For whānau facing the persistent challenges of poverty, Christmas can intensify the fear and whakamā (shame) of not having the means to celebrate. This report captures the impact of this key event and the heart behind our year-round work with whānau.

This report is prepared as an encouragement and inspiration for those involved in Christmas From The Heart 2024, and to highlight the impact a connected community can have in supporting others during challenging times. It provides an overview of Christmas From The Heart 2024 and contains high-level data about whānau receiving Christmas support.

In December 2023, Visionwest held its fifth Christmas From The Heart Event giving over 4,000 people a Christmas they might otherwise have missed out on. This report provides an overview of the event with data and insights on poverty in Aotearoa New Zealand.