game consoles, televisions, etc., will not be accepted. Donation pledges will be sent by mail. Anyone who receives a donation must retain the original purchase receipts and submit them no later than February 2025.
- Professionals from daycare centers, schools, mothers' centers, family centers or family helpers can contact Mehmet Büyükgöncü in Department 21 at the Senator for Labour, Social Affairs, Youth and Integration for further information, questions and applications.
Please send your application to the following address no later than October 31, 2024:
P.O. Box
28372, Bremen
Donors sought
For 25 years, the publishing house has collected donations annually, which are used to buy gifts for children of families in need. Those wishing to donate to the 2024 Christmas Relief Fund can make monetary donations to the account of "Spendenaktion Weihnachtshilfe eV" (Christmas Relief Fundraising Association):
Christmas Help – FAQ
I received a donation from the Christmas Relief fundraising campaign last year. Can I apply again this year?
Yes, you can generally submit an application every year. However, to ensure we can support as many people as possible, preference will be given to applicants who did not receive a donation in the previous year.
What can I write about my personal situation?
In this personal letter, we would like to learn more about you and your child(ren). Please feel free to write about your daily life together, hobbies, activities, or even about your fate, experiences of fleeing, and challenges.
What documents do I need to submit with my application?
We can only process complete applications. Please check carefully before submitting your application that the following documents are included: payslip or notification (e.g., from the job center), letter describing your personal situation, statement from your supporter (back of the application)
Is it possible to inquire whether my application or receipt has been received?
Since we receive thousands of applications and receipts, it is unfortunately not possible for us to provide you with this information.
I submitted an application but haven't received a letter yet. How much longer might it take?
Due to the large number of applications, the processing of your application may take until the end of February 2024.
Can I also shop online?
Online purchases are possible. We require proof of payment, such as a bank statement. Please submit this proof by the end of February 2024.