Christmas Jumper Day 2025: Festive Fundraising Returns This December
Introduction: A Festive Tradition with Purpose
Christmas Jumper Day is held annually and will be on Thursday, December 11, in 2025 – with Save the Children hoping this year’s edition will see donations top the £2.5 million raised in 2024. This beloved event combines holiday cheer with charitable giving, encouraging people across the UK to don their most festive knitwear for a worthy cause. Christmas Jumper Day is Save the Children’s annual event which raises money for the children who need it most.
The History and Purpose Behind the Day
The first Christmas Jumper Day was back in 2012 and is an initiative by Save The Children to raise money for their charity. Since then, the event has grown significantly, with millions of people putting on their jazziest jumpers for one day in December, donating £2 to Save the Children, and helping make the world better for children in the UK and around the world. On a specific day in December, people are encouraged to make the world better with a sweater and raise funds for Save the Children by wearing a Christmas jumper and making a suggested donation of £2 (€2), or £1 (€1) for school children.
How to Get Involved in 2025
Participation is simple and flexible. While the official date is Thursday 11th December, Christmas Jumper Day is on Thursday 11th December 2025 – but you can take part any day you want! You can encourage your workplace, school, or community group to participate by organizing a Christmas Jumper Day event, where everyone wears their holiday sweaters and contributes to a chosen charity. Beyond Save the Children, various charities have adopted the concept to raise funds for their own causes, from mental health services to sepsis awareness.
Making a Difference This Christmas
Save the Children stated: “We’ll use the money raised on Christmas Jumper Day to help children in the UK and all around the world stay safe, healthy and learning – and change their future for good.” The event represents more than just a fun day of festive fashion—it’s an opportunity for communities to come together and make a tangible impact. Whether you opt for a classic reindeer pattern or go all out with tinsel decorations, your participation helps support children and families who need it most during the holiday season and beyond.