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  • Volunteer receives award from RBKC Mayor

    Volunteer receives award from RBKC Mayor

    25 March 2021: Glass Door volunteer Gloria Gardner has been recognised for her significant contributions to the borough. Read more

  • Campaign aims to increase vaccine uptake

    Campaign aims to increase vaccine uptake

    Glass Door is running a campaign to increase vaccine uptake among people experiencing homelessness and those that support them. Get involved. Read more

  • Hostel guests receive vaccination

    Hostel guests receive vaccination

    18 Feb 21: The campaign to vaccinate people affected by homelessness has begun. All 101 guests staying in the Glass Door hostels have now been offered the vaccine. Read more

  • Partnerships make hostel project possible

    Partnerships make hostel project possible

    6 Jan 2021: Glass Door worked with a number of organisations to launch a new accommodation project. Read more

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Volunteer receives award from RBKC Mayor

Volunteer receives award from RBKC Mayor

25 March 2021: Glass Door volunteer Gloria Gardner has been recognised for her significant contributions to the borough. Read more

Published: 25th March, 2021

Updated: 9th April, 2021

Author: Mikaela Algranati

Campaign aims to increase vaccine uptake

Campaign aims to increase vaccine uptake

Glass Door is running a campaign to increase vaccine uptake among people experiencing homelessness and those that support them. Get involved. Read more

Published: 1st March, 2021

Updated: 22nd March, 2021

Author: Melissa Kerschen

Hostel guests receive vaccination

Hostel guests receive vaccination

18 Feb 21: The campaign to vaccinate people affected by homelessness has begun. All 101 guests staying in the Glass Door hostels have now been offered the vaccine. Read more

Published: 18th February, 2021

Updated: 19th February, 2021

Author: Melissa Kerschen

Call for vaccinations for homelessness workers

Call for vaccinations for homelessness workers

12 January 2021 update: campaign success! Read more

Published: 7th January, 2021

Updated: 21st January, 2021

Author: Melissa Kerschen

Partnerships make hostel project possible

Partnerships make hostel project possible

6 Jan 2021: Glass Door worked with a number of organisations to launch a new accommodation project. Read more

Published: 6th January, 2021

Updated: 9th February, 2021

Author: Mikaela Algranati

Tier 4 restrictions impact services

Tier 4 restrictions impact services

22 Dec 2020: All services remain open. However, changes made to minimise risk of contagion spark fears for mental health. Read more

Published: 22nd December, 2020

Updated: 28th December, 2020

Author: Melissa Kerschen

First virtual Sleep Out helps launch new services

First virtual Sleep Out helps launch new services

28 October: Glass Door held its first ever Virtual Sleep Out on the wettest day in recorded history. Funds raised will help launch new Covid-safe services. Read more

Published: 27th October, 2020

Updated: 28th October, 2020

Author: Melissa Kerschen

Winter plans revealed

Winter plans revealed

25 September: Glass Door is adapting services in line with new regulations. Those in need will still be able to find food, shelter and support this winter. Read more

Published: 24th September, 2020

Updated: 12th November, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

The Sleep Out (or in) 2020 Lineup

The Sleep Out (or in) 2020 Lineup

Special guests to take part in virtual programme live-streamed throughout the night of the 2020 Sleep Out. Read more

Published: 28th August, 2020

Updated: 4th October, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

Glass Door wins Charity Times Award

Glass Door wins Charity Times Award

4 September 2020: The charity scooped top prize for "PR Team of the Year" and was shortlisted for Charity of the Year and Rising Leader of the Year for CEO Lucy Abraham. Read more

Published: 4th August, 2020

Updated: 4th September, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

Jim Carter backs Sleep Out (or in) 2020

Jim Carter backs Sleep Out (or in) 2020

27 July 2020: The actor best known for playing Mr Carson in Downton Abbey is supporting Glass Door's Sleep Out (or in) this year. Read more

Published: 24th July, 2020

Updated: 4th September, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

EU citizens find lifeline out of homelessness

EU citizens find lifeline out of homelessness

29 June 2020: Over 160 guests have applied to the EU Settlement Scheme. Many others now face a race against the clock. Read more

Published: 29th June, 2020

Updated: 7th July, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

Fireside chat with Lucy and Brian

Fireside chat with Lucy and Brian

18 June 2020: Watch on video as Glass Door's chair of trustees discusses current and future challenges with the chief executive. Read more

