"Play Christkind" with Post and Samaritan Association Austria
For the 13th time, the Samaritan Association and the Austrian Post AG are inviting people to the popular Christmas campaign "Play Santa". People all over Austria can send gifts free of charge to children in poverty.
Numerous Children in Austria at Risk of Poverty
"Every fifth child in Austria is at risk of poverty and feels their situation particularly strongly around Christmas. This is exactly where we focus our campaign," emphasizes Reinhard Hundsmüller, Federal Managing Director of the Samaritan Association. "Together with many committed people, we want to give children, who often go without, a joyful Christmas celebration."
18,000 Gifts Distributed Last Year
What began in 2012 as a small initiative is now an integral part of the Advent season. "Play Santa" has long been a cherished ritual for many people. Last year, over 18,000 gifts were collected and distributed, bringing a piece of Christmas joy to just as many children across Austria.
"As the Austrian Post, we want to bring joy, warmth, and confidence to children and families at Christmas. That's why we are once again taking on the logistical implementation of this valuable campaign and ensuring that every gift arrives safely and on time. Especially in this time, a small gesture can be a great sign of hope," explains Walter Oblin, CEO of the Austrian Post AG.
This is how "Play Santa" works:
- Ein Geschenk im Wert von rund 20 bis 40 Euro besorgen und weihnachtlich verpacken.
- Für den Versand das Päckchen gemeinsam mit einem kurzen Info-Zettel (z. B. Altersangabe) in eine neutrale Verpackung geben.
- Auf das Paket gut sichtbar "#TeamChristkind" schreiben oder ein Gratis-Versandetikett der Post aufkleben.
- Das Geschenk bis 23. Dezember 2025 kostenlos in einer Postfiliale oder bei einem Post-Partner abgeben.
The gifts are distributed during the Christmas season by full-time and volunteer Samaritans as well as the Samaritan Youth to children from social institutions and families affected by poverty.
Even those in a hurry can help
Those who don't have time to go shopping themselves or are still looking for a suitable gift idea can find ready-made gift packages for all ages on the online platform shöpping.at. Additionally, anyone can support the #TeamChristkind with a monetary donation.
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