The long summer months can be a struggle for some families who barely manage to feed their children during the school year and may not have any money spare to pay for day trips. Dorothy and Mel worked… Read More
We are immensely sad to inform you of the death of Dorothy Knightley, Trustee and Secretary of WTRRP, in the early morning of Friday 26 July. Dorothy passed away in Watford General Hospital as a result of widespread… Read More
When I first joined WTRRP in the summer of 2018, Marie-Jo and Dorothy told me that one of the biggest problems facing the charity is that we don’t have enough funding or any paid staff to help us… Read More
It’s 9am on Sunday 23 June and I have just arrived back in the UK, seriously jet lagged! Would I be up to spending the afternoon at the annual garden party? Was there a danger I would fall… Read More
Amira* came to the UK with her husband and children for work four years ago. Since arriving here it has become unsafe for her and her family to return home. Below, Amira describes the challenges she faced in… Read More
In our spring newsletter, we announced that thanks to our generous supporters, we exceeded our target of raising £6,198 to support Leave to Remain applications for clients Isla and Alamini and their three children. A total of £10,303… Read More
On Saturday the 27th of April, twenty of our youngsters and six volunteers were thrilled to be given free tickets to watch Watford play Wolves at Vicarage Road. While the match and the outcome were a far cry… Read More
by Nicola Santamaria, Women’s Group Coordinator The 2019 Annual General Meeting was, as always, both interesting and enjoyable. The meeting began with the formal proceedings; all of the charity’s trustees and committee members were re-elected and two important… Read More
People seeking asylum in the UK are only able to apply for the right to work after they have been waiting for a decision on their asylum claim for over a year. Even then, the few people who… Read More
This is an urgent appeal for help for Isla and Alamini and their three children. UPDATEWe have reached our target! But the work goes on. Please make a donation!We can now fund urgent applications for Leave to Remain… Read More
to our Annual Garden Party at Cheslyn Gardens Sunday 23rd June 20192.30pm – 4.30pm Cheslyn GardensNascot Wood RdWD17 4SL Do come and enjoy a ‘get-together’ for clients, supporters and volunteers with refreshments & cream teas, and a beautiful… Read More
The Partnership relies entirely on donations from individuals and organisations such as local churches for its income. For donations from individuals, the Gift Aid scheme allows us to reclaim tax, which means your donations will be worth 25%… Read More
As a new volunteer, I wasn’t sure what to expect when I offered my help at the September party. It was a wet and dismal day, but as soon as I walked into the sports hall at Edge… Read More
Across UK and the rest of Europe, asylum policies are failing refugees and migrants. Now is a good time to look towards Africa, and Uganda in particular, for a different perspective. Uganda is currently accommodating 1.4 million refugees… Read More
WTRRP’s clients are growing in number (now more than 100 families) while the number of volunteers remains steady at 80. Operating remotely from volunteers’ homes and liaising with clients elsewhere has become increasingly challenging, so the need for… Read More
Ajoba (not her real name) has been a client of WTRRP ever since she arrived in the Watford area in 2012. She originally comes from Ghana and she and her partner have four children, all boys. She rarely… Read More
Opening up We are lucky to have such a calm space available to us at St John’s Church on Sutton Road (our thanks always to Father David). The kettle goes on and the drop-in is officially open! Tuesday… Read More
Since London hosted the Olympic and Paralympic games in 2012, Lee Valley Regional Authority has been making sure the Olympic legacy lives on and benefits communities in and around London through their Community Access Fund (CAF). This summer… Read More
Our political climate has allowed inaccurate statements to be broadcast with often partisan sources rushing to push their own agendas. Some statements have had a profound political impact, shaping campaigns and influencing votes. Here are just a few… Read More
Food donations are down and the shelves at Watford Foodbank are looking bare. And now the summer holidays are upon us – often the hardest time for families as children are fed all their meals at home. We… Read More
Our clients come to the ‘Drop-in centre’ at St John’s Church for many different reasons. Perhaps the biggest challenge they face is the process of making an application to the Home Office for ‘leave to remain’. The complexity… Read More
