Housing Charities That specialise in Homelessness
Discover 1,839 Housing charities that specialise in homelessness. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Big Issue North Trust LTD
Arts, Housing, Social welfareThe Big Issue North Trust supports the homeless and vulnerably housed people who sell Big Issue North magazine in the North West, Yorkshire and the Humber. From providing financial aid during periods of hardship, to funding education and training courses, to projects such as breakfast clubs and home furnishing packages, it exists to help vendors to change their lives and achieve their goals.
Christadelphian Meal A Day Fund
Economic and community development, HousingAs a practical witness we seek to facilitate personal and community dignity of those in real need in less developed parts of the world by sustainable local projects which: a) help to relieve the effects of hunger disease disability destitution homelessness b) promote agriculture clean water basic health care education c) encourage sharing learning service to others and community development
Community Life Trust
Arts, Housing, Religion, Social welfareHolds regular meetings for Church members and others to worship, pray and receive teaching on and discuss the Christian faith. Grants made to organisations and individuals at home and overseas that advance the Christian faith and provide relief of those in need. The charity operates a Foodbank in the Runnymede area, Just a Helping Hand for homeless people, and 2 wholly owned subsidiary companies.
Emmaus Bristol
Education, Housing, Social welfareProvision of home and work experience for homeless and socially disadvantaged people in a Community setting.
The Parochial Church Council Of The Ecclesiastical Parish Of Radipole & Melcombe Regis, Weymouth
Beneficiary group, Housing, Religion, Social welfareWorship; Prayer; financial and prayer support of missionary activity in UK and elsewhere; support for members of the Church family and others, parish share (funding for diocese); children and young people; local community support (e.g. mums & toddlers' groups, CAP, Street Pastors, Weymouth foodbank, healing on the streets, soup-run); provision of church halls (for use in local community support)
Praxis Service
Health, Housing, Social welfareThe aims of Praxis are to promote and advance the social welfare and housing needs of people who are poor, suffering or recovering from mental health illness, alcoholism or chemical addictions, by providing advice, treatment and support through the provision of both community services and the develpoment and management of housing schemes intended to provide accommodation for homeless people.
Tower Hamlets Mission
Health, HousingWorking with people suffering from alcohol and/or drug dependency, who are homeless, or in danger of becoming homeless and are receiving state benefits. Our aim is to enable them to break the cycle of chronic addiction definitively and to rebuild purposeful, stable lives through the provision of high quality, comprehensive, and long term residential therapy, rehabilitation and resettlement.
London Homelessness Foundation
Associations, HousingProviding grants both capital and revenue to support agencies seeking to assist the single homeless in the Uk and initiating new projects to provide training, education and business efficency for the homeless sector. Through the wholly owned commercial subsidiary Bramah house Limited, LHF provides affordable office accommodation for related charities and project management for LHF initiatives.
City Praise Centre CIO
Beneficiary group, Housing, Religion- CHRISTIAN BASED TEACHING - CHILDREN'S AND YOUTH CLUBS- WORSHIP SERVICES- SUPPORT FOR THE ELDERLY- SUPPORT FOR THE HOMELESS- SUPPORT OF LOCAL AND OVERSEAS CHRISTIAN MISSIONS- OTHER MEMBERS OF THE SOCIETY IN NEED OF SUPPORT
Trinity Activities
Economic and community development, HousingSOCIAL ENTERPRISE OUTLET EMPLOYING HOMELESS RESIDENTS OF OUR HOSTELS AND OTHER AGENCIES.
Room At The Inn
HousingTo relieve the needs of people who are homeless, in threat of homelessness or otherwise marginalised in Warrington for the public benefit by providing emergency accommodation, daytime services and information, support and activities to enable them to lead more settled lives.
Emmaus Dover LTD
Economic and community development, Education, HousingProvision of accomodation, daily support and meaningful work experience in our own social enterprises for up to 27 men and women that have previously experienced homelessness.
The Ma'arif Foundation UK
Housing, Saving of lives, Social welfareWe aim to alleviate suffering, relieve poverty, empower those in hardship and break the cycle of poverty for people around the world. From livelihood projects that allow those in poverty to establish a regular source of income, to feeding the hungry, to giving shelter to the homeless, to giving medical aid, to supporting schooling, to supporting victims of natural disasters in the UK and abroad.
