0800 Repair has supported Gentoo group and its festive campaign, which has collected more than 1,300 gifts that will be donated to families in need living in Sunderland.

Peppa Pig, Barbie dolls, LEGO packages, footballs, arts and crafts and selection boxes are amongst the gifts delivered to families across the city before Christmas Day. The gifts also included fluffy blankets, socks, hats and scarves for both adults and children.

Jason Oakes, sales director at 0800 Repair said: “We are delighted to be supporting one of our longstanding partners, Gentoo group, in its festive gift donation project.

“We hope the families that receive the presents enjoy their gifts and it brings some joy to them all.

“Christmas can be a tough time for some families and we’re proud play a part in helping Gentoo spread some happiness at such a special time of year.”

Louise Bassett, Chief Executive Officer at Gentoo Group, said: “I have been blown away by my colleagues and our partners who continue to show kindness and generosity year after year.

“These small acts of kindness aim to ease some of the burden for the many families who are finding it difficult to afford presents this Christmas.

“On behalf of Gentoo, I would like to thank our partners who made this year’s Christmas campaign possible, it’s because of their generosity thousands of people in Sunderland will be waking up on Christmas morning with gifts under the tree.”