This year’s annual garden party at Cheslyn Gardens was memorable in so many ways. The weather was perfect for a day out and we made the most of it! Once again we had the support of those connected… Read More
At the March AGM, Paul Shaw formally became our new Treasurer and also a Trustee. Paul was a partner in the accountancy firm Myers Clark for many years, and even before retirement, held the position of voluntary Treasurer… Read More
Almost 70 people took part in the Grand Pudding Quiz at Corpus Christi Church Hall, Tring on Saturday 16th June. The event was organised by the Justice & Peace Group, affiliated to Churches Together in Tring, with proceeds… Read More
A massive thank you to Councillor Andrew Scarth, who raised £3000 for WTRRP during his year as Chairman of Three Rivers District Council (2016-2017). Each year, the Council Chair chooses local charities to support throughout their term, and … Read More
Dave Smith, Founder of the Boaz Trust and speaker at our AGM shares his story: I first started working with asylum seekers in December 1999 while at Mustard Tree in Manchester – a charity I’d set up to… Read More
WTRRP is continuing its relationship with Watford Food Bank, which helps us meet the monthly needs of our clients if we are unable to do so through donations to WTRRP alone. For example, between the 3rd of April… Read More
There’s no better way to spend a rainy Saturday in February than at one of our client parties! More than 85 clients came together at St Luke’s Church on the 10th of February, where the youngsters were entertained… Read More
Summer activities for youngsters
30th September 2019
By wtrrp
The long summer months can be a struggle for some families who barely manage to feed their children during the school year and may not have any money spare to pay for day trips. Dorothy and Mel worked… Read More
Dorothy Knightley – a sad loss
30th September 2019
By wtrrp
We are immensely sad to inform you of the death of Dorothy Knightley, Trustee and Secretary of WTRRP, in the early morning of Friday 26 July. Dorothy passed away in Watford General Hospital as a result of widespread… Read More
Building the WTRRP Grants team
30th September 2019
By wtrrp
When I first joined WTRRP in the summer of 2018, Marie-Jo and Dorothy told me that one of the biggest problems facing the charity is that we don’t have enough funding or any paid staff to help us… Read More
Garden party in Cheslyn Gardens
30th September 2019
By wtrrp
It’s 9am on Sunday 23 June and I have just arrived back in the UK, seriously jet lagged! Would I be up to spending the afternoon at the annual garden party? Was there a danger I would fall… Read More
‘The more you give the happier you feel’: Amira’s story
30th September 2019
By wtrrp
Amira* came to the UK with her husband and children for work four years ago. Since arriving here it has become unsafe for her and her family to return home. Below, Amira describes the challenges she faced in… Read More
A heartfelt thank you from Isla and Alamini
30th September 2019
By wtrrp
In our spring newsletter, we announced that thanks to our generous supporters, we exceeded our target of raising £6,198 to support Leave to Remain applications for clients Isla and Alamini and their three children. A total of £10,303… Read More
Cheering on Watford FC
25th May 2019
By wtrrp
On Saturday the 27th of April, twenty of our youngsters and six volunteers were thrilled to be given free tickets to watch Watford play Wolves at Vicarage Road. While the match and the outcome were a far cry… Read More
2019 AGM Roundup
25th May 2019
By wtrrp
by Nicola Santamaria, Women’s Group Coordinator The 2019 Annual General Meeting was, as always, both interesting and enjoyable. The meeting began with the formal proceedings; all of the charity’s trustees and committee members were re-elected and two important… Read More
‘It has brought my dignity back’: John’s story
25th May 2019
By wtrrp
People seeking asylum in the UK are only able to apply for the right to work after they have been waiting for a decision on their asylum claim for over a year. Even then, the few people who… Read More
Urgent Appeal
27th May 2019
By wtrrp
This is an urgent appeal for help for Isla and Alamini and their three children. UPDATEWe have reached our target! But the work goes on. Please make a donation!We can now fund urgent applications for Leave to Remain… Read More
You are invited…
23rd May 2019
By wtrrp
to our Annual Garden Party at Cheslyn Gardens Sunday 23rd June 20192.30pm – 4.30pm Cheslyn GardensNascot Wood RdWD17 4SL Do come and enjoy a ‘get-together’ for clients, supporters and volunteers with refreshments & cream teas, and a beautiful… Read More
2018 Annual Report
29th March 2019
By wtrrp
Donations and Gift Aid
12th November 2018
By wtrrp
The Partnership relies entirely on donations from individuals and organisations such as local churches for its income. For donations from individuals, the Gift Aid scheme allows us to reclaim tax, which means your donations will be worth 25%… Read More
