ABOUT 40 DEGREEZ
A Message From the Chair of Trustees...
"As a small charity, 40 Degreez punches way above its weight. Working with young people, some of them neurodiverse having special needs or just simply trying to become functioning young adults, the work we do aims to make positive and sustainable changes. Beyond being parented or cared for, schooled in the class or at home, we find young people need a safe space and an unstinting listening ear, one that carries no judgemental perception. If young people want to talk, we listen, if they don’t, we wait until they want to. In the meantime, we seek to understand their challenges and then patiently work with them in a variety of appropriate ways to help them through their life journey, always alert to move quickly if needed to ensure their ongoing safety."
Iwan Borszcz - Chair of Trustees, 40 Degreez
Revitalising Our Legacy with Purpose
... is to empower young people in Farnham to recognise their potential and address social and mental health challenges through tailored outreach, workshops and place-based support, enabling them to thrive as active and engaged members of their community.
Our Mission...
Committed to Community Support
The 40 Degreez Centre provides a venue for all young people in the Farnham area (currently around 5,000 aged 10 to 25) to meet in a safe, informal environment. We support a variety of leisure, social and advisory activities.
Our core activies.
Sessions throughout the week, developing and supporting ALL young people who come through our doors.
Youth Café/Drop-In - A safe space that establishes our identity as a welcoming presence in the heart of the community.
Regular group bookings by clubs, youth organisations and support agencies, along with community support organisations, helping the centre to be sustainable.
Targeted work with young people at risk, in partnership with agencies such as Surrey Youth Support, Waverley Youth Forum, and more.
Our mission and values focus on community engagement, youth empowerment and creating a safe environment for personal growth.
Our Location
Located at the heart of Farnham, 40 Degreez is dedicated to revitalizing our charity efforts and engaging with those we serve.
Address
Dogflud Way, Farnham GU9 7UD
Phone
01252 727087 or 01252 737948
Our Projects
Empowering the community through impactful charitable initiatives and events.
Watch this space... Duke of Edinburgh Award will be coming to 40 Degreez SOON!
Keep in touch to find out more...
Meet Our Partners
Kane FM Mindwaves
Engaging young people using digital music and radio activities to improve their life opportunities. Contact jenniann@kanefm.com
La Leche
La Leche League Farnham meets every Monday 10-12 (except Bank Holidays) for free breastfeeding support. Run by Breastfeeding Counsellors accredited with LLL International. Funded by National Lottery. Contact Paula on paulllahinson@gmail.com
AdaptDementia
AdaptDementia supports and helps people with dementia and those who care for them. Our aim is to help find a better way to live with dementia. Sessions on Tuesday & Wednesdays, contact Mary 07751 903252
Dragonfly Warriors
Kick boxing (Mondays) & Women's Self Defence (Thursdays) sessions, run by qualified teachers. Come for the workout and empowerment, stay for the sisterhood. Contact Karyn on kshirreffs@icloud.com
Surrey Choices
Offering community support to local people, for them to engage and become a member of the community. Meeting at 40 Degreez for fun activities on Tuesday afternoons.
Singing with Georgie
Fun and sociable parent and baby/toddler music class. Georgie is a qualified teacher with a degree in music. Classes run 10:30-11:15am on Fridays. Contact Georgie 07810 827072
NA 12 Step Support Group
Narcotics Anonymous is a free and confidential fellowship which provides a safe space to share about problems caused from addiction in any form. Meetings on Sundays 7 - 8.30pm
Farnham Stands with Ukraine
A non profit community support group welcoming refugees in the local area. To connect, build friendships and feel at home at monthly social gatherings. Our mission is to foster belonging, connection and mutual support in the community. Contact Otto 07802 549769
Current Supporters
Core Funders (Unrestricted / Core Costs)
These funders support the overall running and sustainability of 40 Degreez.
Albert Hunt
Supporting core operational costs to help sustain 40 Degreez’s frontline youth work.
Community Foundation for Surrey
Providing vital core funding to strengthen long-term stability and impact.
Shanly Foundation
Supporting the charity’s core costs to enable consistent, relationship-based youth provision.
The Pixel Fund
Investing in core organisational capacity to sustain trusted youth support.
Strategic & Commissioned Funding (Local Authority & Council Support)
These grants support staffing, commissioned delivery and
broader programme activity.
Waverley Borough Council
Commissioning funding to support Health Hub delivery and community gardening initiatives.
Farnham Town Council
Supporting outreach, summer activities and core service delivery for young people in Farnham.
Surrey County Council (via Andy Macleod)
Funding improvements to our computer suite and youth engagement facilities.
Project-Specific Funders
These grants support named or defined programmes.
Farnham Institute Charity
Supporting creative Dungeons & Dragons sessions that build confidence and social skills.
South Street Trust
Funding art-based Dungeons & Dragons sessions to encourage creativity and inclusion.
Farnham Round Table
Supporting project-based youth activities through community fundraising.
Farnham Rotary Club
Funding Health Hub workshops to strengthen young people’s wellbeing.
The National Lottery Community Fund
Funding our Wednesday Youth Club to provide a quieter, structured space for young people who need it most.
The High Sheriff of Surrey
The previous High Sheriff Shahid Azeem DL, is continuing to support the Girls Self Defence classes that run twice a week.
Community & In-Kind Support
Families and Individual Donors
Contributing generously to help sustain safe spaces and trusted support.
Apex Direct Mail
Providing in-kind printing support to strengthen communications and outreach.
GET IN TOUCH
Keep up to date with our news
01252 727087 or 737948
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