Homelessness is not just a housing crisis – it’s a mental health emergency
Mental health is the most common support need for those who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness*.
With your support, when someone reaches out to The Passage – or when we reach them – we can prevent homelessness from becoming long-term harm; helping them to stay safe, stable, and emotionally well.
This May, we launched a Big Give campaign, with all donations made between 5th – 19th May being matched. We are thrilled to announce that we exceeded our target of £150,000, thanks to the generous donations of over 270 people.
Thank you to everyone who gave. Your donations will ensure that those in need receive earlier help, protecting their mental health.
Alan’s story
“Alan arrived after experiencing severe mental health difficulties. Initially, he needed time to learn to trust staff and adjust to his new environment. Over time, with support and his own determination, he began rebuilding his life. He has since reconnected with his family, found volunteering opportunities, pursued education, and completed a Level 2 qualification in accountancy. Alan is a model example of how residents can transform their lives with the right support and motivation.” – Richard, Independence Coach at Bentley House
Thank you to Nelsons
We are incredibly grateful to Nelsons for their ongoing support, and generous match funding of this campaign. Their support inspires others to give, doubling the impact of every donation. Partnerships like this are vital, enabling us to continue delivering life-changing services for those experiencing homelessness.
In memory of Sophie Kinsella
We are honoured that part of this campaign is being matched by a donation in memory of the bestselling novelist, and Westminster resident, Sophie Kinsella, who died of brain cancer in December 2025.
We give our sincerest thanks to Sophie for thinking of the people that The Passage serve during such a difficult time in her own life. Her legacy will live on through the people we are supporting in this campaign. ❤️
*Homelessness and mental health are deeply connected. In the October – December 2025 CHAIN report, over 51% of those seen rough sleeping in London, reported having mental health support needs. Mental health was also the most common support need in Statutory Homelessness Report for England (July – September 2025).