We're still collecting donations
On the 19th February 2025 we'd raised £10,078 with 132 supporters in 42 days. But as every pound matters, we're continuing to collect donations from supporters.
Migrants Organise Winter Solidarity Appeal 2024-25
by Migrants Organise Ltd. in London, Greater London, United Kingdom
Total raised £10,582
raised so far+ est. £1026.50
135
supporters
Flexible funding – this project will receive all pledges made
by
19th February 2025 at 11:20am
We will provide practical everyday support for refugees and migrants as we continue the fight for dignity, welcome, freedom and solidarity!
by Migrants Organise Ltd. in London, Greater London, United Kingdom
New stretch target
Hitting our stretch target will mean our support can go much further this Winter. We will support individuals and families living in asylum accommodation with emergency needs as well as move on support after the granting of refugee status. It is vital that they can access financial entitlements at a critical transition stage in their lives.
"We need you to stand with us and continue resisting hate and hostility. We need you to do the work of building resilience. That is why we organise and build communities of solidarity. Action is the best antidote to despair and there is a lot of good work happening. We must tell a different story, our story of dignity, welcome, freedom and solidarity for all." Zrinka Bralo CEO, Migrants Organise
Organising and campaigning together for the change we want to see requires us to be there to support refugees, people seeking asylum and migrants navigate the hostile environment. That means responding practically through immediate hardship support and advice. It also means providing activities that bring our members together in a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
Your donations will only be used directly on the needs of our members. Other funding we raise from trusts and foundations cover all our staffing and operational costs.
All money we raise this winter will be used for:
- Responding quickly to emergency situations e.g. for new arrivals who require toiletries, clothing, mobile phones and short term accommodation in situations where someone finds themselves street homeless;
- Supporting our members to access welfare, financial and healthcare entitlements e.g. when refugee status has been granted and moving on support is required to connect to communities and services;
- One to one specialist mental health support e.g. so that survivors of trafficking, modern day slavery, gender based violence and other traumas can get the support they need;
- Travel expenses for members so that they can join our weekly activities that support wellbeing and community connection e.g. English classes, walking, gardening and cooking groups;
- Training for members to speak out and advocate together e.g. through our legal aid and housing organising groups.
We need your help and solidarity. Please donate and share this Crowdfunder. Every contribution makes a huge difference to the lives of our members and takes us closer to the world we want to win - one in which there is dignity and justice for all!
"Behind all the victories of the past decade, there are campaigners and organisations who have never given in to the luxury of despair or hopelessness. None of their victories have been 'small victories'. Each transforms lives" author and supporter Kamila Shamsie on the impact of Migrants Organise
Rewards
This project offers rewards in return for your donation.
£100 or more
£100 Reward
This pays for travel expenses for ten of our most isolated members to attend a group work sessions such as our English classes, sewing, gardening or walking groups to improve their wellbeing and community connections. As a reward for your donation you will receive a a copy of 'Migrant Writes' a collection of poems written by our members.
£20 or more
£20 Reward
This pays for two months mobile phone credit so that one of our members can stay connected with us and other networks to receive vital advice and support. As a reward for your donation you will receive a digital Migrants Organise poster.
£50 or more
£50 Reward
This pays for a voucher for one of our members to be what he\she or their children most need. As a reward for your donation you will receive a digital art work piece or poem created by one of our members.
£500 or more
£500 or more Reward
This pays for 5 mental health support sessions from a qualified practitioner experienced in working with survivors of trafficking and people with complex mental health needs. As a reward for your donation you can choose from:
A copy of the groundbreaking book ‘A world without racism: building anti-racist futures’ editor Josh Virasami featuring chapter by Migrants Organise; or one of our tshirts. We will send pictures of options/sizes available.