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Volunteer Stories of the Month - December 2024

To round up this year of amazing volunteer stories, we spoke to some of the amazing MERU Christmas elves who transform toys to bring joy to disabled children and young people this Christmas.

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Sutton Befrienders: Gordon's Christmas Giving

Our Befriending Volunteer, Gordon Thomas, supports Sutton Befrienders through his involvement in his local Rotary club and with the proceeds of his new book.

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November Volunteer Coordinators’ Forum – Focus on Mental Wellbeing at Oru Space with QEF and Sutton Mental Health Foundation

In the run up to the busy and often stressful festive period, the Volunteer Coordinators’ Forum took some time to discuss the importance of mental wellbeing for both volunteers and staff.

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Fundraising: Calling all football fans! Donate to Volunteer Centre Sutton by going to watch Sutton United Football Club play!

By purchasing tickets through our unique link for the match on Saturday 21st December, you will help to raise vital funds towards our charity work.

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Integrating Sutton: Hong Kong Group Volunteering Project September 2024 - November 2024

The Hong Kong Group Volunteering Project, run by Volunteer Centre Sutton from September to November 2024, has been a huge success with 112 participants registered.

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Volunteering: John Smith shortlisted for the Outstanding Volunteer Award, Sutton Community Awards 2024

Congratulations to our volunteer John Smith, who is a member of our Community Volunteer Squad, and also volunteers as a MAPS Mentor and a St Raphael’s Hospice Compassionate Neighbour.