WE ACHIEVE MORE WHEN WE WORK TOGETHER

We work with a growing network of local charities, faith groups, schools and companies. These organisations play a key role in supporting refugees - providing vital funds and committed volunteers. We work in close partnership with the following organisations who directly support us in our work.

Who We Work With

Walton Charity
A  local charitable foundation supporting people in Elmbridge who are experiencing financial hardship. We are extremely grateful to them for supporting some of our special funding requests, vital for our continued support work.  www.waltoncharity.org.uk 
City of Sanctuary
City of Sanctuary is a movement to build a culture of hospitality for people seeking sanctuary in the UK. Its goal is to create a network of towns and cities throughout the country which are proud to be places of safety for people seeking refuge. It also helps refugees to integrate into their local communities. Elmbridge CAN is proud to be an official member of the City of Sanctuary movement. ​
www.cityofsanctuary.org
Big Leaf Foundation
A  local charitable foundation providing a nurturing programme of activities, projects and events, that focus on combating social isolation for displaced young people in Surrey.bigleaffoundation.org.uk​
Elmbridge Borough Council
Elmbridge Borough Council holds the primary responsibility to resettle refugees locally. Elmbridge CAN is pleased to have a close relationship with the Council. We support them in the resettlement of refugees within the Borough.
www.elmbridge.gov.uk
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Voluntary Action Elmbridge
Voluntary Action Elmbridge supports voluntary and community work in the local area - providing guidance to charitable organisations that benefit the community. Voluntary Action Elmbridge promotes our volunteering opportunities and undertakes DBS checks on our refugee and language support volunteers.
www.vae.org.uk
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NCVO
NCVO champions the voluntary sector by connecting, representing and supporting voluntary organisations. It helps voluntary organisations and volunteers make the biggest difference they can. Elmbridge CAN is a member of NCVO.
www.ncvo.org.uk