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HELP HOMELESS STREET ANGELS GET BACK ON THE ROAD 🙏 For years, the Homeless Street Angels have been a lifeline for those experiencing homelessness, providing food, clothing, and support on the streets. Their ford transit van was not just a vehicle—it was hope on wheels, bringing comfort to those in desperate need. ❤️ But now, that hope is parked indefinitely. The van is out of commission, and the streets are colder without the Angels’ vital support. 💔 We Need Your Help 💔 If we can come together as a LinkedIn community, we can get the Angels back on the road where they belong. Whether it’s a donation, a connection to someone who can provide a van, or even spreading this message to your networks—every action matters. 🙏 Let’s show that the power of LinkedIn extends far beyond business, and into the heart of our communities. If you or your company has a ford transit van, or if you know of anyone who can help, please get in touch. Together, we can keep hope alive for those who need it most. #HomelessStreetAngels #CommunitySupport #LinkedInForGood #DonateNow #MakeADifference Shelley Joyce Becky Joyce

FREE DONATION DEADLINE REMINDER!!!! DECEMBER 1st!!! 26 years. That’s how long #ProjectWinterSurvival has been working to provide life-saving kits to those experiencing homelessness in Toronto and within 2 hours of the GTA. Honestly, I didn't think I'd still be posting like this when I founded the charity Engage and Change in 1999. But the harsh reality is: the temperatures are dropping, shelters are overburdened, and the need for support has never been greater. If you’re a charity, non-profit, agency, shelter, or drop-in program helping the homeless community, this is your chance to make sure you’re prepared for what lies ahead. Have you registered for donations for your organization??? Sunday December 1st is the deadline for agencies helping the homeless to apply for January 18, 2025 Project Winter Survival Kits—lifesaving resources for those braving the cold without shelter. APPLY HERE: https://lnkd.in/gGUmde4Y These kits are more than just supplies—they’re a lifeline. They include essential items like warm gloves, hats, sleeping bags, and hygiene products to help those on the streets survive the bitter cold. If you know an organization serving those in need, please tag them in the comments to spread the word. Let’s ensure no one who needs these kits is left out in the cold this winter. We can’t solve homelessness overnight, but together, we can ensure more people stay warm and safe. Click the link below to learn more about #ProjectWinterSurvival and be part of this mission to save lives. https://lnkd.in/gwMib7nk Please DM me or email me @ jodys@bargainsgroup.com with any questions and if you'd like to help us help more people, Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gQCprtaX #ProjectWinterSurvival #EngageAndChange #WinterWarmth #GiveBack #HomelessnessAwareness #CommunityImpact #MakeADifference #homelessness #SupportLocalCharities #ActWithPurpose #HelpTheHomeless #ColdWeatherCrisis #CompassionInAction #TogetherWeCan

We evaluated our support to #SmallButVital charities in the homelessness sector to understand its impact on people and communities. Housing and homelessness charities are a long-standing and significant part of our funding portfolio, and broadly representative of the small charities we support – they are often in the eye of the storm and feel the bluntest effects of austerity. We looked at the impact of our funding, development support and influencing work on people, charities, communities and society. The emerging findings continue to demonstrate the importance of strong relationships, unrestricted funding and building a thriving and resilient population of smaller charities against a backdrop of sustained deterioration in the underlying operating environment. Find out more about our support in the homelessness sector. #UnrestrictedFunding #Homeslessness #ThirdSectorTrends https://ow.ly/E35U50UgvUI

Teardrops, a #Merseyside homelessness charity faces "imminent closure" due to a "perfect storm" of increased energy bills, wage costs and rent. The St Helens based group helps rough sleepers by providing hot meals, clothing and advice. They also provide local schools with food and uniform for children in need. I wonder how many other small but critical charities are facing the same situation? I wonder if this issue will appear on the manifestos or the campaign literature of any of the major political parties? #costofliving #homelessness #charity #poverty #community #socialimpact #ukhousing #donations #localauthority #school @homelesslink Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Shelter NSPCC Child Poverty Action Group UK Action for Children Simon on the Streets #politics Labour Party (UK) The Conservative Party Lib Dems in Comms #foodbank The Trussell Trust https://lnkd.in/eTNBuara

