A West Belfast business has begun a scheme which it hopes will encourage those in a position to, to donate children's toys ahead of Christmas.
Pizza Baker has been on the Andersonstown Road in 2020, opening in the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. They say their ethos is all about the community which surrounds its store.
They currently support local clubs and sports teams and also nearby schools. But as the cost-of-living crisis continues to cripple families, they have teamed up with a local foodbank to operate a toy drop off point, in the hope that no child goes without this Christmas.
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Speaking to Belfast Live, Pizza Baker's Sarah McGeown said: "We are doing this to support Foodstock, which is also on the Andersonstown Road. They want to make sure that families across the whole of Belfast are supported.
"People can drop off new toys and gifts or selection boxes to us - we do ask that they are new. It can be anything, something that is £1 or £5. We are looking for items that will suit all ages, from newborn babies right up to teenagers.
"Anyone who is in a position to donate, can come down to Pizza Baker and drop the items off here. We're actually offering discounts to anyone who donates to the Foodstock toy appeal this year, and that will be 30% off their order.
"Pizza Baker is also going to match all the donations made. People have been dropping things in, they have been so generous. We've found that some customers are giving donations to our delivery drivers too, to bring them back to the store. The community spirit has been amazing."
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