“What does the Sheriff of Surrey do?” asked one of our guests when Honorable Christopher Critchlow, High Sheriff of Surrey, visited Shrewsbury chapel at the end of January. He was happy to explain that his role is a link between the Sovereign and the people in Surrey. In particular the Sheriff takes an active part in promoting the voluntary sector and in encouraging voluntary organisations, particularly where they are involved with crime reduction and social cohesion.
It was with that hat on that Honourable Christopher Critchlow visited the drop-in on a busy Monday. He was welcomed by Anna Coe (project coordinator ) and Sam Ferrar (Chair of Renewed Hope Trustees) before being given a tour of the day centre, and being introduced to volunteers and guests. He was keen to see how Renewed Hope helps the most vulnerable of our friends and neighbours . We also discussed the events we have planned for 2023 including street collections and The Renewed Hope Summer Party.
The Sheriff’s feedback after his visit was very encouraging , and he wrote to us later “I very much enjoyed my visit today and meeting you, some of your volunteers and guests. Thank you for giving me so much of your time and chatting about what you’re doing. I thought there was a lovely warm atmosphere in the hall and I was impressed by the cooking and the work of the volunteers. I enjoyed my chats with your guests.You’re so important to so many people and I sincerely thank you for what you do for everyone who comes to you.”
Honourable Critchlow’s year in office ends in March 2023, and we wish him well for the future, and look forward to welcoming his successor later in the year.
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Are you, or any of your family or friends thinking of taking part in Run Reigate on 18th September? Please think of running for Renewed Hope this year.
This would be your opportunity to help the homeless, vulnerable and isolated people that rely on the support of Renewed Hope.
Run Reigate is a fantastic family and community day – it has races at 5k, 10k and half marathon distances as well as kids races for all ages .
It’s a simple three step process to join our team.
1 : Register at Run Reigate : Visit this website https://www.runreigate.com/ and sign up to your chosen distance there.
2: Create your own fundraising page : Go to Renewed Hope’s campaign page here , click on the Start Fundraising button and put in your own message
3: Get your friends, family , colleagues, strangers in the street etc to sponsor your efforts.
Please join Team Renewed Hope this year. We have no membership requirements – our motto is “Any Distance, Any Age, Any Time”!
I look forward to hearing from you
Andrew Tyers (the one in middle )
PS don’t delay – 80% of 5k and half marathon places already sold!
PPS : We have a very limited number of free places – let me know if you would like one of these.
Renewed Hope are proud to announce that this year we are official charity partners of Run Reigate. On 18th September we will have a stand at Priory Park, and in the run up to the event we will be featuring in Run Reigate’s publicity, and taking part in some of the training sessions.
Last year a small team of Run Reigate runners supported Renewed Hope, raising much needed funds for homeless and vulnerable people. This year we are looking forward to welcoming even more people to join our team and fundraise for us.
Your support would help ensure that homeless and vulnerable people have somewhere to go throughout the year for a warm welcome, a hot meal and one to one support.
To join “Team Renewed Hope” on 18th September, or to find out more, please e-mail me ; andrew@renewedhope.org.uk. Any distance, any age – I look forward to hearing from you.
The staff at Day Lewis Pharmacy , Tadworth, selected Renewed Hope as their charity for a recent fundraising week . They made cakes, offered sweets and invited donations. Through the generosity of their customers they raised £90, and Day Lewis Pharmacy UK are matching that to make a total of £180.
We are most appreciative of their support. Renewed Hope is dependent on the local community to fund the work we do. All these contributions directly help those that need it most!
Many thanks to all!
Renewed Hope – The Big Sleepout 2022
Renewed Hope are planning a community event on the theme of homelessness to increase awareness and raise funds.
The Event
The event will be an overnight sleep-out in the grounds of Old Reigatian RFC, Reigate. You can choose between sleeping under a gazebo, in a tent or even under the stars!
The date for your diary is Saturday 10th September 2022, with everyone arriving from 5pm onwards. There will be a designated area for you to set up camp, with toilets and a water supply available.
Food (supplied by local businesses) will be available from 7:00 pm, on a theme of the soup kitchens that have sprung up in towns and cities in response to the need.
There will be a bonfire and some entertainment throughout the evening, as well as spaces for games.
We will be welcoming individuals, families, community groups, and teams from local businesses to take part in the day, or support it in any other way they fancy.
Awareness raising
Leading up to the event, we will be sharing information about homelessness, and about the work we do. We would love to come and meet any community groups and businesses in person to talk about the need for our services, and about how people can help.
Fundraising
There will be a small charge to ensure we cover the cost of the event. We are asking all the participants to try and raise a minimum of £150 in sponsorship, or through any fundraising activities they fancy in the lead up to 10th Sept.
We have set up a Just Giving Campaign page here Just Giving campaign Page . You can set up your own fundraising pages linked to this.
We are now open for bookings Book your place here
For more details, please contact me at andrew@renewedhope.org.uk, and keep an eye of our website and social media.
Can you help someone like Rob ? Renewed Hope has launched a Spring fundraising campaign.
ROB’S STORY
“I spent 4 years isolated in my flat, and in a strange way losing my home has led me to feeling better than I ever have, because of Renewed Hope. I have never had friends like this or support like this. I love this place, I don’t know what I would have done without it, and I will still come back when I have a home”
Since then, Rob has moved into his own flat, and is doing well.
Your contribution will help people like Rob, and the other 250 + people who come to us every year.
Read more on our Just Giving campaign page, and donate if you can.
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/RenewedHope-SpringCampaign
We did it – All four Renewed Hope Team runners completed their runs, and were still smiling at the end! John, Andrew and Jenny are pictured above – we could not catch Craig. Running a total of 75 Km, the team have also been successful in raising £1,650 …..so far. Please show your appreciation of their efforts – and help them reach their target of £2,000 by contributing to the fundraising campaign here : Renewed Hope runners at Run Reigate! – JustGiving
The money raised will contribute to the Day Centre running costs – helping it open seven days a week. It will also help with the set up costs of the latest Renewed Hope Project – a shared house for homeless people in need of support over the coming winter.
Run Reigate is happening this Sunday (19th September) . Our small but dedicated team of runners are ready to go! Between 9:00 and 11:00 they will be running almost 40 miles , and will no doubt run faster and better with your support!
To find out more, please visiting our Just Giving page. You can sponsor them there! Renewed Hope runners at Run Reigate! – JustGiving
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