How to help
Your donation transforms lives, one home at a time
Thank you for choosing to support Hopestead. Every donation helps turn an empty space into a place of comfort, security, and hope.
Your donation will help to fund all our work. An example is our Hope at Home project.
Picture walking into your new home with absolutely nothing – no bed to sleep in, no way to cook a meal, nowhere to sit and breathe. That's the reality for many people who have experienced homelessness when they first get housed.
Hope at Home fills those empty rooms with everything needed for a fresh start: furniture that's theirs to keep, flooring they've chosen, appliances that work. We're not just preventing homelessness – we're creating the stability that helps people thrive.
The numbers tell an incredible story. 82% of people told us they would have gone without essential items or fallen into debt if Hopestead hadn't been there to help. When you're starting from nothing, that support can be the difference between surviving and actually living.
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I can do normal, everyday things. I can cook and clean. Most importantly, I can live again. My children are back to their mischievous selves, which I love
One person helped through Hope at Home
Your donation can provide:
£10
Cutlery or crockery for someone's kitchen
£25
A Toaster or Kettle
£50
A double duvet and pillow set to sleep comfortably and warm
£100+
Emergency air bed and bedding for someone moving in with nothing
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Ready to fundraise for Hopestead?
Whether you're planning a charity bake sale, organising a corporate challenge, or doing something completely bonkers - we've got everything you need to make your fundraising a massive success.
Our fundraising packs are packed with practical tips, ready-to-use materials, and all the Hopestead info you'll need to tell people exactly why their support matters. From setting up your JustGiving page to spreading the word on social media, we've made it simple to join in and help make homelessness history.
What's inside:
- Step-by-step guides to get you started
- Top fundraising tips that actually work
- Ready-made social media posts and graphics
- Key facts about our work (so you sound like an expert!)
Every pound you raise helps someone turn an empty house into a real home. That's beds, washing machines, flooring and more - the essentials that let families rebuild their lives with dignity.
Run for Hopestead
Calling all movers and shakers!
We like to give ourselves goals at Hopestead, and we know many of you do too. So why not set yourself a challenge while helping others at the same time? So have fun, push yourself, and raise vital funds for our charity.
Ready to make a difference?
Choose your challenge and sign up. Once you're registered, we'll be in touch with practical tips for setting up your JustGiving page and smashing both your fitness and fundraising targets. We’ll also provide a Hopestead tee-shirt in your size so everyone knows you’re running for a vital cause.
Thanks for stepping up. Let's make it happen.
What's on offer?
We've got access to fantastic events across the UK and beyond, the full list is here: https://runforcharity.com/hopestead/bespoke-events
Here are some examples of what is available:
Road running events - Lace up those trainers!
- Brighton Marathon (12 April 2026)
- Shakespeare Half Marathon (26 April 2026)
- Shakespeare Full Marathon (26 April 2026)
Fun, family events
- Head to Alton Towers and the whole family can take part in a run around the theme park on Saturday 16 November 2025
- There’s a kids race for ages 1 and upwards, adults welcome to run with their child
- For adults there are 5km, 10km and half marathon distances.
Extreme challenges - For those who like their fundraising with a serious adrenaline kick
- 160ft Bungee Jump, Bristol (22 November 2025)
Any questions? Just email our fundraising manager Chris at chris.elliott@hopestead.org.
