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Kevin Thorpe is raising money for Stonewall Housing
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Virtual London Marathon 2021 · 3 October 2021 ·

We help LGBTQ+ people in the UK who are experiencing homelessness. We provide safe accommodation, housing advice, mental health advocacy and support for people fleeing or who have fled domestic abuse. Founded in 1983, we're the only charity in the UK working with homeless LGBTQ+ people of all ages.

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Stonewall Housing is the UK’s leading LGBTQ+ housing related support charity, helping members of the LGBTQ+ community who are experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment. SH provide supported accommodation, housing advice, mental health advocacy and domestic abuse support.

Even in 2021, coming out or being outed as LGBT+ can sadly lead to people being made homeless. Studies show that LGBTQ+ people are still much more likely to be made homeless compared to non-LGBTQ+ people.  Once homeless, LGBTQ+ people are more likely to face discrimination and experience sexual exploitation. SH currently support over 1400 people a year into safer homes and there has been a significant increase in numbers seeking support since the pandemic.

It costs £28 to provide a night of safety plus travel vouchers for someone needing help and £90 to provide a 1:1 advocacy session for someone facing eviction as a result of their mental health needs. Every £ can make a difference.

To learn more about Stonewall Housing watch this 7 min vid: Who we are .

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Donation summary

Total
£2,000.11
+ £396.00 Gift Aid
Online
£2,000.11
Offline
£0.00

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