Our impact

The stress of buying the uniforms when you have no money is immense and the feeling of dread as the days tick by is overwhelming, but thanks to you all that has gone and I can enjoy the rest of the holidays knowing the uniforms are hanging in the wardrobe.

When Sophie’s fridge freezer broke down, it was more than an inconvenience, it was an impossibility for her to find the money to replace it.

Anxiety grew as she knew she didn’t have enough funds to pay for basic school uniforms for her two children.

At just 15 years old, Tom* has already experienced more challenges than many people face in a lifetime. Following the death of his father a few years ago, he has been navigating grief alongside a number of difficult circumstances.

"I don't know what I would of done without your help, I had no food and no gas or electric on my meters. You have saved me just at the right time."

“It is such a relief having a washing machine again, as laundry was such a difficult task to do for those who have been supporting me. Your support has brought much ease for me and those supporting me, and I am very grateful.”

Without somewhere comfortable to sit together, the family found themselves sitting on the floor to eat meals each day.

Steve was deeply moved by the kindness shown to him and broke down in tears after hearing that strangers had chosen to help.

James can now cook warm meals for himself and his son, creating a sense of routine and comfort that had previously been out of reach.