30 years supporting the homeless and isolated families

'Give a Gift' appeal directly benefiting those in need

During our 30th anniversary year we are launching an Appeal to encourage people to 'Give a Gift'. The Gift we are seeking will enhance the lives of Isolated families and those that are homeless.

Your Gift will directly benefit those that are most vulnerable and at risk within our communities;

This gift could include one or more of the following items and so so much more!!!!!!
		The Drop-in Centre	The GAF
	Surprise Us	Depending on the amount this may include groups for clients to get involved in art, fishing, self help groups, women's group, cookery debt counsellling as well as meeting basic need such as clothing, food, travel and much more! etc	Depending on the amount may include community drop-in sessions for those families who are more motivated within the community, access to family support whatever the issue
	Platinum Gift- £30	Food for 3 Weeks Travel to a Night Shelter or access to emergency accommodation Clean Clothing Shoes- Decent Walking Boots Tent and Sleeping Bag- Camping Gear	A Family to access the GAF Summer Holiday Programme One on One support through outreach to a family going through chaotic and crisis of issues
	Gold Gift- £25	Flask Thermal Wear Torch Food for a week	Trip for a whole family to the seaside Rent for a cup of tea club for those with parenting issues Accessing mainstream community activities
	Silver Gift- £20	Toiletries Waterproof Jacket Underwear Food for a week	Self Help Group to access adult learning programme Cost of 2 children on a trip to the Seaside
	Bronze Gift- £10	Thick Socks Scarves and Hats Underwear Food for a week	Crayons and Paper Cost of 2 children to Xmas Party

  Why should you trust us with your support and donations

• We have 30 years experience running activities and projects that engage with and help those most vulnerable and at risk within our communities.
• We work with many other statutory and charitable organisations emphasising the charity meeting the high criteria within todays society.
• We work with those who have issues that may include debt, housing, mental health challenges, isolation, relationship breakdown, parenting skills, domestic abuse, employment and substance misuse.
• We tackle these issues with your support by practical support to increase confidence and self esteem. Through advocacy and advice with tailored support plans to meet current individual need, we hope to enable people to make life changing decisions for themselves.
• We work with many other charitable and statutory agencies, but over the next few years we know it is crucial we gain additional fundraising from the general public for us to provide an open door service, which is non judgemental and offers continuous provision to anyone suffering disadvantage.

The benefits of giving (for you)

• We will keep you informed on how your donations are contributing and how many people this is making a difference to.
• You will receive regular news updates from us..
• 'Give a Gift' which directly benefits those in need and also helps making our community a better place to live and work.
• Make a difference working with the charity to help those most disadvantaged within the community.
• Even a small amount which are more affordable to you as a donor will make a difference.

The benefits of giving (for the charity)

• It allows charities to provide immediate relief when an emergency occurs
• It helps the charity budget effectively
• Keeps admin fees as low as possible
• We can plan ahead to provide continuous support to those most vulnerable and at risk within the community.
• It means the charity isn't as reliant on large funding streams, who if they withdraw funding, puts services at risk.
• It means the charity can collect gift aid on donations given throughout the year

What it costs to support the homeless and isolated families within your community

£1.28 per day supports an isolated family  £1.29 per day supports someone who is homeless

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 You can also send Guildford Action a cheque by following guidance on the donate page by clicking here

Thank you all in advance!!!!