How You Can Get Involved
You might not have the time to volunteer with us but that doesn’t mean you can’t get involved in other ways. Here are just a few of the ways how:
Refugees settling in Hull have often arrived with nothing but the clothes on their back. They will need clothes, bedding and other household items. We don’t currently have storage space to take in furniture but can sometimes match up donations with people who need them.
Other good quality, clean donations not needed by refugees are sold at markets to raise funds for getting vital aid to where it’s needed.
Donations can be made through our donate button on our Facebook page or by clicking the PayPal button below. Please contact us if you’d rather set up a monthly direct debit.
Some organisations kindly act as drop off points for donations. Do you have some spare space and a willingness to take in donations at times of your choice? We collect donations from drop off points as often as necessary. We already have several points in the city centre and West Hull but would appreciate locations in East Hull and further afield. Please contact us if you think your organisation could provide this service.
Whether it’s a fundraising coffee morning, or a sponsored challenge, it’s always much appreciated. You’ll have the option of funds going towards general HHfR based causes.
Aside from funds, you could arrange a get together with friends to collect a specific type of aid, such as warm socks or sanitary products.
If you’re doing a fundraiser for Hull Help for Refugees, get in touch and we’ll help to promote it through our social media channels.
Some of the friends of Hull Help for Refugees help by baking cakes for our stalls as well as making things for us to sell. Blankets can also be sent to babies and young children in refugee camps abroad.
Non-food items can be taken to our drop off points but get in touch to make arrangements for edible items.
Help to spread the word that Asylum Seekers are welcome and need legal ways to reach safety. Refugees have a lot to contribute to our society, make this known by speaking to friends and family and sharing information on social media.