We are the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We help people out of homelessness and campaign for the changes needed to solve it altogether.
We work with you to:
If you’d like more information or are considering making a donation of £5,000 or more, please get in touch with our philanthropy team. We would love to answer any questions you have and can help you support our work in a way which suits you.
could go towards initial advice and guidance from our Engagement and Assessment team for 20 people experiencing homelessness.
could pay for 1-1 high quality Lead Worker support and coaching for 10 people on their journey out of homelessness.
could contribute to a deposit and first month's rent to help 15 people secure a new place to live.
Or
Our new 10-year strategy (launched at the end of July 2024) is focussed on thinking bigger to overcome barriers to progress, doing things differently to inspire success and backing others who are also determined to end homelessness. We are focussed on delivering long term solutions as quickly as possible.
In ten years, the number of people experiencing homelessness will be going down. This doesn’t mean no one will ever lose their home again. But there will be better ways to prevent it – and fast and practical solutions when it happens.
We’ll make this happen by:
Each year we publish an impact report highlighting key areas of our work and how we improve the lives of homeless people. You can also download our annual accounts reports from this page.
Our team are here to support your journey as a philanthropic supporter of Crisis.
Tell us about your journey before working at Crisis and your t...
Read MoreTell us about your journey before working at Crisis and your time working here.
The entirety of my career so far has been in charity. Prior to joining Crisis, I was working for the NSPCC and Childline. I was determined to work in social justice, having studied social policy at Cardiff University, where I conducted my research dissertation on the omnipresent stigma and exclusion forced upon those who experience homelessness. Whilst researching for this thesis, I came across Crisis and was inspired by the variety of approaches this organisation takes to end homelessness. The role of Philanthropy Account Manager at Crisis came to my attention in December 2022, and I leapt at the chance to work here.
What inspires you about working for Crisis?
I am inspired by every single person that my role enables me to work with; members, philanthropists, and colleagues. There is a sheer, collective determination to end homelessness among us that is incredibly motivating. I love being able to work from our Skylights and witness such life-changing work in action.
What are you passionate about?
I’ve really enjoyed seeing our well-being offer (arts for well-being, music for well-being etc) have an immensely positive impact on members journeys and it has motivated me to nurture my own well-being! I have a passion for women’s health and fitness, and outside of work you will generally find me riding, on a run, or dragging my friends to a yoga class.
Tell us about your journey before working at Crisis and your t...
Read MoreTell us about your journey before working at Crisis and your time working here.
Before Crisis, I worked as a Recruitment Coordinator at Google, scheduling interviews across the world for Google candidates of all levels. I joined Crisis in 2019 and have worked in the Community and Events team until recently, when I had the exciting opportunity to join the Philanthropy team.
What inspires you about working for Crisis?
There is a fountain of knowledge here, and the people are incredibly passionate about the cause. What inspires me most is seeing the frontline team in action, supporting our members in the most kind and compassionate manner. Our supporters are also incredibly special. In the past four years I have been lucky to support 100s of our fundraisers undertake challenges like the London Marathon, or swim a length in 0-degree weather, all to raise vital funds for Crisis.
What are you passionate about?
I have always been passionate about the homelessness sector, having grown up in Tower Hamlets and witnessing some of the worst forms of homelessness. However, my family are from Cuba, which means cultural differences taught me a lot about what homelessness can look like in very contrasting settings, and I became determined to learn more about this and how homelessness can be ended. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, knitting (badly), salsa dancing, and at Christmas, I enjoy volunteering for Crisis at Christmas.
Tell us about your journey before working at Crisis and your time working here.
The entirety of my career so far has been in charity. Prior to joining Crisis, I was working for the NSPCC and Childline. I was determined to work in social justice, having studied social policy at Cardiff University, where I conducted my research dissertation on the omnipresent stigma and exclusion forced upon those who experience homelessness. Whilst researching for this thesis, I came across Crisis and was inspired by the variety of approaches this organisation takes to end homelessness. The role of Philanthropy Account Manager at Crisis came to my attention in December 2022, and I leapt at the chance to work here.
