Walton & Hersham FC hosted a home match against Basingstoke Town on February 21, 2026, while running a community food collection at the Elmbridge Xcel Sports Hub in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey. The event allowed supporters to enjoy the game while donating essential items like breakfast cereal and spray cleaners to help local families.
The initiative is part of the More than a Meal appeal, which is overseen by James Kemp, the club’s community outreach officer. This drive focuses on supporting residents who are currently facing high living costs in the local area.
Walton Charity has partnered with the club to double the impact of the event by matching every pound donated through an online fundraising page. The funds will be used to grow a community space called ‘The Bridge’, adding a pantry for affordable shopping and new advice services for the public.
At the time of the match, the home team held the top spot in the league table with 67 points. This effort marks a new focus on community support through the club’s recently launched trust, which aims to provide direct help to people in the local community.
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