Surrey Sanctuary Seekers Fund

Launched in early 2025, the Sanctuary Seekers Fund was created to support organisations working with refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants who are experiencing hardship, isolation, or discrimination. With growing need in our communities, the fund helps deliver practical support, wellbeing services, education, and opportunities for belonging.

Who can apply?

We welcome applications from:

  • Charities, CICs, CIOs, and constituted voluntary groups

  • Organisations based in or delivering services in Surrey

  • Projects that directly benefit sanctuary seekers

What we fund:

Grants typically range from £1,000 to £5,000 and may support:

  • Emergency needs (e.g., food, clothing, shelter)

  • Mental health and wellbeing programmes

  • English language learning and skills development

  • Social inclusion and community-building activities

Case studies for projects funded

  • Refugee Support Sutton
    A grant enabled Refugee Support Sutton to deliver weekly English conversation classes and one-to-one mentoring for recently arrived asylum seekers, helping them gain confidence, skills, and a stronger sense of community.

  • Elmbridge CAN
    Funding supported their youth integration project, including workshops and holiday activities for young people from refugee backgrounds, promoting friendship, mental wellbeing, and educational engagement.

How to apply

We hold multiple grant rounds each year. Check deadlines and criteria on our funding page or contact us for guidance.

Who to talk to

For any enquiries relating to the Surrey Sanctuary Seekers Fund, please contact Zoe, our Fund Development Manager.

Zoe Coltart

(She/Her)
Fund Development Manager

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01483 958307

zoe@cfsurrey.org.uk

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