What inspires you about working for Crisis?
I am inspired by every single person that my role enables me to work with; members, philanthropists, and colleagues. There is a sheer, collective determination to end homelessness among us that is incredibly motivating. I love being able to work from our Skylights and witness such life-changing work in action.
What are you passionate about?
I’ve really enjoyed seeing our well-being offer (arts for well-being, music for well-being etc) have an immensely positive impact on members journeys and it has motivated me to nurture my own well-being! I have a passion for women’s health and fitness, and outside of work you will generally find me riding, on a run, or dragging my friends to a yoga class.
Tell us about your journey before working at Crisis and your time working here.
Before Crisis, I worked as a Recruitment Coordinator at Google, scheduling interviews across the world for Google candidates of all levels. I joined Crisis in 2019 and have worked in the Community and Events team until recently, when I had the exciting opportunity to join the Philanthropy team.
What inspires you about working for Crisis?
There is a fountain of knowledge here, and the people are incredibly passionate about the cause. What inspires me most is seeing the frontline team in action, supporting our members in the most kind and compassionate manner. Our supporters are also incredibly special. In the past four years I have been lucky to support 100s of our fundraisers undertake challenges like the London Marathon, or swim a length in 0-degree weather, all to raise vital funds for Crisis.
What are you passionate about?
I have always been passionate about the homelessness sector, having grown up in Tower Hamlets and witnessing some of the worst forms of homelessness. However, my family are from Cuba, which means cultural differences taught me a lot about what homelessness can look like in very contrasting settings, and I became determined to learn more about this and how homelessness can be ended. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, knitting (badly), salsa dancing, and at Christmas, I enjoy volunteering for Crisis at Christmas.
Tell us about your journey before working at Crisis and your t...
Read MoreTell us about your journey before working at Crisis and your time working here.
For most of my career I worked in secondary teaching and educational leadership. With my background as a Geography teacher, I was fortunate to be able to combine this with travel and worked in international schools in Kuwait, Vietnam, Oman and the UK. After returning to the UK, I spent 3 years working in the education and learning team of environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful. I joined the Philanthropy Team at Crisis in early 2024.
What inspires you about working for Crisis?
A golden thread of care and purpose runs through the team at Crisis. The determination to give dignified, individual support to each of our members and willingness to consider innovative approaches to end homelessness are truly inspirational.
What are you passionate about?
I strongly identify with the promise of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) ‘Leave No One Behind’ and believe a holistic approach is the best way to tackle the world’s challenges. For those experiencing homelessness, I believe the dignified and individual support Crisis provides really embraces this approach. I love to learn and develop new skills both personally and professionally. I have recently learned to sew and have made some of my own clothes. I also really enjoy walking my dogs in London or the countryside.
Tell us about your journey before working at Crisis and your time working here.
For most of my career I worked in secondary teaching and educational leadership. With my background as a Geography teacher, I was fortunate to be able to combine this with travel and worked in international schools in Kuwait, Vietnam, Oman and the UK. After returning to the UK, I spent 3 years working in the education and learning team of environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful. I joined the Philanthropy Team at Crisis in early 2024.
What inspires you about working for Crisis?
A golden thread of care and purpose runs through the team at Crisis. The determination to give dignified, individual support to each of our members and willingness to consider innovative approaches to end homelessness are truly inspirational.
What are you passionate about?
I strongly identify with the promise of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) ‘Leave No One Behind’ and believe a holistic approach is the best way to tackle the world’s challenges. For those experiencing homelessness, I believe the dignified and individual support Crisis provides really embraces this approach. I love to learn and develop new skills both personally and professionally. I have recently learned to sew and have made some of my own clothes. I also really enjoy walking my dogs in London or the countryside.
