🎄 Launching our 2025 Christmas Campaign on World Homelessness Day
Today marks World Homelessness Day, a global reminder that homelessness is a human crisis affecting millions of people worldwide.
Here in Hampshire, the situation is all too real. Hundreds of people face the harsh reality of sleeping rough, sofa surfing, or living in insecure, unsafe housing. But together, we can change that.
That’s why we’re proud to launch the Society of St James’ 2025 Christmas Campaign, and we’re inviting you to be part of something truly life-changing.
💚 Our goal: Raise £80,000 to end homelessness locally
This Christmas, we’re aiming to raise £80,000 the first £10,000 will be used to ensure that people that use our services is given a Christmas dinner and a gift. The rest will be used to fund vital services that help people find safe accommodation, rebuild their lives, and look forward to a brighter future.
Because homelessness is not inevitable, it’s solvable. Homelessness should be rare, brief and non recurring. With your support, we can make lasting change locally.
🎅 What’s the Christmas Campaign About?
Throughout December, we’ll be sharing real stories through our Digital Christmas Calendar — giving you a window into the lives of the people we support, and the incredible staff, volunteers and supporters who walk alongside them every day.
Behind every door is:
✅ A personal story of transformation
✅ A glimpse into our frontline services
✅ A message from supporters, volunteers showcasing the importance of support.
🏠 Why It Matters
At SSJ, we work every day to prevent, relieve, and ultimately end homelessness. That means more than just providing a roof, it means offering bespoke and tailored support to the people who use our services.
We know that when housing and support come together, lives are transformed.
This Christmas, your generosity can open doors to:
- Safety from rough sleeping or unsafe environments
- Support for health, wellbeing, and recovery
- Opportunity to build a future beyond homelessness
🎁 How You Can Get Involved
Whether you’re an individual, a workplace, or a community group, there are lots of ways you can support the campaign:
🔹 Download a fundraising pack and organise your own festive fundraiser
🔹 Make a donation – every contribution makes a real difference
🔹 Invite a speaker – book one of our team to talk to your staff, school or group
🔗 Click here to get started and find out more.
Let’s work together to open more doors, and end homelessness locally this Christmas.
Thank you for being part of the solution. 💚