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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Stay Charity
Beneficiary group, HousingSupported housing schemes for vulnerable homeless young people.
Hope Into Action UK
Crime and Justice, HousingProvision of quality support, including accommodation, to vulnerable individuals. We work mainly with ex-offenders, ex addicts, and the homeless.We work with churches to provide practical support for vulnerable individuals.
The Mustard Tree
Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Social welfareMustard Tree operates across Greater Manchester, providing food, clothing furniture and training for individuals in need. Our beneficiaries include those experiencing or at risk of homelessness, those recovering from addictions, ex-offenders, refugees, asylum seekers and those with mental health issues. We run various programmes helping people re-find their confidence, motivation and employment.
Newham Community Renewal Programme Limited
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, Housing, Social welfareMain area of activity is London Borough of Newham. Current activities include: medium level support for homeless 16-25 year olds; specialised support for homeless adults with alcohol and substance issues; training for disadvantaged students; crisis support for refugees; advocacy and advice for informal carers; children and young people's work; and operating community facilities.
Af&v Launchpad Limited
Economic and community development, Education, Housing, Social welfareAF&V LAUNCHPAD'S PURPOSE IS TO REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF HOMELESSNESS, UNEMPLOYMENT AND SOCIAL DEPRIVATION AMONG VETERANS BY PROVIDING RENTED ACCOMMODATION IN A SINGLE SITE, SPEKE HOUSE IN LIVERPOOL AND AVONDALE HOUSE IN NEWCASTLE. ONCE HOUSED, LAUNCHPAD ENCOURAGES VETERANS TO ENGAGE THE NUMEROUS ORGANISATIONS THAT OFFER HELP WITH TRAINING, SEEKING EMPLOYMENT AND FINDING PERMANENT ACCOMMODATION.
Isle Of Wight Donkey Sanctuary CIO
Animals, Beneficiary group, HousingThe provide healthcare and welfare for abandoned, rescued and homeless donkeys.To educate children about the heritage and roles of donkeys.To support other charities through association with our donkeys.To provide the public with an opportunity to visit, learn and appreciate the animals in a natural, visitor-friendly environment.
Groundswell Network Support UK
Charitable activities, HousingHomelessness:Client involvement in services and policy. Peer research.Peer advocacy. Peer education.
The Sisters Of St. Joseph Of Peace CIO
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Religion, SocietyWe ensure the continuing welfare and care of all Congregation members. We support charitable activities in the UK, USA, El Salvador and Haiti: education, health benefits, homeless shelters, asylum seekers, trafficked persons, parish and hospital ministries, women, multi-faith groups, social justice, human rights, environmental issues, housing for Haitians and responding to crises as they arise.
Solo Housing (east Anglia)
Charitable activities, HousingOriginally established in 1985 as the Campaign for Single Homeless (COSH), Solo Housing (East Anglia) is a Registered Provider of Social Housing and a Registered Charity. Solo is constituted as a company limited by guarantee. We support a range of single people to overcome barriers preventing them from finding and sustaining decent accommodation.
Sussex Emmaus
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Facilities, HousingThe Emmaus Brighton & Hove Community offers a home and meaningful work to 53 men and women, many of whom have been formerly homeless. 7 social enterprises generate funds which support the work of the Community - 6 retail shops and a cafe. Residents (Companions) can stay as long as they need. The Community is committed to helping those in greatest need through its solidarity work.
The Toybox Charity
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, HousingToybox is an international development agency with a focus on street children. Toybox works with partners looking for many solutions and is driven by the impact we can have on changing the world for street children.Our vision is of a just world with no street children.Our mission is to end the injustice of children living and working on the streets.Our core value is to be Courageous.
The Joseph Cox Charity
Beneficiary group, HousingThe Charity provides accommodation and care for the homeless at Mary and Joseph House, Palmerston Street, Ancoats, Manchester under a Management Agreement with Contour Housing Association. The Charity also assists in the operation of a house for homeless young people at 69 Palatine Road, Manchester in conjunction with The De Paul Trust.
The Beam Foundation
Economic and community development, Education, HousingThe Beam Foundation aims to promote the education of people experiencing homelessness, people with disabilities, and people with a criminal record by providing assistance in the form of crowdfunded vocational training and support in finding employment once training has been completed.
Emmaus Cambridge
Economic and community development, HousingEmmaus supports formerly homeless people by giving them a home, meaningful voluntary work in a social enterprise and an opportunity to get back on their feet again. For many who ever experience homelessness one of the biggest obstacles they must overcome is a loss of self-esteem. Emmaus provides a stable home and the opportunity to regain self-worth, making a real contribution to their community.
Northampton Association For Accommodation For Single Homeless
Housing, Social welfareThe charity works to relieve hardship, need and distress amongst those who are homeless, and to educate the public concerning the homeless.
YMCA Wearside LTD
Associations, Beneficiary group, HousingThe charity is set up to provide accomodation and educational opportunies for the homeless people of Sunderland and surrounding areas.
Herts Young Homeless Group
Beneficiary group, Health, HousingOur mission is to break the cycle of youth homelessness in Hertfordshire through education, advice and support for young people and their families. We work with young people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or whose families are at risk of relationship breakdown. We also work with care experienced young people and those aged 18-25 with mental health and substance misuse challenges.
Justlife Foundation
HousingJustlife exists to peoples stay in homeless temporary accommodation short safe and healthy. We work nationally to support and influence the improvement of temporary accommodation and our services in Greater Manchester and Brighton and Hove regions meet the needs of those living in temporary accommodation.
Emmaus Turvey
Economic and community development, Education, Housing, Social welfareRelief of poverty, hardship and distress by providing (or assisting in) accomodation for poor and homeless people in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Northamptonshire, and their education, training and employment training to develop employment skills. Support for other Emmaus Communities.
Valley House
Beneficiary group, Housingoffering support and/or accommodation appropriate to individuals' needs within the Coventry and the surrounding area who are homeless; motivating people to re-engage with educational opportunities; and providing quality services for children in partnership with parents.
Hull Resettlement Project Limited
Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Social welfareThe care and support of homeless and other disadvantaged persons who are in need of help to acquire a settled way of life by providing, developing and maintaining short term residential accommodation or similar facilities.To further help those accommodated by way of advice or counselling & any other form of aid to acquire employment more permanent accommodation education or any other benefit.
The Noah Enterprise (new Opportunities And Horizons)
Economic and community development, Education, Health, Heritage, HousingWelfare Service providing food, shelter, counselling, resettlement advice, medical and dental care, and a street outreach service working with rough sleepers and those deeply entrenched. Social Enterprise where we restore furniture and white goods for sale, providing work experience and training in vocational and life skills.
The Bond Board Limited
HousingThe Bond Board Limited provides promissory bonds, tenancy support and other assistance to people who are homeless or inadequately housed in Greater Manchester and the North West.
Happydays Ministries UK
Economic and community development, Education, Housing, Religion, Social welfareThe charities overall aims are the prevention and relief of poverty for homeless and vulnerable individuals. We aim to do this through the following ways: The Provision of Supported community housing schemes, to provide & mentor people into employment, education and training.To Nurture people into living purposeful lives for the benefit of themselves and the community.
Shekinah Mission (plymouth) Limited
Education, Housing, Social welfareShekinah's objectives are the relief of poverty and sickness and the advancement of education, particularly for those who are homeless or otherwise in need, mainly by:The provision of temporary accommodation for the homeless;The provision of meals and clothing for the homeless and others;The provision of training, work placements and resettlement opportunities for the homeless and others.
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.