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Homelessness HO103

Homelessness is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Housing category.

2,351 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 1.16% of all charities.

Keywords to find charities

UK-CAT categories are applied to charities based on a set of keywords, in the form of a regular expression.

The regular expression used to find charities in this tag is:

\b(homeless(ness)?|rough( |-)?sleep(ers?|ing)|no fixed abode|on the streets?)\b

Distribution by size of charity

Income band Charities with tag Percent of all charities
Under £10k 545 0.72%
£10k - £100k 682 1.00%
£100k - £250k 297 1.43%
£250k - £500k 220 2.23%
£500k - £1m 168 2.73%
£1m - £10m 246 2.89%
Over £10m 45 2.21%
Total 2,203 1.15%

Distribution by charity regulator

Regulator Charities with tag Percent of all charities
ccew 2,078 1.22%
oscr 179 0.72%
ccni 94 1.30%
Total 2,351 1.16%

Ten largest charities (by income)

Name Latest income
change,grow,live [Charity number: SC039861]
3. The objects of the Charity are to relieve poverty in particular but not exclusively through the provision of housing, to relieve sickness and to advance the education and training in particular of all persons (and members of their families) who: 3.1.1 have committed or are likely to commit a criminal act or acts. or 3.1.2 have been or are or are in danger of becoming substance misusers. or 3.1.3 have been or are or are in danger of becoming addicted to or dependent upon drugs of any description including without limitation on the generality of the foregoing illegal drugs, alcohol, solvents or other addictive substances. or 3.1.4 have been or are or are likely to become victims of domestic abuse. or 3.1.5 have been or are or are likely to become homeless. or 3.1.6 suffer mental ill health. or 3.1.7 have suffered a legal restriction on their liberty In any penal or correctional establishment. to advance the education of the public by promoting study and research into homelessness and all aspects of and methods of crime prevention and delinquency and the prevention of drug abuse and substance misuse and to disseminate the useful results of such research. to promote for the public benefit the prevention of criminal acts and of drug abuse and substance misuse and of homelessness. to promote for the public benefit the protection of people and property from criminal acts and the effects of drug abuse and substance misuse. the promotion of charitable purposes within the member countries of the European Union, for the advancement of education, the protection of health, the relief of poverty, sickness and distress and to reduce substance related harm to the individual and the wider community. and to undertake such other activities as are charitable.
£284,264,901
CHANGE, GROW, LIVE [Charity number: 1079327]
CGL provides a range of services to support individuals, families and communities whose lives are adversely affected by crime, substance misuse, homelessness, anti-social behaviour, domestic violence, social deprivation and lack of opportunity.The Charity works with challenging service users with complex needs, including those with entrenched drug habits and offending behaviour.
£284,264,901
THE SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL WORK TRUST [Charity number: 215174]
The provision of supported accommodation for homeless people Older peoples housing and supportWork to help unemployed people back into workAnti-Human Trafficking workAddiction Support ServicesOutreach programmes and services to communitiesFamily tracing serviceFrontline assistance to emergency services personnel and people affected by disasters
£252,746,000
ST MUNGO COMMUNITY HOUSING ASSOCIATION [Charity number: 1149085]
St Mungo's began helping people sleeping rough off the streets of London in 1969. Over the years we have extended our work beyond emergency help, to prevention of homelessness and promotion of recovery. We now help thousands of people across the South of England rebuild their lives day by day through housing, health and skills initiatives.
£122,985,000
Shelter The National Campaign For Homeless People Limited [Charity number: SC002327]
The prevention and relief of poverty. The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage: Analogous Purposes.
£73,665,000
SHELTER, NATIONAL CAMPAIGN FOR HOMELESS PEOPLE LIMITED [Charity number: 263710]
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing and homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to use for help.We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
£73,665,000
CRISIS UK [Charity number: 1082947]
Crisis is the national charity for single homeless people. We are dedicated to ending homelessness by delivering life-changing services and campaigning for change.Our innovative education, employment, housing and well-being services address individual needs and help people to transform their lives.
£64,957,000
Crisis UK [Charity number: SC040094]
The relief of poverty and distress among people who are homeless and who are suffering from social, economic or emotional distress in such manner as the Charity may in its absolute discretion think fit.
£64,957,000
DEPAUL INTERNATIONAL [Charity number: 1107385]
Depaul International, through its subsidiaries, works with homeless and disadvantaged people in the provision of accommodation and support services in the UK, Ireland, Slovakia, Ukraine, USA, France and Croatia, with plans for expansion into other countries over time.
£62,661,000
FRAMEWORK HOUSING ASSOCIATION [Charity number: 1060941]
Framework exists to meet the needs of homeless and vulnerable people by providing outreach, accommodation, support, treatment, care, training, resettlement and tenancy sustainment services. The service user group includes people with drug, alcohol and mental health problems and those with complex needs.
£55,854,000

