For the third year in a row, the Eyjafjörður Welfare Fund presents the Welfare Star in collaboration with Glerártorg Shopping Centre and Slippurinn Akureyri. The new design for Christmas 2025 was created by Elva Ýr Kristjánsdóttir and Kristín Anna Kristjánsdóttir, marketing project managers at Glerártorg, and, as in previous years, produced and sponsored by Slippurinn Akureyri. Sales of the Welfare Star begin on Saturday, November 8, at 1 p.m. at Glerártorg and form an important part of the Fund’s annual fundraising efforts. Everyone involved donates their time, and all proceeds go directly to individuals and families in need in the Eyjafjörður region. The Welfare Star will be available throughout the Christmas season at Lindex and Heimilistæki / Tölvulistinn / Kúnígúnd stores at Glerártorg. “The Welfare Star is a beautiful and meaningful Christmas ornament – a symbol of unity and kindness in the lead-up to the holidays,” says Guðný Jóna Þorsteinsdóttir, advisor to the Fund. A new design of the star will be introduced each year, adding to its collectable value for those who cherish it year after year. About the Eyjafjörður Welfare Fund The Eyjafjörður Welfare Fund is a joint initiative of the Church Aid of Iceland, The Salvation Army in Akureyri, the Mothers’ Support Committee of Akureyri, and the Red Cross of Eyjafjörður. Since 2013, these organisations have worked together to support individuals and families in the Eyjafjörður area who are struggling financially. The need for assistance has grown significantly in recent years. During Christmas 2024, the Fund received over 500 applications, and a similar number is expected this year. “We could not do this without the goodwill of Glerártorg and the employees of Slippurinn Akureyri, whose invaluable contribution makes this project possible. We encourage everyone in the community to buy the star and show unity and warmth in the spirit of Christmas,” says Kristín Björk Gunnarsdóttir, Chair of the Eyjafjörður Welfare Fund. The Welfare Fund operates throughout the year with the goal of supporting individuals and families in need. All donations go directly toward purchasing grocery gift cards, which are distributed to those requiring assistance. Those who wish to support the project can send an email to jolaadstod@gmail.com or donate to the bank account 0302-26-003533.

Elegant execution of the artwork Sókn in Grenivík. Designer: Sigríður Björg Haraldsdóttir, pictured here. Slippurinn Akureyri contributed to the final design and preparation. Photo courtesy of Grenivík.is.