We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported our Belonging Starts Here campaign.
Thanks to the generosity of 79 individuals, and the match funding from the Aviva Community Fund, we raised £9,542 to support refugees and people seeking asylum in the North East. For a small charity like WERS, this kind of support really matters.
It allows us to continue the steady, practical work we do every day — helping people understand the systems around them, manage everyday finances and rebuild their lives with confidence.
Behind every donation is a simple act of solidarity. People choosing to stand alongside others who are navigating the asylum system and trying to build a future in our community.
To everyone who donated, shared the campaign, and to Aviva for matching contributions — thank you.
Your support helps ensure that, for many people arriving in our region, belonging truly does start here.