Charity
Rosary Bead Fundraising- October 2026
During the Month of October, members of the GIFT Team showed great commitment to living out their faith in action by organising the sale of Rosary beads. Through their efforts, they raised £___ for Mary's Meals, a charity that provides nutritious meals to children in some of the world's poorest communities.
This was a wonderful choice of charity during this special month dedicated to Our Lady. As we prayed the Rosary and reflected on Mary's example of love, service and compassion, the children were able to put these values into practice by supporting others in need.
We are incredibly proud of the GIFT Team for their dedication and generosity. Their fundraising has helped make a difference to the lives of children around the world while reminding us of the importance of prayer, faith and service during this holy month
Lent 2026
Throughout Lent, our children showed incredible generosity, compassion and leadership through a variety of fundraising and service projects. They raised funds for charities, supported our local community, and engaged in activities that reflected the values of Catholic Social Teaching.
Nursery and Reception sold juice and biscuits on Fridays to support Mary’s Meals, helping children around the world access daily meals and education.
Year 1 collected food and toiletries for a local foodbank.
Year 2 held a “guess the number of marbles” activity to raise money for Caritas, with the winner receiving a personally chosen storybook.
Year 3 also collected donations for a local foodbank.
Year 4 ran a pre-loved toy and book sale to support Caritas and local families.
Year 5 organized a giant litter pick around the school and Wilson Road, alongside posters to raise environmental awareness.
Year 6 focused on care for creation, creating “One Little Thing…” posters to encourage the school community to take small actions to protect our planet.
Staff also supported the efforts by donating Easter eggs for a Holy Week raffle, with all proceeds going to St Joseph’s Penny (Caritas).
Each campaign inspired compassion, awareness, and action. We were so proud of the children’s creativity, commitment, and willingness to serve others.
A huge thank you for all your support with our Lenten appeals. Together, we raised £517.13 for Caritas and £160 for Mary’s Meals- a fantastic total of £677.13
Advent 2025
During Advent, the children collected toiletries for Caritas and took part in Christmas Jumper Day, raising a fantastic £200. Their generosity and enthusiasm helped support those in need and brought the true spirit of giving into our school community.
Harvest Autumn 2025
During the autumn term, as part of our Harvest Festival, the children and families of Mount Carmel generously donated food and toiletries for the Lalley Centre. These contributions will support our local food bank and provide essential help to families within our community.