My first WTRRP family party
12th November 2018
By wtrrp
As a new volunteer, I wasn’t sure what to expect when I offered my help at the September party. It was a wet and dismal day, but as soon as I walked into the sports hall at Edge… Read More
Learning from Africa
12th November 2018
By wtrrp
Across UK and the rest of Europe, asylum policies are failing refugees and migrants. Now is a good time to look towards Africa, and Uganda in particular, for a different perspective. Uganda is currently accommodating 1.4 million refugees… Read More
Putting down roots – our new office at St Mary’s Cloister
12th November 2018
By wtrrp
WTRRP’s clients are growing in number (now more than 100 families) while the number of volunteers remains steady at 80. Operating remotely from volunteers’ homes and liaising with clients elsewhere has become increasingly challenging, so the need for… Read More
In conversation with Ajoba
12th November 2018
By wtrrp
Ajoba (not her real name) has been a client of WTRRP ever since she arrived in the Watford area in 2012. She originally comes from Ghana and she and her partner have four children, all boys. She rarely… Read More
A day in the life of a volunteer at the drop-in centre
12th November 2018
By wtrrp
Opening up We are lucky to have such a calm space available to us at St John’s Church on Sutton Road (our thanks always to Father David). The kettle goes on and the drop-in is officially open! Tuesday… Read More
An unforgettable time at Lee Valley Water Centre!
12th November 2018
By wtrrp
Since London hosted the Olympic and Paralympic games in 2012, Lee Valley Regional Authority has been making sure the Olympic legacy lives on and benefits communities in and around London through their Community Access Fund (CAF). This summer… Read More
We’re in the news!
18th September 2018
By wtrrp
The Watford Observer, September 2018 – The invaluable work of a foodbank and a refugee group
Misleading public statements!
31st July 2018
By wtrrp
Our political climate has allowed inaccurate statements to be broadcast with often partisan sources rushing to push their own agendas. Some statements have had a profound political impact, shaping campaigns and influencing votes. Here are just a few… Read More
More food needed urgently – Can you help?
31st July 2018
By wtrrp
Food donations are down and the shelves at Watford Foodbank are looking bare. And now the summer holidays are upon us – often the hardest time for families as children are fed all their meals at home. We… Read More
Helping clients find their way through the legal maze
31st July 2018
By wtrrp
Our clients come to the ‘Drop-in centre’ at St John’s Church for many different reasons. Perhaps the biggest challenge they face is the process of making an application to the Home Office for ‘leave to remain’. The complexity… Read More
Another WTRRP garden party in perfect weather!
31st July 2018
By wtrrp
This year’s annual garden party at Cheslyn Gardens was memorable in so many ways. The weather was perfect for a day out and we made the most of it! Once again we had the support of those connected… Read More
Introducing our new Treasurer
31st July 2018
By wtrrp
At the March AGM, Paul Shaw formally became our new Treasurer and also a Trustee. Paul was a partner in the accountancy firm Myers Clark for many years, and even before retirement, held the position of voluntary Treasurer… Read More
The Grand Pudding Quiz
31st July 2018
By wtrrp
Almost 70 people took part in the Grand Pudding Quiz at Corpus Christi Church Hall, Tring on Saturday 16th June. The event was organised by the Justice & Peace Group, affiliated to Churches Together in Tring, with proceeds… Read More
A massive thank you
31st July 2018
By wtrrp
A massive thank you to Councillor Andrew Scarth, who raised £3000 for WTRRP during his year as Chairman of Three Rivers District Council (2016-2017). Each year, the Council Chair chooses local charities to support throughout their term, and … Read More
Navigating in the dark
15th July 2018
By wtrrp
Dave Smith, Founder of the Boaz Trust and speaker at our AGM shares his story: I first started working with asylum seekers in December 1999 while at Mustard Tree in Manchester – a charity I’d set up to… Read More
Food donations needed
15th July 2018
By wtrrp
WTRRP is continuing its relationship with Watford Food Bank, which helps us meet the monthly needs of our clients if we are unable to do so through donations to WTRRP alone. For example, between the 3rd of April… Read More
Feb Family Fun
15th July 2018
By wtrrp
There’s no better way to spend a rainy Saturday in February than at one of our client parties! More than 85 clients came together at St Luke’s Church on the 10th of February, where the youngsters were entertained… Read More