Join Us in Making a Difference This Christmas – Help Us Raise £50,000 for People Experiencing Homelessness

This Christmas, we are aiming to raise £50,000 to fund our vital work supporting people experiencing homelessness across Southampton, Portsmouth, and across Hampshire.

It is a moral, human right for someone to have somewhere to live and SSJ walk beside those experiencing homelessness to help them navigate the complex, broken system and create better outcomes.

An Interactive Advent Calendar: Stories of Hope and Resilience

Our Christmas campaign is not just about raising funds, it’s about raising awareness and showing that everyone, no matter their situation, deserves dignity, respect, and compassion. This year, you can experience our Virtual Advent Calendar on our social media channels, with a door opening each day. Starting on December 1st, we will share personal stories from individuals we’ve supported, as well as from team members who have lived through homelessness themselves.

These stories highlight the real lives behind the statistics and show the resilience of the people we work with. We will also feature the various causes that you can support directly – whether that’s providing a hot meal, buying a Christmas gift, or contributing to one of our vital services. Through this, we hope to show the community the powerful impact that kindness and generosity can have.

Make a Difference With Your Own Fundraising Event

We are also calling on local businesses, schools, and community groups to join us in this campaign. We encourage you to get creative and host your own fundraising events – whether it’s a Christmas Jumper Day, a cake sale, or a festive raffle. Every event, big or small, brings us one step closer to reaching our £50,000 goal.

Share your photos and stories on social media, tagging us @societyofstjames and using the hashtag #SSJMAS to inspire others to join the cause. Together, we can spread awareness and create a ripple effect of kindness this Christmas.

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Tackling Homelessness with Compassion

At SSJ, we understand that homelessness is a complex issue. Many of the people we support are dealing with multiple disadvantages such as mental health challenges, substance misuse, and a history of trauma, including abuse and neglect. But we also know that with the right support, people can rebuild their lives and regain their independence.

That’s why we offer a range of services, from hostels and transitional housing to substance misuse recovery programs and life skills classes at The SSJ Academy. These programs are designed to give people the tools they need to move forward, break the cycle of homelessness, and build a better future for themselves.

Why Your Support Matters

This Christmas, we want to send a powerful message to everyone experiencing homelessness: You are not alone. You are valued, you should have hope for the future, and we will continue supporting you every step of the way. Person by person, we will end homelessness.

Your donation, whether it’s £10 for a hot meal or £50 for essential housing services, will directly contribute to helping someone in need. Together, we can help people feel seen, heard, and cared for, not just at Christmas but throughout the year.

Let’s Make This Christmas One to Remember

By supporting SSJ this Christmas, you’re not just donating to a cause, you’re showing people in our community that they matter. This campaign is about more than just the season – it’s about creating lasting change for those who need it most.

To make a donation visit our JustGiving page by clicking here.

Thank you for your support in ending homelessness this Christmas.