For Jim, the lack of a support network meant a life on the streets.
A life on the streets meant constant danger.
St Mungo's is here for anyone experiencing homelessness
After a hard childhood, Jim left care at 17 and was given a few pounds to start a new life of his own. Without the support he needed, he became homeless and slept rough for many years.
After years struggling to cope, Jim met St Mungo’s project workers who helped him start to rebuild his life.
When asked what would have happened without St Mungo’s, Jim has no hesitation saying “I’d be dead by now. Guaranteed.”
Jim now has a permanent home. He has reconnected with his sister and niece, and often travels to the coast to spend time with them. Jim now volunteers with St Mungo’s and now plans to work as a mentor to help other people who have experienced homelessness.
Add St Mungo’s to your Christmas list to help us get someone like Jim off the streets and into somewhere safe and warm.
Your support could help them take the first steps towards rebuilding a new life.
Help change a life like Jim's
There are so many more people like Jim who need your help.
Call us on 020 8600 3000
Lines are open between 9am-5pm Monday – Friday.
Our doors are open 365 days a year, offering safety, support and hope for the future
Outreach
Our teams will be out every night this winter to reach rough sleepers.
Accommodation
We have accommodation in every borough in London, as well as across the south of England.
Support
We’re with our clients at every step of their recovery, helping them find a permanent home and employment.
Together we can help end homelessness
Rough sleeping is a growing problem and, due to the cost of living crisis, many more people are at risk of homelessness. Over 10,000 people were seen sleeping rough in London alone in 2022/23, a 20% increase from last year.
For Jim, St Mungo's became his support network.
A support network meant he could rebuild his life.
Donate by phone
Call us on 020 8600 3000
Lines are open between 9am-5pm Monday – Friday.