Barnabus

• Barnabus first came about thanks to one man who, 25 years ago, began giving out sandwiches to the homeless..
• Barnabus receives referrals from various sources, including the homeless charity Shelter, the police, agencies supporting victims of abuse or crime, the Citizens Advice Bureau, drug and alcohol services, the council, and other relevant entities.
• Barnabus distinguishes itself by providing unparalleled support to the largest number of homeless individuals in the city. Presently, they offer personalised assistance to more than 300 people, serving as a point of contact for their needs, such as providing a mailing address, aiding with benefits, securing housing, accessing healthcare, managing finances, and addressing addiction issues. By signing up to Savoo and selecting Barnabus as your charity, they will receive free donations every time you shop online.

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Learn more about Barnabus

Barnabus, a Manchester-based Christian charity, has been providing support to the homeless for 25 years. Their mission is to offer a lifeline to vulnerable individuals, providing them with hope and opportunities to transform their lives. The charity's primary objective is to alleviate poverty and empower individuals to rebuild their lives sustainably. They operate a drop-in center that offers a variety of services, including showers, hot meals, and a range of activities. Additionally, the center has a Health and Wellbeing Suite, which is staffed by volunteer nurses and paramedics from the ONHS.

How they support: Helping those who are most vulnerable

The charity operates a support office that provides assistance with accommodation, benefits, training, and support for reintegration into the workforce. Additionally, the charity's collaborative Allotment and ReNu Up-cycling furniture projects offer engaging activities and teach valuable employable skills. Furthermore, a mentoring service for prisoners nearing release is conducted at HMP Manchester and HMP Buckley Hall, with the aim of reducing the likelihood of ex-prisoners re-offending. It is important to note that the charity is not funded by the government and, therefore, relies on the generosity of individuals and local businesses for support.

Ways you can help: Volunteer with Barnabus

Volunteering is an amazing way to help out the charity and help them keep up with the demand of the growing number of homeless people and rough sleepers in Manchester. If you’re someone who has a caring, non-judgemental nature, is quite flexible, calm, and finds it easy to get to know a range of different people, volunteering might be the thing for you. Some of the roles consist of:

• Early Morning Outreach Volunteer
• Rough Sleeper Breakfast Session Volunteer
• Rough Sleeper Support Session Volunteer
• Supported Living Projects Outreach Volunteer
• God Slot Session Volunteer
  
  

Other ways you can help: Donate monthly

Donating monthly allows you to make an amazing impact and help Barnabus aid rough sleepers in Manchester, whether it’s to provide them with a home or employment or to ensure they can see a support worker. If you were to donate:

• £5: This would allow a rough sleeper to have a space in a drop-in centre
• £25: This would provide a rough sleeper with a support worker
• £35: This would help a homeless person start the journey of employment and having their own home