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New week and a new blog from one of our Banstead Pantry Steering group members, Sharon, who writes:

9 Sep 26

📢 Our latest impact report for Banstead Pantry has just been released

Follow the link to read highlights and find the link to the whole report: 👉https://goodcompany.org.uk/banstead-pantry-a-huge-asset-to-all-members/ “It made a huge difference to my financial struggles. I am managing to sort out other debts because I don’t have to spend so much money on basic essentials. I feel great when I go there as everyone is so […]

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7 Sep 26

🤔 So…..how do food banks actually work? Food banks like ours provide emergency food and practical support to people facing hardship. When people come through our doors, we always offer a warm welcome, a cuppa and a chance to chat. We double check any dietary requirements people may have and invite them to choose their […]

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24 Aug 26

📣Last week, we held a workshop to listen to the views of our clients with lived experience of living on Universal Credit (UC). We asked them about the adequacy of UC, and whether the current approach to setting levels of financial support from UC is fit for purpose. We will be submitting the results to […]

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13 Aug 26

📣A huge thank you to Scheidt & Bachmann for this amazing donation of food and essentials! Your support will make a real difference to local people facing financial hardship.💚 Follow us on Instagram for more updates: www.instagram.com/good_company_surrey/

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6 Aug 26

Join us for a fun-filled evening of entertainment, friendly competition and fundraising, all in support of our work.

📅 Saturday 12th September 🕢 7pm – 9.30pm 📍 Ruxley Church, West Ewell 🎟️ £15 per person (tables of up to 8) 🍷 Bring your own drinks and nibbles Expect a fun quiz, a fantastic raffle, and a live performance from the brilliant Epsom Male Voice Choir. All proceeds will help replenish food stocks at […]

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31 Jul 26

Last week we held our fifth LEAP (Lived Experience Advisory Panel) gathering at Good Company. We covered a range of topics from discussing fundraising and brainstorming ideas for Christmas events, to highlighting organisations who would benefit from poverty awareness training for their frontline staff and hearing from one of our members who has started a […]

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24 Jul 26

Last week we listened to our clients to hear about their experiences of applying for the disability benefit Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Their feedback will feed into the current government review of PIP to help ensure it works better for people when they need it. https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/the-timms-review Follow us on Instagram for more updates: www.instagram.com/good_company_surrey/

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9 Jul 26

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our latest volunteer training session! 💚

We are so grateful to every person who chooses to give their time, skills and compassion to support local people facing hardship. If you’ve ever thought about volunteering with us, you can email [email protected], to find out more about the different opportunities available and how you can become part of our amazing team. Together, we […]

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29 Jun 26

New week and a new blog from one of our Banstead Pantry Steering group members, Sharon, who writes:

“Yes, Banstead Pantry is a place where members can choose the food they need at an affordable price. But, Banstead Pantry offers so much more. From help with debt counselling and council tax, advice for benefit claims, through to new born starter packs and even cooking lessons! But most importantly, Banstead Pantry is a community […]

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9 Jun 26

Standing Together

This Pride Month, we’re recognising the unequal impact of hunger on LGBTQIA+ communities. In 2024, research showed 1 in 3 people in the LGBTQIA+ community faced hunger and hardship, compared to 15% of people who are heterosexual. Pride is about visibility, equality, and community. And we’re proud to be part of a network that supports […]

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