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Real-life Stories

Angela's story: “without Porchlight’s hostels, I wouldn’t be alive today”

For people like Angela, our hostels are more than just buildings. They’re a safe haven from nights spent frightened and alone on the streets.

08 March, 2024

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Our funding is about to be drastically cut

It could lead to hostels closing and other services disappearing

04 March, 2024

Blogs

Sharing the love on Valentine's Day

Inspiring stories to warm your heart

14 February, 2024

Blogs | Fundraising | Corporate

My CEO Sleepout experience

Porchlight Trustee Sue Baker recounts her "unforgettable" night under the stars

12 January, 2024

Blogs | Fundraising | Corporate

Porchlight's inspirational leader to step down

After 24 years at the helm of Kent homelessness charity Porchlight, chief executive Mike Barrett is to step down.

15 December, 2023

Blogs | Fundraising | Corporate

Four ways to help people who are homeless this winter

How you can make a difference

07 December, 2023

Blogs

The Home Secretary's plans to penalise homelessness are cruel

She says rough sleeping is a 'lifestyle choice' and wants to crack down on tents

06 November, 2023

Blogs

Funding cuts to homelessness and mental health support

An important message for World Homeless Day and World Mental Health Day

10 October, 2023

Real-life Stories

Miles & Barr: Why they chose Porchlight as their charity of the year

“Seeing all the different local support services Porchlight offers really opens your eyes”

02 October, 2023