Here’s some examples of the grants we’ve made recently
Dec 2020
After his Father passed away, Jeremy had to leave the family home and became homeless. He has worked hard and taken various courses to improve his employability, but he had no clothes appropriate for a job or interview. We provided funding for new clothing, for both work and for him to feel more confident in.
Dec 2020
Night shelters are more important than ever, with a cold winter upon us and many shelters struggling with a limited capacity. We continue to provide funding for a permanent member of staff at a night shelter in Brighton.
Dec 2020
After suffering with a chronic illness, Harry could no longer work. Unable to pay rent, he lost his home. Now he’s getting a home of his own once more, we made sure it was as comfortable as possible by providing basic items that Harry sadly could not afford like curtains, bedding and towels.
Dec 2020
We are providing funding for thousands of Christmas gifts for homeless people across the country, because everyone deserves to feel loved and supported at Christmas.
Nov 2020
Jocelyn had no way of contacting her family despite living in a shelter during lockdown and with the holidays coming up. We provided funding for a mobile phone, so that she can access support and when Christmas Day comes she can call her children.
Nov 2020
Due to a past trauma, Michael has suffered with mental health issues his entire life. He used drugs and alcohol to cope, and survived for four years on the street. Now he’s putting his life back together, and we are so proud of him. CHT funded a washing machine, so that he can look after himself and his brother properly.
Nov 2020
After leaving care, Greg struggled to start his adult life alone without any family to fall back on. CHT paid for basic household items, to give this young man the best possible start.
Nov 2020
Freya was suffering from severe domestic abuse which lead to her mental health collapsing. When she had to leave her home, she found safety in a refuge. Now she’s moving into her own home with her children. CHT provided a grant for carpets, to make her new house a home again.
Oct 2020
After his partner tragically passed away, Jason was left without a home. After being homeless for several months and suffering a breakdown, he was accepted into a service. Now he’s in supported accommodation, and CHT provided a grant to make his new house a home by providing household essentials.
Oct 2020
Gemma received funding for art materials, that significantly helped with her anxiety and generally improved her mental wellbeing.