Updates
….from our Street Storage community
We use this space to share experiences and thoughts surrounding homelessness or all things Street Storage. Updates come directly from the minds of staff, volunteers and those who use our units.
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How one bag has made a huge impact!
Earlier this year, we were contacted by A Good Thing: a charity that connects surplus items with people who need them. They had 700 sturdy Exodus holdalls looking for a new home and we were thrilled to take them in. Since then, these bags have made a significant difference for the people who use our storage service. But how…
The trust built from storage
After Tamara (Our Referrals and Storage Coordinator) recently supported someone in a critical situation, we asked her to share some reflections about the moments where we provide support. To protect the privacy and dignity of the person most recently involved, we've blended several true stories we’ve heard into this blog.
“That’s the kind of charity we are” - Lilian’s Fundraising Story
Find out just why Simon, Lilian and Gary walked on fire…
“I never wanted to run.” - Ben’s Fundraising Story
Ben braved the London Landmarks Half Marathon to raise money for Street Storage on the 6th of April. It was a fab atmosphere on the day and even with a bad knee, he still managed to achieve a personal best!
Ben’s fundraising story and and heartfelt retelling of the big day is a must read and can be found here.
March so far…
Well, it’s been quite the month for Street Storage! Here are just a few examples of what our day-to-day drop-ins have been like…