{
  "id": 19154420,
  "title": "A toothbrush, a pair of socks, a packet of biscuits: how your trolley could warm a homeless person’s winter in Malaga",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/a-toothbrush-a-pair-of-socks-a-packet-of-biscuits-how-your-trolley",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-09T13:21:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Euro Weekly News",
    "slug": "euro-weekly-news",
    "url": "https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/11/09/a-toothbrush-a-pair-of-socks-a-packet-of-biscuits-how-your-trolley-could-warm-a-homeless-persons-winter-in-malaga/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A simple act of kindness during the winter months can make a significant difference for the homeless population in Malaga. A community appeal is calling on local residents and businesses to contribute to filling shoeboxes with essential items and small treats for those who are sleeping rough on the Costa del Sol. The initiative is being spearheaded by local resident Mia Wallace, who will personally assemble the boxes to ensure an even distribution of useful and pleasant items. Property management company Indigo Niños is also supporting the cause within the expat community.\n\nLast year's collection highlighted the impact a small gift can have on someone experiencing homelessness. This year, organizers aim to extend their reach even further. The appeal encourages individuals to contribute even the smallest of items, such as a toothbrush, pair of socks, or packet of biscuits, as even the tiniest gesture can provide significant comfort.\n\nThe items needed include personal care products like toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, flannels, hand sanitiser, wipes, deodorant, lip balm, hand creams, tissues, combs, nail clippers, sanitary pads, and tampons. Warmth and practical essentials such as socks, gloves, hand warmers, reusable water bottles, small torches, keyring lights (with batteries), notebooks, pens, and plasters are also in demand. Food and small treats, like pot noodles, instant porridge sachets, cereal bars, crackers, biscuits, chocolate bars, and individually wrapped sweets, are also welcomed.\n\nCurrently, two drop-off points are set up in Mijas: Hot Off the Press Laundry at Los Jarales, Calahonda, near Mercadona, and The Laundry Lounge at Jardin Botanico. Other readers have inquired about collection locations on social media, and some volunteers have offered assistance at various spots, including El Faro near Opium Beach and La Trocha market on Sundays. However, these arrangements are not yet confirmed, so donors should verify in advance. Businesses are also encouraged to participate by donating bulk quantities of toiletries, socks, or chocolates to help achieve the goal.\n\nSharing the appeal with friends, neighbors, and local businesses can quickly generate more donations. Mia Wallace and her team have expressed their gratitude to everyone involved, emphasizing that a simple act of kindness from the community can greatly alleviate the harsh winter weather for those in need. For more information and to confirm collection points, readers can visit the Indigo Niños Facebook page.",
  "summary": "An extra item in your supermarket trolley could bring real comfort to someone sleeping rough on the Costa del Sol. […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Community appeal aims to provide winter essentials for homeless in Malaga.",
    "Items requested range from personal care to warmth and practical goods.",
    "Two drop-off points in Mijas set up for donations collection."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}