Give the gift of Christmas Dinner this year
1 in 18 people are facing homelessness in Newham but you can make sure no one misses out on Christmas dinner and community this year.
Just £12 can buy a resident at Your Place a Christmas dinner.
£12
could help to cover the cost of Christmas dinner.
£20
could cover travel to interviews, training, or medical appointments.
£50
could replace lost ID, unlocking work and financial independence.
£75
could provide skills training for lasting confidence and employability.
Why your donation matters
"For the first time, my dreams seem to be achievable. I feel empowered, independent and successful"
After a realtionship breakdown Danley found himslef homeless, after moving in he found the focus and support to rebuild his life
Why your donation matters
"When I lost my partner to cancer, my world collapsed, and I ended up on the streets. I also suffer from PTSD and was having flashbacks to childhood abuse. I was a lost soul, and I'd had enough of life."
Richard now feels like there is hope, and that he has a chance to rebuild his position in society.
Why your donation matters
"It’s been a long time since I had a place that I can actually call home"
I was living here and there and sofa surfing, and spending a lot of time walking around the streets. It was horrible. I loved my new home when I moved to Your Place. Roseann, my keyworker, helps me with anything I need. She is extremely supportive and easy to talk to
Because of you, people...
Feel more confident
"I am glad to be living here and feel very lucky that I do. I get so much support and I feel confident that I will go on to do great things." Rosa
Can live independently
"They even helped me get a lovely flat for me to move in to. For the first time in a long while, I have somewhere I can call home." Mick
Apply for jobs
"I used to study photography and graphics. I've taken part in classes, and I've got the confidence now to look for work as a photographer." Adel
Rebuild their lives
"I turned 60 recently and my new home is the best birthday present I could have wished for. I absolutely love it." Lesley
