Forget the North Pole – the real magic happens in your neighbourhood ✨
Christmas is one of the most magical times of the year! But let’s be honest – it can also be one of the most expensive and stressful. Between finding the right gifts, wrapping, planning, and trying to make everything perfect, the pressure can seriously pile up.
But here’s the good news: there is a simple way to ease that pressure… 👀
This December, we’re inviting you to Help Santa Out This Christmas – a festive, feel-good challenge for Olio-ers everywhere to become Santa’s Little Helpers by sharing the pre-loved items already sitting in their homes.
It’s the easiest way to spread kindness, and help your neighbours save money as well as enjoy a joyful and less wasteful Christmas 🎄
How does it work? 🎅
Between 1st and 14th of December, add 5 non-food listings* to Olio (think unused gifts, stocking fillers, forgotten treasures) and you’ll:
🎁 Be entered to win a Christmas dinner on Olio!** (T&Cs apply)
🎁 Unlock the “Santa’s Little Helper 2025” badge
It’s feel-good gifting made simple – help Santa spread some Christmas joy, and maybe win a festive treat for yourself too.
Pass it on this Christmas 💖
For many, Christmas can be a tough time – especially when budgets are tight and shopping lists feel endless. By sharing what you already have, you can make the season a little brighter (and a lot less stressful) for someone right around the corner.
That toy your kids no longer play with, the book you’ve finished, the puzzle from last winter or that unopened bath set – they could all become thoughtful gifts for a neighbour who needs a little extra help this year.
It’s the easiest way to help your neighbours enjoy a more affordable and sustainable Christmas by sourcing presents secondhand!🎄
And here’s the lovely part: when you pass something on, the joy doesn’t stop with the person receiving it.
Acts of generosity are scientifically proven to boost your own mood, too. Giving triggers “feel-good” hormones like dopamine and oxytocin, which support happiness, connection and wellbeing – something we could all use during the long winter months.
So this December, become one of Santa’s Little Helpers and help make Christmas feel good – for your neighbours, and for you 💝
* Free and sell non-food listings both count
** Prize draw: 3 winners will receive a £/$/€75 cash prize (currency depends on your country)