Gifting baby and children's items
to families in need

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Family2Family

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"I have just been to visit Mum and she cried when I told her what you
are doing for her"

Family2Family is based in Crowborough and operates across the county of East Sussex, and surrounding areas. Through the simple act of redistribution, we seek to alleviate poverty and associated adversity by gifting good quality baby and children's clothing and essential items to those in need of support in East Sussex and surrounding areas.

Our volunteers take great care in preparing beautifully presented bundles, so families feel worthy and dignified in their time of need. In November 2025 we were honoured to receive The King's Award for Voluntary Service in recognition of our exceptional work in the community.

The King's Award for Voluntary Service

We were immensely proud to receive this award in November 2025, the highest accolade a UK voluntary group can receive, equivalent of an MBE. We celebrated with our volunteers at our premises, followed by an official ceremony in the Spring of 2026 when the award was presented on behalf of His Majesty The King, by the Lord-Lieutenent of East Sussex. The ceremony and afternoon-tea brought together volunteers, trustees, and distinguished guests to celebrate the exceptional contributions made by the organisation. And finally, a once in a lifetime afternoon-tea was enjoyed by our Founders, Hannah and Leila, who were thrilled to attend a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.

Founded in 2018 as Baby2Baby, Family2Family has grown over the years to support children from 0 – 16 years through the redistribution of clothing and essential items to those in need across East Sussex. Whilst the physical items provide an immediate relief to the families circumstances, the care in which the items are presented ensures recipients feel they have received a gift in their time of need, which can boost well being and mental health.

Over the past eight years, our volunteers have contributed thousands of hours to support local families through its core service and delivering initiatives such as Bags4School, Gifts4Kids, Beds4Kids and the recently launched Family2Family Boutique where anyone can access beautifully presented baby clothing bundles for an optional donation to the charity.