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Silence the voice of fear this winter.

Help someone facing poverty, uncertainty, and racing thoughts find practical support, stability, and next steps. For £20, you can fund a first meeting with an Off The Fence Key Worker and provide moments of peace this winter season.

Closes 31/03/2027

Resisting poverty. Empowering people. Restoring hope. Off The Fence helps the socially excluded in Brighton & Hove. The charity offers: emergency outreach to homeless individuals and a homeless day centre; a schools programme for 6-18 year olds; and a women’s centre supporting women in crisis.

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In a season filled with constant noise, endless information, and competing voices, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But for many people facing poverty in our city, overwhelm isn't seasonal; it's a daily reality.

The voice of fear can be relentless.

- Fear of where you'll sleep tonight.

- Fear of how you'll afford your next meal.

- Fear of mounting bills and an uncertain future.

- Fear of what awaits when you walk through your front door.

These worries can feel all-consuming, making it difficult to see a way forward and even harder to take the first step out of crisis.

This winter, you can help silence the voice of fear and give the gift of peace.

With £20, you can fund a person's first meeting with an Off The Fence Key Worker. This vital conversation offers more than practical support. It provides a safe space to be heard, understood, and supported during a time of crisis. This moment is a lifeline for people like Sam.

When we first met Sam at Antifreeze, he was facing homelessness, struggling with suicidal thoughts, and feeling hopeless about the future. Through regular support, our team listened, built trust, and walked alongside him during a difficult season. Knowing that there were people who genuinely cared about his wellbeing began to make a difference. Gradually, Sam's outlook started to change. He told us that the kindness, encouragement, and practical support he received helped him regain confidence and begin to hope for the future again. Today, he is talking about returning to work and exploring volunteering opportunities as a way to reconnect with his community and rediscover a sense of purpose.

Together, we can help more people navigate the challenges they face, identify realistic next steps, and begin their journey towards hope, stability, and a brighter future.

Every gift makes a difference.

- £20 could fund a first Key Worker appointment.

- £40 could support two people in crisis.

- £100 could help five individuals take their first steps towards lasting change.

This winter, will you help someone replace fear with peace?

Donate today and help silence the voice of fear.

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