K107FM team up with Raith Rovers and Fife Flyers to Support Cottage Family Centre Christmas Appeal

K107FM, alongside Raith Rovers and Fife Flyers have announced a new community partnership to support the Cottage Family Centre Christmas Appeal, bringing together the reach of local radio and the power of local sport to help ensure children and families across Fife have a Christmas to remember.

The organisations all share a commitment to supporting local people and shining a spotlight on causes that matter. The partnership will use the combined platforms of all three organisations to raise awareness of the appeal among supporters, listeners, sponsors and businesses across the region.

The approach reflects K107FM's focus on giving local organisations time to tell their stories and supporting opportunities for community action, while building on Fife Flyers Raith Rovers' longstanding connection with local communities.

The Cottage Family Centre Christmas Appeal is collecting donations of new toys, clothing, pyjamas, toiletries and non-perishable food to support local children and families aged 0-16 during the festive period.

Supporters, residents and businesses will be encouraged to donate gifts and essential items throughout the campaign.

A key feature of the campaign will be a series of "Cram The Van" events, coordinated by K107FM, with the aim of filling an entire van with donations at each collection point.

The first event will take place at Raith Rovers' home match against Partick Thistle at Stark's Park on 21 November, where supporters will be invited to bring donations before the game.

A second major collection will be held during Lang Toun Lights on Kirkcaldy High Street on 28 November, when thousands of residents are expected to attend the town's annual Christmas lights switch-on celebrations.

The third event will then be outside Fife Ice Arena for Fife Flyers fixture against Belfast Giants on the 5^th December.

Players from both sports teams are expected to play an active role in the campaign, helping to encourage donations, meeting supporters and promoting the appeal through club and station channels. The activity will be supported through on-air coverage on K107FM and across both organisations' social media platforms.

The partnership will also extend into Kirkcaldy town centre, with K107FM supporting Raith Rovers' retail activity by hosting a temporary club pop-up shop within the station's Community Space in the Mercat Shopping Centre on Friday 27 November and Saturday 28 November.

Hayley Scott, General Manager Raith Rovers said:

“At Raith Rovers, our role in the community extends beyond the football pitch and the final whistle. We are proud to announce our partnership with Fife Flyers and K107FM to support the Cottage Family Centre’s toy drive, helping families across Kirkcaldy and the surrounding areas who need extra support this Christmas.

We want as many children as possible to have a gift to open on Christmas morning. We’re inviting our fans, sponsors and local businesses to join us, whether by donating a gift, hosting a donation bin or helping spread the word. Coming together as a community can make a real difference. Every contribution, however small, can help bring a little Christmas magic and joy to a local family.”

John Brown, CEO of Fife Flyers, said:

“At Fife Flyers, we firmly believe that our responsibility extends far beyond what happens on the ice. We are incredibly proud of our connection with the local community, and supporting families across Fife, particularly at this time of year, is something very close to our hearts.

Christmas should be a special time for every child, and if we can play even a small part in making that happen, then it's something we're delighted to support. Working alongside Raith Rovers, K107FM and the Cottage Family Centre demonstrates what can be achieved when local organisations come together for a common cause. We hope our supporters and the wider Fife community will get right behind this fantastic appeal.”

Alex Airnes,  K107FM said:

"At K107FM, we're passionate about using local radio to connect people with the causes and organisations making a difference across Fife. The Cottage Family Centre Christmas Appeal is an important local campaign, and we're delighted to be working alongside the Rovers and the Flyers to give it an even bigger platform. Together, we can reach people through the things they already care about; their local team, their local radio station and their local community, and turn that awareness into action."

The Cottage Family Centre’s Assistant Manager, Kelly, said:

"The support shown by Raith Rovers, Fife Flyers and K107FM for our Christmas Appeal is truly invaluable. Their involvement helps raise awareness of the appeal, strengthens our partnership working across the community, and encourages people to come together to support families who need it most.

The generosity we receive each year has a lasting impact. It helps ensure children have presents to open on Christmas morning, food is on the table, and families can enjoy a warmer, less stressful festive period. Together, we will bring hope, comfort and joy to many local families this Christmas."

Further details of donation locations, collection dates and ways to support the appeal will be announced by Fife Flyers, Raith Rovers, K107FM and the Cottage Family Centre in the coming weeks.