Ten random charities

Name Latest income
THE UK TURKISH ISLAMIC TRUST [Charity number: 275829]
Religious & cultural education. Religious prayers/activities. Funeral servicesESTABLISHED SHACKLEWELL COMMUNITY CENTRE HELPING HOMELESS
£36,559
COVENANT GLORY CHRISTIAN CENTRE [Charity number: 1182074]
TO ADVANCE THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION IN THE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT OF LEEDS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC THROUGH THE HOLDING OF CHURCH MEETINGS, LECTURES AND SEMINARS AND ALSO THE PREVENTION AND RELIEF OF POVERTY AND TO PROMOTE AND PROTECT THE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH OF HOMELESS PEOPLE IN THE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT OF LEEDS.
£75,575
RAMMANANTHA TRUST (UK) [Charity number: 1109225]
Alleviates poverty through education and empowerment Alleviate sicknessSidha Ayurvedic Medicine research: RT supports research in Indian indigenous medicine at our parent organisation in India.Food distribution to old age homes and homeless charities.Spiritual guidance by our patron Swamy Rammanantha Sarasswathi to his followers and devotees according to Sanadhana dharma.
£34,335
DOORWAYS MIDDLESBROUGH [Charity number: 1202854]
THE PREVENTION OR RELIEF OF POVERTY IN MIDDLESBROUGH BY PROVIDING A HOT MEAL, WASHING AND LAUNDRY FACILITIES AND SUCH OTHER INFORMATION AND SUPPORT AS THE TRUSTEES DEEM APPROPRIATE, TO INDIVIDUALS IN FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY THOSE WHO ARE HOMELESS, THOSE WHO ARE SLEEPING ROUGH, THOSE WHO ARE AT RISK OF HOMELESSNESS AND EX-OFFENDERS.
PLACE OF REFUGE MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL [Charity number: 1080354]
Supporting the homeless by providing food and temporary accomodation in local B&B.Providing general support as and when required to do so.
£32,557
THE MULBERRY TRUST [Charity number: 263296]
A grant making trust with particular interest in charities in Essex, other areas in the UK are considered. Grants aim to strengthen family life from the very young to very old. Also Homelessness, Debt. advice and Promotion of Inter-faith work. Education, Research and the Arts where contributing to the aims listed above.No unsolicited applications or from individuals.
£83,943
CHABAD LUBAVITCH OF SOUTH LONDON [Charity number: 1154533]
The charity's activities are as follows:1. The advancement of the Orthodox Jewish religion in accordance with the principles of Chabad Lubavitch,2. The advancement of Orthodox Jewish religion education and,3. The relief of poverty, homelessness and financial crisis management.
£223,594
MANNA HOUSE (HANLEY) [Charity number: 1147797]
To relieve poverty of persons 16 year of age or over by the provision of support (including food, clothing, washing facilities, warmth and comfort) for those homeless and those living in substandard accommodation, as well as support through counselling, mentoring, art therapy and advocacy to access services providing help with housing and drug rehabilitation, within the North Staffordshire area.
£14,584
THE PEOPLES REVIVAL CHURCH OF CHRIST [Charity number: 1115932]
we give out new and used clothes to the less privilge in the third World,we pray for the peace among the Nations,speaking to the youths in the communities about good behavior and to better their lives in the positive way,feeding the homeless in the cities here and abroad and religious activities,etc.
£10,000
NEW LIFE DERBY [Charity number: 1121508]
RELIGIOUS ACTIVITES INCLUDING:FEEDING PROGRAMMES AND SOCIAL ACTION AMONGST HOMELESS AND MARGINALISED, WEEKLY GROUPS AIMED AT MEETING NEEDS OF THOSE AGED FROM PRESCHOOL THROUGH TO SENIOR CITIZENS, CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRY WORK, OVERSEAS AID.
£493,878