Whitechapel
Mission
Bringing hope where there is despair
Our Impact in 2019
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Over 5,200 volunteers, offering over 36.400 hours of their time.
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New figures reveal that 16,134 people were found sleeping rough on any given night in England in 2018/19, an increase of 32% on the previous year.
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Figures reveal that 8,096 people were found sleeping rough on any given night in London in 2018/19, an increase of 7% on the previous year.
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Rough sleeping in England has now increased by 250% since 2010
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24% of rough sleepers have been on the streets for 2 years or more.
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108,398 breakfasts served during this year, an average of 297 a day.
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5,698 different people used our services during this year.
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2,457 people used our advice services during the past year. 566 were women.
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24% of people using our services are under 26 years of age.
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49 people use the Whitechapel Mission's address to receive their post.
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47 people were helped to find employment
- 58 were referred to drug or alcohol programmes.
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298 people received help in claiming benefits.
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32% of people using our services have been in care at some point.
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15% of people supported by the Whitechapel Mission have been in the armed services.
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63 people found permanent accomodation, either a flat or apartment. 312 people found a hostel during this year.
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29 birth certificates purchased during this year.
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52 people came to us without any form of ID at all.
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23,800 showers during this year.
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38% of people using our services have been in prison.
Our Mission
The Whitechapel Mission has been serving the homeless and marginalised for 143 years – including a day centre, skills training and career advice, activity programmes and specialist support for complex needs. By encouraging each person to address the issues which caused their homelessness, we help them to gain the skills and confidence to make lasting changes in their lives.
We believe everyone deserves a chance, regardless of their background, race or religion. We are open to all, without exception.
We are open every day of the year and expect to see as many as 300 homeless and vulnerable men and women each day. And we do this without public funding.
We know that we can, and are, making a positive and lasting difference to the people who ask for our help.
News - COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
We are closely watching the situation with COVID-19 (Corona-virus) and doing everything we can to make sure guests, volunteers and staff are safe.
Thankfully, none of the team has been directly affected by COVID-19 and we have taken preventative measures to ensure this remains the case. None of our guests have currently been effected by the COVID-19. Our Office Support team is on hand in case you have any questions and can be reached on 03000 111 400
We are suspending all volunteering and outside service provision. Our current evaluation of risk, is that people should not be traveling to the Mission unless absolutely essential.
Food is the highest priority for those sleeping on our streets. Warm clothing, medical attention and support must be sustained as long as possible.
The Mission remains Open and Serving
News - Stay Safe
We are grateful for the offers of support. We always need clothing, food and toiletries and will still need these items after this pandemic has been beaten.
PLEASE do not travel to bring donations during this time. We will manage and we all need to STAY SAFE
Text a Donation Now
Text HOMELESS to 70144 to donate £3
Text costs £3 plus network charge
Or text FEED to 70144 to donate £5
Text costs £5 plus network charge. The Whitechapel Mission receives 100% of your donation. Obtain bill payer's permission. Customer care 03000 111 400. Charity No: 227905
Make a Donation Now by card
We pledge to be open every day and pledge to make a difference for as many people as possible.
But, only if you can pledge to support us.
People asking for money on our trains
We offer free food, free showers, free clothing and free advice and counseling to all those in genuine need.
Free access to medical advice, free access to educational classes and free access to benefits advice, job club and housing advice.
Daycentre open 6am every day of the year, and staff on-site 24 hours a day.
Advice centre open until 4pm weekdays.
We are open to all, regardless of their background, race, sex, religion or origin.
Learn MoreTodays Volunteers
We welcome volunteers from:
No volunteers today.
Volunteers play a crucial role within the Mission, serving breakfast, sorting clothing or working one to one with people who are homeless.
Run with a Mission - Event
The date for the 2020 race is:
5th July 2020
Together, we have raised: £0.00
Fundraising
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Charitable Bookings
For EVERY honoured restaurant booking you make for you or on behalf of someone else, £1 for EVERY diner will be donated by CHARITABLE BOOKINGS to a charity of your choice at absolutely no cost to you.
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Brighton Marathon 2020
Crazy me - I've clearly long forgotten the pain of the last marathon and I'm signed up to do the Brighton Marathon this April!The training plan is prepared, I've polished off my trainers and I've hidden all my wine....
...and I've decided to raise money for my local shelter, the Whitechapel Mission, who are an amazing charity helping people who are homeless or needing a helping hand
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pennies from heaven
Net pay rounded down to the nearest pound with the pennies donated to charity. Earn £850.34 then 34p to charity
Individuals sign up once and from then on every salary is rounded down to the nearest pound with the pennies donated to charity. If net pay was £850.34 then 34p would be donated. Donation is between 0-99p.
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UK mountain charity challenges
Help raise money and awareness whilst tackling a mountain challenge
ExpedAdventure organise and run bespoke UK mountain charity challenges and International treks. ExpedAdventure organise all the challenge logistics so you can focus on getting fit and raising awareness and funds for your charity.
