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Alone In London not only restores stability in the lives of vulnerable young people, who are homeless or are at risk of becoming homeless, but also commits considerable resources to a range of prevention programmes. Its projects raise awareness amongst school pupils of what homelessness is about, how to defuse conflict - the biggest cause of young people running away from home, and where they can get help if difficulties become too much. On average, each year, over 3,000 young people benefit from Alone In London's support and advice. Alone in London is part of Circle Support - registered charity 1107432
Registered charity No. 1107432
Centrepoint is the UK’s leading charity for homeless young people. It provides housing and support for over 1,200 16-25 year olds every year, helping them into work and a home of their own.
Registered charity No. 292411
The aim of HOPE worldwide is a simple one - to bring hope to the world. The charity works in the UK, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India and Nepal and focuses on the areas of health, orphans, HIV, education, homelessness, drug and alcohol addiction and education.
Registered charity No. 1045930
Habitat for Humanity is an international charity that aims to break the cycle of poverty by eliminating poverty housing and homelessness. We believe that everyone, regardless of race, gender or belief, has a right to a safe, decent place to live. Since 1976 we have helped over 2.5 million people.
Registered charity No. 1043641
Crisis is the national charity for single homeless people. We are dedicated to ending homelessness by delivering life-changing services and campaigning for change. Our innovative education, employment, housing and well-being services address individual needs and help people to transform their lives. We are determined campaigners, working to prevent people from becoming homeless and advocating solutions informed by research and our direct experience. We have ambitious plans for the future and are committed to help more people in more places across the UK. We know we won’t end homelessness overnight or on our own. But we take a lead, collaborate with others and, together, make change happen.
Registered charity No. 1082947
Shelter works to alleviate the distress caused by homelessness and bad housing. We help people find and keep a home. We campaign for decent housing for all. Our work won’t stop until there’s a home for everyone.
Registered charity No. 263710
The Big Issue Foundation aims to enable people affected by homelessness to achieve self-confidence, self-esteem and independence by providing access to a unique range of services that help homeless people take control of their lives and find permanent homes and jobs.
Registered charity No. 1049077
Depaul UK helps young people who are homeless, vulnerable and disadvantaged. We are passionate about what we do, working in the very heart of local communities. We protect young people who become homeless by finding them a place to call their home. Each year we provide over 100,000 bed nights and we are open every day and night. Depaul UK is the new name for Depaul Trust. We prevent young people from becoming homeless by rebuilding family relationships and offering through the gate support to young offenders. We provide young people with the chance to fulfil their potential in the community through education, volunteering, training and jobs. Since we started in 1989, we’ve made a difference to over 45,000 young people.
Registered charity No. 802384
Missing People offer a lifeline for the 250,000 people who run away and go missing each year. For those left behind we provide specialised support to ease the heartache and confusion, and help search for their missing loved ones.
Registered charity No. 1020419
Our mission is to turn young peoples experiences of disadvantage into solutions that support transition to adult independence. We develop transformational programmes & campaigns that fill gaps in community services and inspire decision makers to make a more effective investment in young people.
Registered charity No. 1040482
Homeless International supports partners in Africa and Asia who are working with slum communities to reduce poverty and to improve living conditions. We believe that poor communities have a right to safe and secure housing, and that through working together to express their ideas and needs, they can play a central role in creating equitable cities.
Registered charity No. 1017255
Stoll (formerly The Sir Oswald Stoll Foundation) is a London-based charity enabling vulnerable and disabled ex-Servicemen and women, including those who have been homeless, to live as independently as possible by providing appropriate housing. Our support programme includes Veterans Outreach service
Registered charity No. 207939
Homeless Link is the national charity supporting organisations working directly with homeless people in England. We provide one to one support to our members and other homelessness organisations that work directly with homeless people. We look for good practice in the sector then share it with others to boost the quality of work they do. We represent the homelessness sector among local, regional and national government, advocating policy change that will help end homelessness in England. Through every aspect of our work, Homeless Link seeks to end homelessness in England.
Registered charity No. 1089173
Emmaus Communities provides a lasting solution to homelessness by offering formerly homeless people a home, work and the chance to regain self-respect in a supportive environment. Residents work full time on the Community business, renovating and re-selling donated furniture.
Registered charity No. 1064470
The Haven Wolverhampton aims to provide support to women and dependent children who are vulnerable to domestic violence, homelessness and abuse.
Registered charity No. 1065427
The YMCA is committed to helping young people, particularly in times of need. From providing housing, training and sports facilities to supporting young people and their families, YMCAs in England encourage, support and challenge young people to become all that they can be.
Registered charity No. 212810
St Giles Trust helps offenders and other disadvantaged people rebuild their lives through providing education, training, support into employment and housing. We help around 15,000 people a year working both in prisons and in the community. Our services focus on providing practical support to help people maximise their potential and break free from disadvantage, crime and social exclusion. We equip our clients with the skills and training to help others through high quality peer services, enabling people to make the journey from client to professional worker, using their first hand experiences to benefit others.
Registered charity No. 801355
Notting Hill Housing Trust houses over 70,000 people across London. It was set up in 1963 by a local clergyman who felt driven to do something about the shocking housing conditions of poor people in west London. Many of our tenants are vulnerable and isolated and need high levels of support.
Registered charity No. 16558R
The Nehemiah Project is a London based Christian charity that helps rehabilitate those with addictions, especially from the streets or prison. An amazing 75 per cent of graduates remain drug and alcohol free.
Registered charity No. 1058536
South London YMCA works in the London Boroughs of Croydon, Lambeth and Sutton. Its main work is with homeless young people, providing them with housing, support and guidance to empower them towards independent living and to building a better life. It also has specialist services offering accommodation and advice. It offers support to all communities, regardless of religious belief.
Registered charity No. 1099051
