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Elmbridge CAN is a community-based charity located in Surrey, UK. Our mission is to welcome and support refugees fleeing terror in their home countries.

The global migration crisis is an historic event that has seen the largest number of refugees since World War II. From Syria to Somalia and Libya to Afghanistan, people are suffering brutality, impoverishment and displacement because of war and political regimes. We believe that we all have the power and responsibility to make a difference to those whose lives have been affected. But we also recognise that this can't happen without a collaborative, cross-community effort. We aim to facilitate this within the Borough of Elmbridge - bringing together residents, businesses, community groups, charities and the local authority. We believe that Elmbridge CAN make a difference. OUR AIMS

1. Raising awareness - We help the residents of Elmbridge be aware of and sympathetic to the lives and needs of refugees.

2. Networking and partnerships - We facilitate collaboration, resource sharing and learning across local and national stakeholder groups to ensure the successful resettlement of refugees within Elmbridge.

3. Influencing - We engage in local and national advocacy and campaigning and support Elmbridge residents to influence our Government for the benefit of refugees.

4. Resources - We raise vital financial and material resources for refugee related charitable programmes.

27/10/2026

Today at the hub:

together with our wonderful friends at Rentstart we helped to ensure that three very young men, two who were in high school in countries which are now war zones a few months ago, will not sleep on the street in the cold

we welcomed a new arrival, persecuted in his home country, academically brilliant, engaging and wonderful to meet. We want him to know that although we can't fix all his struggles with the systems, he is not alone.

We celebrated the birthday of one of our volunteers, with cake and laughter and celebration, and much joy

A man we've known for while brought his small son with whom he is finally, after years, reunited to meet us: a rare and special thing in the current environment

We helped to make some tricky phone calls and find ways through some complex bureaucracy

Led by our Ukrainian volunteer, our wellbeing activity was around the difference between how people see us and how we feel inside, and what we want to be known for. It's a poignant subject with our group, and led to some interesting discussions.

Mainly, we felt the joy and hope of being together. Thank you to everyone who supports us https://www.elmbridgecan.org.uk/

14/10/2026

Huge thanks to the wonderful folk at EzeePadel, Weybridge for their fantastic support of our charity at their tournament this weekend, including a special appearance by the Mayor of Elmbridge Judy Sarsby and a winning rally by one of our team! These community events make all the difference to us in being able to continue our work, and we are so grateful

02/10/2026

We are hiring! We are looking for someone with casework experience and a demonstrable commitment to our cause to support some of our most vulnerable clients, ideally an Arabic speaker, in a paid role for three days a week. For more information see https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQs3XkDRZLDPfCO3MRiPzFMsEFcEnEaufiHibRhPNmoSaI3hPOwiZTv2WIQoqP2Q_Xv6Net8wKN7Geb/pub

30/09/2026

Huge thanks to the organisers of this year’s Weybridge festival for their amazing generosity in supporting us. We had so much fun on the day and are so grateful to all involved

21/09/2026

💜 What a fabulous afternoon! Thank you, Elmbridge! 💜

The sun shone for yesterday’s Elmbridge Together Family Fun Run, hosted by the Mayor of Elmbridge, Judy Sarsby - and what a wonderful afternoon it was! ☀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

It was fantastic to see people of all ages and backgrounds coming together to walk, jog, run, volunteer, cheer each other on and simply enjoy being part of such a positive and inclusive community event.

A huge thank you to everyone who came along and took part, and to all the brilliant volunteers who gave their time and energy to make the afternoon such a success. 💜

We’re also incredibly grateful to all our partners and supporters who helped make the event possible - Elmbridge BC, Elmbridge Road Runners and Places Leisure - and, of course, to Roger Black MBE, who got our runners underway, joined in the action and handed out medals at the finish line. 🏅

A big thank you too to the Claygate Scouts Band for providing the music and adding so much to the atmosphere 🎶, and to Amity Bear, who was a big hit with our younger visitors! 🐻 Special thanks to the wonderful volunteer inside the bear suit, who certainly went the extra mile!

🎥 Here are just a few highlights from a very special afternoon.

And although the Fun Run is over, the fundraising isn’t! There’s still time to donate and help us smash our fundraising target. Every contribution will support Elmbridge CAN and the Mayor of Elmbridge Trust Fund, helping us continue to make a difference in our local community.

