Help save two lives

We understand that pets can be a lifeline for someone experiencing homelessness. That’s why we offer pet friendly accommodation.

A pet can be a source of comfort and protection for someone sleeping on the streets. Many people are forced to choose between shelter and their companion, and this means many people sleep in dangerous conditions so they are not separated.

Here at St Mungo’s, we recognise that pets can be a lifeline for someone experiencing homelessness. That’s why we accept pets in our hostels.

By supporting St Mungo’s, you could help save two lives.

Arwa and Jacko

“I arrived in London in 2018 seeking asylum after escaping war-torn Syria – leaving behind my widowed mother, siblings and dog Jacko.

Following almost a year in the limbo of asylum, I received refugee status and, despite Covid putting things on hold again, managed to build a life in London. A life which included being reunited with Jacko my golden retriever after a British charity kindly flew him to the UK.

And yet, in a few short weeks in the autumn of 2022, after my landlord sold my rented flat, I lost a home once again. I couldn’t find anywhere to live with a dog at such short notice and, thanks to the stress of it all, I lost my waitressing job too.

Jacko and I found ourselves on the streets of London.

Being homeless was the worst thing that’s ever happened to me – even worse than the war.

Together Jacko and I slept on the streets for several nights before I was given a room at the St Mungo’s hostel in Lewisham where Jacko and I were supported by the St Mungo’s team.

With their help and a roof over my head, I started to feel safe again.”

How you can help

£100

could help someone and their pet into a permanent home, so they can start to rebuild their life.

Donate £100

£50

could help provide the essentials someone and their pet needs when they arrive at St Mungo's.

Donate £50

£25

could help save two lives from the street.

Donate £25