(we have no idea who this lady is, she came with the template, but she looked friendly so she can stay)
Hello
We want to ask you a favour, will you help us do what we do by supporting us?
And yes, of course we mean, 'can we have some money?', but we also mean a lot more than that. Before you close this page please read a bit more...
DONATE
Your financial gift makes a huge difference. Every pound you donate will be used to de liver our vision and change situations for good.
VOLUNTEER
Your time is of immense value, maybe you can give some to us? Click the link to find out more about volunteering with SWH...
PROMOTE US
Find our work inspirational? You can tell others. Click the link to find out more about sharing the work of SWH...
PRAY
SWH is a Christian charity. We believe that prayer, is foundational to our work. Click the link to find our more about the SWH prayer chain...
Why are we asking?
Like every charity out there, we need to raise funds to do the work we do, there is no getting away from that. Can you support us to support others? Read on to find out how you can support us, and be a valuable part of the SWH story...
Donations will be used to support the operational costs of SWH. Funds may be used for any purpose within the scope of our charitable objectives.
The '10 for 10' Campaign...
Although it is a bit away, in 2028 Still Waters House will celebrate 10 years since that incredible phone call that brought it to life.
Over these past years we have achieved so much, and made such a difference in people's lives. We want to keep doing it, and a lot more, way beyond 10 years, but we need resources and stability to do it. So, we are looking for people who will share the vision and enable the journey.
Will you be one of the first ten people to join our new campaign? Making a monthly commitment of £10 (you can choose to gift more if you want) you will support us today and into the future...
Our financial model works in two specific ways: 'ACCOMMODATION' and 'SUPPORT',
they are funded in very, very different ways.
RESIDENT SUPPORT DELIVERY
Resident Support is the reason we do this.
Every penny we use to deliver support has to be fundraised!
Our whole aim is to help guys break a cycle of homelessness and insecurity and find a positive and sustainable life with secure accommodation in their future.
Consistent and quality support is at the heart of this journey!
These journeys are often complex, with multiple needs to be addressed, trauma to be overcome, confidence to be built, and opportunities to be created and grasped.
We need your help to deliver the kind of support we believe will enable these guys to make it. To resolve the issues of the past and to rise up and achieve their hopes and aspirations for the future.
Your generous support of us will pay for Support Staff salaries, necessary resources, social activities, emergency provision, important training, household items, IT equipment... actually, everything that is beyond the accommodation!
Although we expect the guys to meet their daily needs for food and transport and personal items (that's part of growing in confidence and skill), we do love to be generous where it is appropriate, and you can let us be generous with your gift.
ACCOMMODATION PROVISION
Accommodation is largely (but not exclusively) funded through Housing Benefit, which each resident receives.
The majority of our premises costs are covered through this, from the lease we pay for the houses we use to a large part of utility and running costs of the communal areas, as well as regular maintenance and safety requirements. Each resident is required to pay a small amount each month towards their personal costs such as the utilities they use in their bedroom.
It is of course essential then that we do not have empty bedrooms too often or for too long, otherwise we have to find other means to make these payments.
Housing Benefit also contributes to the salary of the Housing Manager and a Housing Assistant.
Housing Benefit draws directly upon Public Funds, and so we are very careful not to abuse this means of funding by claiming more than we need to deliver a high quality, safe, and comfortable home for our residents. From time to time we need to raise funds to meet a shortfall in Housing Benefit income.
We also cannot claim for certain items in the houses. This includes furniture which needs regular replacement, and so we need find the funds for these items.
YOUR GIFT
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Move in provision: A food parcel and personal hygiene items as most guys arrive with nothing.
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Emergency needs: Life is never tidy and the guys sometimes need a hand to cover unexpected costs.
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Weekly community meal to build resident and staff relationship and communicate important information about accommodation and support.
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Tea, Coffee, Biscuits (an essential part of any support meeting!)
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Social activities to build relationship and provide light relief for tough days.
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Training opportunities (vital for staff and residents)
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IT equipment to enable support delivery by staff and support progress for residents
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Transport costs for staff when they attend meetings or accompany residents to appointments.
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In fact anything we do with and for our residents needs fundraising.