💚 Donate here:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/elmbridgetogetherfunrun

Thank you to everyone who helped make Elmbridge Together such a joyful celebration of our community and all that we have in common. 💜

18/09/2026

☀️ The forecast is looking great for Sunday - and there’s still time to join us! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

The Elmbridge Together Family Fun Run is THIS SUNDAY, and it looks as though we’ll have perfect weather for an afternoon of physical activity by the river.

Come along with family or friends and be part of a fun, inclusive community event. 💜

There’ll be plenty happening besides the Fun Run itself, with live music from the Claygate Scouts Band, food vans, Amity Bear joining in the fun 🐻, and Olympic medallist Roger Black MBE starting the run and handing out medals. It’s all set to be a fantastic afternoon!

👟 2K children’s event - 2.30pm
🏃 5K walk, jog or run - 3pm
📍 Walton Xcel Sports Hub
📅 Sunday 20 September

⏰ Online registration closes at 12 midday tomorrow (Saturday) - so now’s the time to secure your place!

👉 https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/ElmbridgeTogetherFunRun

You can also register on the day - just make sure you arrive in plenty of time.

☀️ With great weather forecast, a beautiful riverside route and plenty of atmosphere, come down and join in - all while raising money for Elmbridge CAN and the Mayor of Elmbridge Trust Fund.

17/09/2026

📻🐻 Did you hear the Mayor talking about the Elmbridge Together Family Fun Run on BBC Radio Surrey this morning?

Mayor of Elmbridge Judy Sarsby joined BBC Surrey to talk about this Sunday’s Fun Run and why bringing people together from across our community is so important.

🎧 You can listen back on BBC Sounds here:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0031623
Judy is on at around 1:52–1:55.

And here’s another member of the team getting ready for Sunday!

💜 Amity Bear, Elmbridge CAN’s mascot, will be joining us too - meeting everyone, cheering on our runners and walkers, and especially looking forward to saying hello to all the children taking part! 🐻👋

There’s still time to join us:

👟 2K children’s event - 2.30pm
🏃‍♀️ 5K walk, jog or run - 3pm
📍 Walton Xcel Sports Hub
📅 Sunday 20 September

Come along, bring family and friends and be part of an afternoon bringing Elmbridge together and celebrating all that we have in common.

👉 Register: https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/ElmbridgeTogetherFunRun

13/09/2026

🏃‍♀️ Just one week to go - secure your place and join us! 🏃‍♂️

The countdown is on to the Elmbridge Together Family Fun Run next Sunday - and there’s still time to sign up!

As you can see, this really isn’t just about running. Whether you walk, jog or run, come along with family or friends and enjoy an afternoon by the river, bringing people from across Elmbridge together and celebrating all that we have in common. 💜

👟 2K children’s event - 2.30pm
🏃 5K walk, jog or run - 3pm
📍 Walton Xcel Sports Hub
📅 Sunday 20 September

We’re delighted that Olympic medallist Roger Black MBE will be joining us on the day, with the Claygate Scouts Band playing too - so it promises to be a fantastic afternoon with plenty of atmosphere!

Don’t miss out - secure your place today. The more the merrier!

👉 Sign up: https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/ElmbridgeTogetherFunRun

💚 The event is raising funds for Elmbridge CAN and the Mayor of Elmbridge Trust Fund.

If you can, we’d love you to go one step further and raise sponsorship too.

👉 Fundraise or donate: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/elmbridgetogetherfunrun

With thanks to our Mayor Judy Sarsby for hosting the run, and to our partners Elmbridge Road Runners, Elmbridge BC and Places Leisure for making the event possible.

06/09/2026

🎥 Olympic medallist Roger Black is joining us for the Elmbridge Together Family Fun Run!

We’re delighted that Roger will be with us on Sunday 20 September, helping us get the event underway and joining people from across Elmbridge for a fun afternoon that’s all about bringing our community together.

A former 400m European and Commonwealth champion and Olympic silver medallist, Roger knows a thing or two about running - although thankfully you don’t need to be an Olympian to join us! Whether you walk, jog or run, everyone is welcome. 🏃‍♀️🚶‍♂️

📅 Sunday 20 September
📍 Walton Xcel Sports Hub
👟 2K children’s event - 2.30pm
🏃 5K walk, jog or run - 3pm

With just two weeks to go, now’s the time to sign up and be part of it!

👉 Sign up: https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/ElmbridgeTogetherFunRun

💚 The event is raising funds for Elmbridge CAN and the Mayor of Elmbridge Trust Fund, so we’d also love participants to ask friends, family and colleagues to sponsor them.

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http://www.elmbridgecan.org.uk/

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