This Christmas, Devonshire Square invites its community and visitors to come together once again to support its much-loved Giving Tree, which will take pride of place in the historic Western Courtyard from 1 December 2026 to 7 January 2027.
Devonshire Square’s Giving Tree is a unique Christmas tree adorned with red paper hearts, each carrying a wish expressed by a person experiencing homelessness and supported by The Connection at St Martin’s. Carefully transcribed onto each heart, these personal wishes offer visitors the opportunity to read, reflect upon and help make them a reality.
More than a festive decoration, the Giving Tree is a reminder of the power of kindness, compassion and human connection.
Help make a Christmas wish come true
First created in December 2015 by Devonshire Square’s Community and Events Management, the Giving Tree has helped hundreds of people experiencing homelessness receive a thoughtfully chosen gift for Christmas.
If you would like to support this charitable initiative, we warmly invite you to visit the Giving Tree and contribute by donating gifts and items to help fulfil these wishes. Every contribution, however small, can bring a little happiness and comfort to someone who might otherwise go without.
Donations can be delivered to:
Devonshire Square – Block 6, Ground Floor Reception
- Donation period: 1–20 December 2026
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm
All donations received during this initial collection period will be delivered by a dedicated courier to The Connection before Christmas Day, ensuring that gifts reach their recipients in time for the festive celebrations.
However, the spirit of giving does not end with Christmas! The Devonshire Square Giving Tree will remain on display in the Western Courtyard until 7 January 2027, offering a further opportunity for those visiting Devonshire Square after Christmas to discover the initiative and support this meaningful cause.
A second delivery of donations will take place later in January, helping The Connection continue its invaluable work and provide much-needed support to people experiencing homelessness during the coldest months of winter.
Alternatively, you can deliver gifts directly to The Connection or support its work through an online donation via its official website.
Together, let’s make a difference
At Devonshire Square, we believe in the importance of community and the positive impact we can make when we come together for a good cause.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported the Giving Tree over the years and to all those joining us again this Christmas. Your generosity and kindness help bring moments of happiness, comfort and hope to people who need them most.
This festive season and throughout the winter, we invite you to visit the Giving Tree, take a moment to read the wishes and help us turn them into reality.
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