3 Reasons To Support Local Charities: 1. Direct Impact on the Community: Donations to local charities have an immediate and visible impact, benefiting your community by addressing needs like education, healthcare, housing, or food security. Supporting local causes helps build a stronger, more vibrant community where everyone can thrive. 2. Personal Connection and Accountability: When you donate locally, you're more likely to see the results of your contributions firsthand. You may have personal ties to the cause or know the people involved, which fosters greater trust, accountability, and transparency in how funds are used. 3. Boosting Local Economy and Civic Engagement: Donating to local charities often strengthens the local economy by creating jobs, funding local projects, and encouraging others to get involved. It also nurtures a sense of civic pride and responsibility, helping to build a culture of generosity and social responsibility close to home. #Appalachia #payitforward #givetoday www.supportappalachia.org

Homelessness in the West Midlands, including Warwickshire, has been increasing due to rising housing costs and limited access to affordable housing. From 2023-24, there was a 12.3% rise in households assessed as homeless or at risk, with approximately 178,560 households requiring immediate assistance across England, including a significant portion in the West Midlands. For Warwickshire specifically, organizations emphasize proactive intervention, from financial aid and rent deposit schemes to mental health support for those vulnerable to homelessness. However, resource constraints remain a challenge for both statutory and voluntary agencies in effectively managing homelessness (especially rough sleeping) across the county. That's why Kare Plus Kenilworth want to support those who are in need this winter by collecting donations at Kare Plus Kenilworth, 23 Talisman Square, Kenilworth, CV8 1JB. #karepluskenilworth #supportingthehomeless #helpthevulnerable

Simple ways to help homelessness: 👚 Donating clothes - Find your local supported hostel or homelessness hub and donate some clothes! 🏫 Volunteering time - There are thousands of charities always in need of volunteers. Whether time at a community centre, a charity shop or buddying someone, the options are vast. 📢 Advocating for policy changes - Sign a petition, start a petition, spread awareness! 🤝 Simple acts of kindness - Providing a meal, money or listening/engaging with someone in need. This requires very little other than simple human kindness! 🌁 Streetlink – Make an alert to StreetLink if you see someone vulnerable and sleeping rough. Using this link: https://t.co/rbkJ9QiDhX #HomelessSupport #CommunityHelp #DonateClothes #VolunteerWork #AdvocacyForChange #KindnessMatters #SupportTheVulnerable #StreetLink #SocialImpact #MakeADifference #HelpThoseInNeed #HumanityFirst #CommunityAction #RaiseAwareness

National Homelessness Week 2024: Taking Action Now This week is National Homelessness Week, a time to bring our attention to the wide range of people that are impacted by Homelessness here in Australia. There is an estimated 122,000 individuals who find themselves without a place to call home on any given night. Homelessness is not just the rough sleepers you see out on the streets in the city or in their car, it includes people who are forced to move from one temporary shelter to another, such as emergency accomodation and refuges or people coach surfing. And then there are also the people who live in accomodation that falls below the minimum standards, this can include boarding houses, caravan parks and overcrowded homes. The theme for this year’s Homelessness Week is “Homelessness Action Now,” emphasising the urgent need for solutions to end homelessness. Let’s use this week not just to talk about homelessness but to take concrete steps towards ending it. Whether you’re attending an event, volunteering, or advocating for policy changes, every action counts. One of Dovetail's awesome client's REOM Real Estate of Melbourne has definitely #TakeAction. Rob Gillies kicked off an 18-hour Bowl-a-thon at 6am this morning partnered with one our Hero Charity Partners We Are Mobilise. They have already smashed their $6,000 minimum fundraising target before he started and is now going for $10,000. You can #TakeAction today and donate to their campaign and even check out Rob's progress via his #LiveFeed here https://lnkd.in/gMceG3a6 #HW2024 #CharityPartner #Fundraising #Business4Good #Homelessness

'Pod' homes proposed to stop homelessness in Lincoln. Modular "pod" homes could be built to help meet the demand for temporary housing in Lincoln. The pre-fabricated buildings which can be assembled on-site are seen as a solution to homelessness by some local authorities and charities... Check out the full story 👉 https://lnkd.in/evAVf_5G (BBC News) #podhomes #homeless

If you are looking for a reason to come and join us at CEO Sleepout London maybe one of the shocking statistics below will help you make that decision. Help us to raise funds for the amazing front line small homeless charities who help so many people experiencing homelessness. #YOUmakeadifference #ceosleepoutlondon #lifeline 📣 More than 183,000 Londoners are estimated to be homeless and living in temporary accommodation. 📣 London’s homeless population could fill Wembley Stadium twice over 📣 Rough sleeping in London has also grown significantly, with a 58% increase in the ten years since 2014. London's Homeless Emergency https://lnkd.in/eeTWvbDC