Liverpool Seafarers Centre Announces Parcel Appeal This Christmas To Uplift Seafarers Visiting The Port Of Liverpool

Join the Parcel Appeal This Christmas To Support Liverpool’s Visiting Seafarers

By donating items to their Christmas parcels, local businesses and individuals can help remind these maritime workers that they are not forgotten and that their well-being matters (Credit: Supplied/Image was provided to The Liverpudlian to share, courtesy of the Publicist on behalf of their client. We make no claim to this content).

The Liverpool Seafarers Centre is reaching out to local businesses and the wider community to support its annual Christmas Parcel Appeal, aimed at uplifting the spirits of seafarers visiting the Port of Liverpool during this festive season.

As one of the world’s major ports, Liverpool plays a crucial role in transporting goods across the world, facilitating trade routes spanning from the Americas to Asia.

The seafarers who navigate these transatlantic and international waters are the backbone of the global economy, ensuring the movement of essential goods and commodities as well as all the presents that you’ll find under the tree this Christmas. The Seafarers Centre believes it is vital to extend our local hospitality to those who work tirelessly at sea.

Seafarers often spend months away from their families and loved ones, facing isolation and loneliness, as well as challenging working conditions such as the constant threat of piracy. Christmas time can be particularly challenging for them, as they are away from home during what is traditionally a time of togetherness and celebration.

By donating items to their Christmas parcels, local businesses and individuals can help remind these maritime workers that they are not forgotten and that their well-being matters.

"The Christmas Parcel Appeal is not just about providing gifts; it’s about creating a sense of community and belonging for those who often feel isolated." - John Wilson, Chief Executive of Liverpool Seafarers Centre.

John Wilson, Chief Executive of Liverpool Seafarers Centre, emphasises the importance of prioritising their mental health, saying: “Long periods away from family, combined with the immense pressures of their demanding jobs, can lead to feelings of anxiety and depression. By providing them with a warm, welcoming space at our seafarers centre and thoughtful Christmas gifts, we can offer them much-needed support during this special time of year.”

John went on to encourage businesses in Liverpool to take pride in our City Region’s rich maritime heritage and its reputation as the friendliest port in the world.

He said: “Your contributions will go a long way in showing seafarers that Liverpool cares. The Christmas Parcel Appeal is not just about providing gifts; it’s about creating a sense of community and belonging for those who often feel isolated."

John added: "Together, we can demonstrate that Liverpool is a city that stands by its values of kindness and support, especially during the festive season."

The Liverpool Seafarers Centre are seeking donations of items such as toiletries, confectionery, warm clothing (hats, gloves), stocking fillers or donations towards purchasing these items. Businesses can also include items of branded merchandise.

They aim to top last year’s target of 1000 gift bags which were distributed to visiting seafarers from across the world throughout the month of December.

To donate items, volunteer your time, or learn more about supporting the Liverpool Seafarers Centre, you can get in touch with them through telephon on 0300 800 8080, or alternatively you can email: admin@liverpoolseafarerscentre.org.

Visit Or Postal Donations Can Be Sent To:

Liverpool Seafarers Centre,

20 Crosby Road South,

Borough of Sefton, L22 1RQ,

Liverpool City Region, UK.

By giving a little this Christmas, you can help Liverpool Seafarers Centre to deliver smiles to the crew who arrive in Liverpool, reminding them that they are appreciated and cared for, even when oceans away from home.