15 November 2024

Christmas giving with a difference: Make this festive season truly special with Pilgrims Hospices

This Christmas, Pilgrims Hospices invites you to bring a little extra cheer to your workplace while making a real difference to people in need across east Kent.

With unique and thoughtful ways to give back, including a Secret Santa with a twist, and the opportunity to donate an hour of pay, Pilgrims Hospices offers easy ways to make your festive giving even more meaningful.


Secret Santa with a twist

Instead of the usual office Secret Santa gift, why not choose something with a deeper impact? By selecting an item from Pilgrims Hospices’ Amazon Wish List, you’ll be directly helping patients and their families, bringing joy and comfort to those who need it most. From craft supplies for wellbeing activities to toiletries and gardening tools, every gift serves a meaningful purpose for hospice care.

As a special touch, Pilgrims will provide a unique Secret Santa gift tag for you to give to your giftee. This token shares what you’ve purchased on their behalf, capturing the true spirit of the season and turning a thoughtful gesture into a lasting gift.

For more information and to view the Amazon Wish List, visit pilgrimshospices.org/secret-santa.

Donate an Hour of Pay

Could your last working hour of the year go a little further? By donating just one hour’s pay, you’ll be giving the gift of compassionate, end-of-life care to those in need. This simple gesture, whether made individually or as part of a collective office pledge, helps ensure Pilgrims can continue to deliver essential services and support for patients and families across east Kent.

This quick and easy donation can be made directly through our website. Encourage your workplace to join in with a group pledge and make an even bigger impact!

For more information on how to donate an hour of pay, visit pilgrimshospices.org/donate-pay.

Make this Christmas unforgettable

Pilgrims Hospices’ festive giving opportunities offer a simple and impactful way to make the holiday season truly special. From Secret Santa gifts that make a difference, to donating an hour’s pay to support vital care, your generosity can bring comfort, joy, and compassion to families facing the toughest of times.

Let’s make this season one of heartfelt giving and community support. Join us in making Christmas truly special for all.

For more details on how your workplace can get involved, contact Leila Ilkhan, Corporate Fundraising Manager on 07525 235 287 or email [email protected].


Each year, Pilgrims Hospices care for thousands of people across east Kent, with services provided from its three hospice sites in Ashford, Canterbury, and Thanet, as well as in patients’ own homes. It costs over £17.2 million annually to run these services, much of which comes from the generous support of the local community.