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We are the Friends of the Connection at St Martin-in-the-Fields, dedicated to supporting the work of @homelesslondon, London’s busiest homelessness centre.

[The Connection at St Martin's @homelesslondon]

It’s #VolunteersWeek! 🌟 A huge thank you to every volunteer who gives their time and compassion to #TheConnection. You make everything possible. 💛 #ThankYou #EndHomelessness

[The Connection at St Martin's @homelesslondon]

A huge thank you to the incredible volunteers who bring warmth, compassion and hope to #TheConnection every week. 💙

Every meal served, every listening ear, every welcoming smile makes a real difference to people experiencing homelessness.

We couldn't do it without you. 🙏

[The Connection at St Martin's @homelesslondon]

627 corporate volunteers gave their time at our day centre last year, and every single one made a difference. 🙌

Thank you — from everyone at The Connection.

#volunteersweek

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If you are free to volunteer with the Kitchen team at The Connection between 8.30am and 1.30pm, specifically on Friday 13 March, but also throughout the year, please email [email protected]. Your time supports those experiencing homelessness.

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We are deeply saddened by the passing of John Pudney. John led the SCU, purchasing St Martin’s House, where he lived alongside clients. This extraordinary commitment shaped the values that still guide our work today. We remember his grounded, compassionate approach to his work.

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Queen Eleanor Cycle Ride 2026 https://t.co/wdlnnAOygC Registrations are open to join the 2026 Queen Eleanor Cycle Ride. We look forward to seeing you! #charityevent #CharityCycle #homeless #homelessness

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The Friends raised almost £700 in support of The Connection last week, Carol singing at Charing Cross station. The image is by one of the singers, Alison.

#homeless #homelessness #carolsinging #carols

[The Connection at St Martin's @homelesslondon]

1611 people died homeless in 2024. Average age of death for someone sleeping rough - just 44.

Our CEO @Youngestorchard says the new govt National Plan to End Homelessness can save lives - if done right. https://t.co/UltYs1hUAB

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What are you waiting for? Registrations are open for our 2026 cycle ride. https://t.co/gHgdaflfRE #homelessness #endhomelessness #cycling #cyclingevent

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Please share with your networks - we need supporters to help us this Christmas #homeless #homelessness #volunteering

[The Connection at St Martin's @homelesslondon]

It's another chilly day in London and across the country 🌧️

Here's some simple ways you can be there for people sleeping rough right now 💙

#TheConnection #ChristmasKindness

https://t.co/wOt2Oa86qf

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📷This year, the Commemoration Service for those who have died whilst homeless, is taking place on Thursday 13 November at 11am. There will be performances by Streetwise Opera and The Choir with No Name. You are invited to join us to remember them. #homelessness

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Thank you for supporting our Spring Appeal - there is still time to support us #TheConnection #EndHomelessness #foodinflation #foodcost #londonhomeless #londonhomelessness #friendsoftheconnection #homeless #homelessness #homelessprevention #homelessnessprevention

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We want to raise £50,000 to cover food costs at The Connection for the cold winter months. A hot meal is a first step in building trust. https://t.co/ZhG6bpe43K
#TheConnection #EndHomelessness #foodinflation #foodcost #homelessness #homelessness #homelessprevention

[The Connection at St Martin's @homelesslondon]

SWEP activated in London! ❄️ We're here and fully prepared to ensure people sleeping rough stay safe this winter. You can too!

Report rough sleepers to @StreetLink_ : https://t.co/g2xMlsEXtZ

Calling 999 in a medical emergency. 🚑

🔗 Learn more about SWEP via LINK IN BIO

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As temperatures plummet, the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has been activated. Extreme cold weather is threatening the lives of people sleeping rough on our streets. To support people, we’re offering extra bed spaces in our centre, and extending opening hours.

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Join us 6pm on 28 Nov - Stone Nest, 136 Shaftesbury Avenue when clients & students from Royal Academy of Music perform. The evening also gives attendees a chance to speak with clients about how creative empowerment has affected and changed their lives. RSVP to [email protected]

[The Connection at St Martin's @homelesslondon]

Currently, we're supporting 14 women at St. Martin's House.

This means they have a safe space to live with access to 24/7 support

Explore how this project is changing lives 👇

https://t.co/2twK2dLlMY

#EndingHomelessness #TheConnection

[The Connection at St Martin's @homelesslondon]

Today is #WorldHomelessnessDay and we're ready to take over social media to share stories of #hope and #recovery

It's not too late to join us! Simply share, like and comment to help us spread the word 💙

#WorldHomelessDay2024 #WHD2024

[The Connection at St Martin's @homelesslondon]

Right now more than 2000 people are sleeping rough in central London.

Homelessness is not inevitable - with the right support in place, people do recover.

Everyone deserves a safe and secure place to call home. If you agree please comment, like, share this #WorldHomelessDay