Two children at Holiday Fun canteen enjoying lunch and looking at the camera with surprised faces. There are graphics on the image saying: 'Double the difference' and

Give a child a happier future this Christmas!

This winter, more and more families in Colchester face the impossible choice between heating and eating, as the financial strain grows during school holidays and weekends.

Together, we can change this. Your gift will support our Holiday Fun programme, offering free creative activities and warm meals to children and families during weekends and school holidays.

 

Every pound you give today via BigGive.org will be doubled (up to £30,740!)  giving more children a chance at a happier future!

Have your donation doubled today

Artist Activity Packs

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Stay inspired with activities from artists including Grayson Perry, Antony Gormley, Sarah Lucas, Gillian Wearing, Idris Khan, Cornelia Parker, Jeremy Deller, Vanley Burke, and many more.

Anyone can have a go, with plenty of fun things to make and do. There are no specialist materials required, plus our packs are completely FREE to download!

Over 92,000 people have downloaded our packs so far – from all across the world including Spain, New Zealand and Australia!

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Welcome area at Firstsite. 'Big Hello' (2018) Peter Liversidge. Photo by Jayne Lloyd.

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