Here’s some examples of the grants we’ve made recently
Sep 2020
During the COVID-19 lockdown, Clare had to isolate herself in a room with nothing to keep her occupied. This lead to her anxiety and depression worsening. Church Homeless Trust paid for a TV and a radio to be installed in her room, which greatly improved her wellbeing.
Sep 2020
Franklin was living abroad with his partner for 15 years when she sadly passed away. Not being able to afford to live their alone, he returned to Britain but had no where to live and ended up homeless. When he was placed in a home, we helped him furnish his new place and make it feel like a home.
Sep 2020
Following years of abuse and abandonment by his mother, Craig turned to drugs and alcohol as a way to cope with his trauma. He ended up in psychiatric care at a young age, and eventually was left homeless. Craig was on and off the streets for 20 years. Now he’s got his own flat, we paid for several white goods including a dishwasher as a chronic condition affecting his hands makes it impossible for him to wash pots and pans in hot water.
Sep 2020
James suffered mental health issues, and he and his wife both fell into addiction as her chronic illness worsened and they found it difficult to cope. Tragically, James’ wife passed away leaving him to care for their two children alone. James fell deeper into depression and addiction, which eventually lead to him being made homeless. Now James has his own home, and Church Homeless Trust provided a much needed washing machine so that he is able to have his children over for longer periods and send them to school clean and fresh.
Sep 2020
Following a family breakdown, Jade was made homeless and lived in a hostel for three years. Now she’s ready to move into her own accommodation, but needed support in buying expensive items like white goods and carpets. She was very pleased to be able to make her house a home!
Sep 2020
We provided funding for a breakfast club, providing food for residents to cook themselves breakfast, providing support and recipes for those who needed it. The communal meals meant a great deal to the residents.
Mar 2020
Hani had been homeless for many years, and was finding it difficult to adjust to life off the streets with no one to talk to and no support network. We provided him with a phone and DVD player, so that he may stay in contact with family and fill the long hours ahead.
Apr 2020
Lucas‘ TV and computer were damaged and he was unable to fill the long hours of isolation or apply for a housing placement and his mental health was suffering terribly. We provided £200 to purchase him a new screen and television, and make this difficult time that little bit easier.
Apr 2020
Struggling with addiction and mental health issues, John struggled to cope when he didn’t receive his winter fuel allowance voucher and ended up in arrears. We provided him with £180 to clear the debt on his gas meter and get him a bike so that he may travel to his new volunteering position.