The Family & Relationship Centre
Beneficiary group, Health, HousingRelationship counselling, Youth counselling, Family counselling, GP counselling, Homeless Counselling, Sex Therapy,Sex Addiction, Family Mediation, All Issues Mediation, all types of communication training including bespoke courses for organisations
Single Homeless: Action Initiative In Durham Limited
Beneficiary group, HousingSHAID is a local charity working with young people for better housing and stronger communities. We aim to provide a range of services in the field of housing advice, floating support and education for young people aged 16 to 25 living in Derwentside and surrounding settlements of the Districts of County Durham.
Exeter Community Initiatives
Housing, Social welfareExeter Community Initiatives is a registered charity which aims to improve the quality of life for people and communities in the Exeter area. We seek to increase people's self-esteem, confidence and skills, particularly among those who are disadvantaged, socially excluded, or experiencing conditions such as homelessness or poverty.
The People's Kitchen Limited
Housing, Social welfarePROVISION OF FRIENDSHIP AND FOOD TO HOMELESS PEOPLE
Carlton Pentecostal Church
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Childcare, Education, Health, Housing, Leisure, ReligionSunday Worship Services; Bible studies; Mid-Week fellowship meeting; Indoor bowls; Pre-School Nursery; Charity Shop; Saturday Cinema; Pastoral Counselling; Hospital and Home Visits; Wedding Services; Funeral Services; Youth Meetings; Sunday School; Child Dedication Services; Homeless Project; School Visits;
Dover Outreach Centre
Housing, Social welfareDOVER OUTREACH CENTRE WILL OFFER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SOCIALLY ISOLATED GROUPS SUCH AS THE HOMELESS AND VULNERABLE TO RECEIVE SERVICES AT THE CENTRE. AS WELL AS BEING A PLEASANT ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH TO SOCIALISE THE SERVICES OFFERED INCLUDE A NEEDS ASSESSMENT, LOOKING AT EACH PERSON'S INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND DIRECTING THEM TO APPROPRIATE SERVICES.
Luminary Limited
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Housing, Social welfareWe exist to empower women who have experienced homelessness, domestic abuse, violence, or sexual exploitation, offering them the chance to rebuild their lives through training, employment, and community support. Our mission is to help women find their strength, embrace their ambition, and gain the skills they need to thrive.
New Life Church Congleton
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Health, Housing, Religion, Social welfareChurch services; Christian courses and events; youth work; children's work; pre-school; coffee shop and bookshop; counselling; operation of community centre; schools' work; community work; assisting homeless people; weddings and funerals; support for overseas missionaries and aid workers; assisting people with addictions; providing food parcels and furniture for the destitute.
Vineyard 61 Church
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Housing, Leisure, ReligionWE ARE A CHRISTIAN CHURCH WHERE EVERYONE IS WELCOME. WE HOST SUNDAYSERVICES, COMMUNITY, AND MIDWEEK SOCIAL, SPORTS AND INTEREST GROUPS. We are a multisite church based in SW London with sites in Balham, Battersea, and Wandsworth. We run various projects including 'Warm Spaces', Toddler groups, homeless outreach, healing, evangelism, and various youth work initiatives.
The Clock Tower Sanctuary
Beneficiary group, HousingThe Sanctuary's mission is to prevent young homeless people from becoming part of the long term homeless population.We provide:1) Crisis Support Services - access to food, showers, laundry, computers, telephone, postal service etc.2) Move-On Support -- to help a young person become unstuck, to unlock their potential and prevent further decline
Beyond Food Foundation
Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Social welfareWe are a charity providing training and support to people who have been impacted by homelessness, mental health, addiction, those with a criminal record or who are at risk of homelessness. Our programmes focus on getting people into fulfilling and meaningful employment, thus breaking the cycle of homelessness, unemployment and poverty.
The Smiles Foundation
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, HousingWorking in North West Romania and founded on Biblical teachings, the projects include the Family Care project, Homeless and Community work; a School & Nursery in Tileagd; Medical & Social Assistance; Children's After-School support in Gepiu and Rapa as well as Outreach projects in Bihor and Arad Counties plus other seasonal programmes.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many homelessness housing charities are there in the UK?
There are 1,839 registered homelessness housing charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the homelessness housing charities by income?
Nuffield Health is the largest by latest reported annual income (£1.5bn). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of homelessness housing charities?
Homelessness housing charities reported a combined annual income of £15.9bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for homelessness housing charities?
Across all homelessness housing charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 89.6%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of homelessness housing charities?
Homelessness housing charities have an average annual income of £1.5m. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.