Who we help
We support homeless people across England, regardless of their age, gender, sexuality, race, or religion.
Anyone can be affected by homelessness. Whether it is caused by a relationship breakdown, bereavement, trauma, or financial hardship, we are here to help people rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.
Homelessness does not discriminate, and neither do we. We provide practical, personalised support to help people on their journey towards stable, independent living. Through our partnerships with more than 130 homelessness services, we reach thousands of individuals every year.
Rooted in Christianity
Our history is rooted in the Church of England, but we have always helped people of all faiths and none.
We don’t receive funding from the Church of England – we are an independent charity. Neither do we receive funding from the government, lottery, or other large grant-giving organisations.
Our work relies on the generosity of donors who share our passion for supporting those with very little.
Our reach
We reach the people who need our help through a network of supported accommodation services across England.
On our map, you can view some of the services we support. (Please note that certain locations have been excluded for safeguarding reasons.)
Groups supported by us include:
Life after military service can be challenging. Some veterans struggle to adapt to civilian life and may face mental health challenges such as PTSD. Others may lack the skills or support to find housing or employment. We help veterans access vocational training, life skills courses, and mental health support so they can build a secure and fulfilling life.
Young people are among the most vulnerable to homelessness. Many have left home due to abuse or family breakdown. Many homeless young people have left care with inadequate ongoing support. We support youth homelessness schemes that provide a safe place to stay, and fund training, counselling, and life skills programmes to help young people move forward with hope and confidence.
We currently work with 14 family-specific homeless schemes across England. Through these partnerships, we provide vital grants for essentials like bedding, school uniforms, travel costs and other urgent needs. This helps to ease the financial pressure on families who are trying to manage on very limited incomes. Right now, an estimated 159,000 households with children are living in temporary accommodation. The effect on families is instability, uncertainty, and hardship. Affecting mental health and children’s futures. Our goal is to give families the practical tools and support they need to move beyond homelessness and create a safer, more stable future.
Asylum seekers are not able to work while their status is processed, and many cannot access benefits. This makes them especially vulnerable to homelessness. While some asylum seekers have access to accommodation, they often survive on a tiny income. The income does not cover essential items such as clothing, hygiene products, and travel costs.
Leaving prison can be a difficult transition. People can lose their homes, possessions, jobs, and often friends and family, due to being in prison. Without stable housing or work, many ex-offenders are at risk of returning to crime. We support people at this crucial point by funding accommodation, courses, and essential items to help them make a fresh start and break the cycle of reoffending.
Mental health problems and addiction are often both a cause and a result of homelessness. Our grants support people in recovery by providing access to therapy, group activities, physical and creative therapies, and training. We also fund practical items such as clothing and travel for detox placements and recovery groups.
People who have been sleeping rough for a long time often experience deep mistrust and trauma. We fund support tailored to their needs – from warm clothing to therapeutic group sessions – helping them to begin building trust and start to believe that a better life is possible. Everyone needs a safe place to live and the opportunity to thrive. By supporting Church Homeless Charity, you’re helping some of the most vulnerable people in our society – as they take meaningful steps towards a brighter future.