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Your donation on Christmas

Every Christmas, many people feel a heartfelt desire to support people in need with a donation and share some of the warmth and joy of the Christmas season. In this way, we can show solidarity and make a difference in a simple but meaningful way.

That is why, every year in the run-up to Christmas, Malteser International focuses on a specific issue for which we raise donations and awareness. The focus changes from year to year: women and mothers in need, hunger around the world, support for refugees, and more. Thanks to the generosity of so many people, these donations enable us to provide tangible support to people in need.

We would therefore like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you for your support, commitment and donations.

Why a Christmas donation is a meaningful gesture

Christmas is a time of compassion and togetherness. During the season, many people reflect on the importance of sharing joy and support, especially with those who are not fortunate enough to celebrate in safety, good health and security.

With a Christmas donation, you can make a difference and extend the spirit of giving to children and adults who rely on help and support.

Your options for making a Christmas donation

There are many ways to help with a donation during the Christmas season. Instead of giving only material gifts, you can make a donation and complement the presents under the Christmas tree with a gift that supports people in need.

Here are some of the ways you can donate to Malteser International this Christmas:

Gift donation

Give a donation as a gift and bring joy twice over: to your loved ones and to people in need or forced to flee their homes. Simply choose the amount you would like to donate, and you will receive a personalized donation certificate that you can place under the Christmas tree as a special gift.

Make a gift donation

One-time donation

Choose a one-time donation and directly support our humanitarian projects. Every donation helps improve the living conditions of people in need. You decide how much you would like to give: €50, €150, €250, or another amount of your choice.

Make a one-time donation

Regular donation

With a regular donation, you help us drive our projects forward sustainably over the long term. As a supporting partner, you make continuous assistance possible. Regular donations help secure long-term funding for our projects and ensure that our support continues to reach those who depend on it in the future.

Make a regular donation

Start your own fundraiser on Christmas

Start your own Christmas fundraising campaign and invite your friends and family to donate safely and easily to a cause close to your heart. On our platform, you can create a personalized fundraising page and share it with the people around you.

Start own fundraiser

Business donation

As a company, you can choose to forgo traditional Christmas gifts for clients and make a donation instead. A corporate donation is a way to demonstrate social responsibility while making a positive difference in the lives of people in need. We also provide advice on business donations and partnership opportunities.

Make a business donation

School fundraiser

Schools can also take action together. Organize a fundraising campaign with your students to raise awareness of social responsibility and give them an opportunity to support a good cause together in the run-up to Christmas. A school fundraising campaign is a great way to strengthen a sense of community while supporting people in need.

Donate as school

Your Christmas donation matters

Every donation, no matter how big or small, brings hope and support to the people who need it most. Your Christmas donation helps us continue our work and implement humanitarian projects around the world. Your contribution goes where it is needed most, whether for emergency relief in crisis-affected areas, support for women and mothers in need, or long-term projects in health and nutrition.

Christmas campaigns in past years:

Many candles. One light.

We live in a world where many places are overshadowed by darkness: millions of people are affected by conflict and displacement, climate-related disasters, hunger and poverty. Faced with crises on such an overwhelming scale, it is easy to feel powerless. Yet even the smallest gesture of compassion and humanity can be a light of hope in the darkest of times.

This Christmas, our message is: Many candles. One light. Every gesture, every donation, every prayer and every kind word is like a candle in the darkness. With every additional flame, we push the darkness back a little further.

Let your actions shine bright!

Priceless: an invaluable gift

There is a special kind of magic in gifts that goes beyond what we can see. Big or small, some carry a priceless meaning that can be difficult to put into words.

Their true value lies not in the material gift itself, but in the emotions, memories and stories we associate with it. People from some of our projects around the world have shared their stories with us. And we would like to share them with you.

Learn more

More ideas to raise donations during the Christmas season

Donate instead of giving Christmas gifts: Together with friends, family or colleagues, consider donating to a good cause instead of, or in addition to, your usual Christmas gift exchange. It is a meaningful way to give and an activity that brings people together.
Collect donations at a Christmas dinner: Invite family and friends to a festive meal in the run-up to Christmas and set up a small donation box to collect for a good cause. This gives everyone who would like to take part an easy way to contribute.

Frequently asked questions about Christmas donations:

How can I donate to Malteser International on Christmas?

At Malteser International, there are many ways to make a Christmas donation. For example, you can give a donation as a gift to a loved one and receive a personalized donation certificate. Alternatively, you can make a one-time donation or become a regular supporter. Starting your own Christmas fundraiser is another great option: simply create your own fundraising page and share it with friends, family and colleagues so you can make a difference together.

What humanitarian projects can I support on Christmas?

With your Christmas donation, you support Malteser International’s humanitarian projects around the world. These include emergency relief in crisis-affected areas and following natural disasters, as well as access to clean water, food and healthcare.

With an unrestricted donation, your contribution is used wherever it is needed most. You can also choose to donate specifically to our annual Christmas campaign and directly support one of the key areas of our work.

This Christmas, donate for people in need worldwide!

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Your donation on Christmas

Why a Christmas donation is a meaningful gesture