Jess Brooks, Refugee Network Manager writes As Christmas draws near, we are reminded of the true essence of peace — a peace that is not simply the absence of conflict, but the presence of safety, comfort and belonging. At Epsom & Ewell Refugee Network (EERN), our work centres on offering refugees not only practical assistance, …
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Banstead Pantry Manager Ashley writes about the difference the new Pantry is making to the local community Banstead Pantry opened on the high street in Banstead this September. We have been warmly welcomed by our local community, and we are so fortunate to have their support. In just a couple of months we have grown …
Education Support Worker, Oksanna, shares how her role has helped Ukrainian children displaced by war to continue their education in the UK. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has displaced millions, forcing families to flee their homes. The journey to a new home often comes with challenges, especially when it comes to education. Integrating into a …
Jackie, our Volunteer Co-ordinator, who has been volunteering with us for the past 12 years – writes about our latest impact report. Across the many projects of Good Company we have found that one of the most effective tools at our disposal is the ‘good old survey’. It’s a tried and tested way to obtain …
If you’re passionate about helping people in the local community and you want to help change people’s lives for the better, then we have a fantastic opportunity to join our current Board of Trustees as Chair of Trustees. We are seeking someone to Chair our existing team of trustees and support our staff and volunteers …
On Saturday, 20th July, we spent the morning together celebrating our incredible community. We invited all those connected by our projects, to attend our Community Celebration Day, with the aim of promoting community cohesion, breaking down isolation and raising food for our new Pantry in Banstead. Families and individuals spent 2 fun filled hours together, …
Good Company received a boost to our End Poverty Pledge campaign after Councillor Bernie Muir as Chair signed the pledge on behalf of Surrey’s Health and Wellbeing Board, which is comprised of senior representatives from the NHS, social care, councils and voluntary sector organisations. The Board is committed to reducing the stark health inequalities in …
Our Pantry Coordinator, Jane, writes about a recent community workshop on nutrition We constantly hear or read about what foods are good or bad for us in the media. The messages can be very confusing and difficult for people to unpick and understand what to choose or buy for themselves and their family. At Epsom …
Good Company is a local charity that grew out of Epsom and Ewell Foodbank, founded 12 years ago by local churches and community groups, working together towards stopping hunger in our local area. We very much rely on our band of around 250 volunteers who help out in many different ways; people from all …
School food is in the news again after a Headteacher in Southampton complained about the “completely unacceptable” meals being provided to students and apologised to parents. The photos he posted of some of the meals being served at his school canteen went viral under the headline, “how hard is it bake a potato?”.1 At Good …
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Our mission is to see a community free from poverty, where everyone can afford life’s essentials.