Published: 25th June, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

Annual review highlights growth in demand

Annual review highlights growth in demand

16 June 2020: Glass Door increased levels of shelter and support available before the outbreak of COVID-19. Read more

Published: 15th June, 2020

Updated: 2nd July, 2020

Author: Melissa Kerschen

Dame Helen Mirren backs Glass Door Appeal

Dame Helen Mirren backs Glass Door Appeal

27 May 2020: The multi-award winning actress takes part in Glass Door's COVID-19 Emergency Appeal film. Read more

Published: 27th May, 2020

Updated: 2nd June, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

Mayor of RBKC names Glass Door as Charity of the Year

Mayor of RBKC names Glass Door as Charity of the Year

22 May 2020: New Mayor Councillor Gerard Hargreaves chooses Glass Door as his charity of the year. Read more

Published: 22nd May, 2020

Updated: 24th May, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

Survivors of domestic abuse should be prioritised

Survivors of domestic abuse should be prioritised

22 May 2020: Glass Door joins other leading charities calling for government to prioritise housing and support for women and survivors of domestic abuse. Read more

Published: 21st May, 2020

Updated: 22nd May, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

Glass Door launches befriending scheme

Glass Door launches befriending scheme

15 May 2020: We are connecting volunteers with guests in hotels to combat loneliness. Read more

Published: 15th May, 2020

Updated: 29th May, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

Record number find shelter

Record number find shelter

14 May 2020: More found shelter with Glass Door this winter than ever before. Now, guests face new challenges in the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more

Published: 14th May, 2020

Updated: 15th June, 2020

Author: Melissa Kerschen

Over 120  guests move into hotels

Over 120 guests move into hotels

31 March 2020: Glass Door guests who had been staying in shelters over the winter are now in private London hotel rooms. Read more

Published: 31st March, 2020

Updated: 17th April, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

Coronavirus coverage

Coronavirus coverage

Updated 30 March 2020: The Independent, The Guardian, Metro, Sky News and others cover Glass Door’s warning about the impact of COVID-19 on those who are homeless. Read more

Published: 17th March, 2020

Updated: 19th November, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

A special afternoon tea for Women’s Group

A special afternoon tea for Women’s Group

13 March 2020: To celebrate International Women’s Day, female guests received a special treat from the Royal Garden Hotel. Read more

Published: 13th March, 2020

Updated: 1st April, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

More guests find shelter in winter of wind and rain

More guests find shelter in winter of wind and rain

4 March: A record number of people needing shelter have turned to Glass Door this winter. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2020

Updated: 14th May, 2020

Author: Melissa Kerschen

Thousands not counted in rough sleeping report

Thousands not counted in rough sleeping report

28 February 2020: Glass Door's evidence suggests that the latest government statistics are a huge underestimate. Read more

Published: 28th February, 2020

Updated: 4th September, 2020

Author: Rachael Lindsay

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Latest

  • Captain Tom 100

    Captain Tom 100

    30 April - 3 May: Glass Door will be joining the rest of the nation in taking part in the Captain Tom 100 challenge.

  • BETHANY, finance and administration assistant

    I love knowing that the job I do makes a difference. At Glass Door, we see the direct impact of our work on the lives of those affected by homelessness every day.

  • Rachel Silvey's fundraising page

    Rachel Silvey's fundraising page

    On the 19th September I will be cycling from London to Brighton for Glass Door, to help individuals in our community find shelter and support when they need it most.

  • London to Brighton cycle team 2021

    London to Brighton cycle team 2021

    To support an individual or a team, please donate on the participant's appeal page, which you can search for online. Donate here to support someone who doesn't have a fundraising page or if you would like to support all taking part.

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  • About us

    About us

    Guests find shelter in winter and year-round support to move beyond homelessness.

  • Things we need

    Things we need

    Here are some things that Glass Door and our partner organisations need.

  • Daytime support

    Daytime support

    Where to find support if you are affected by homelessness during they daytime. Find advice, meals and more.

  • How Glass Door can help

    How Glass Door can help

    If you or someone you know is facing homelessness, here's an overview of services and how to access them.

  • Richmond shelters open

    Richmond shelters open

    First shelters in Richmond launched.

  • Our partner venues

    Our partner venues

    Venues, mainly churches of a different denominations, partner with Glass Door to host night shelters and and our day-time support services.

  • If we can't offer a space in the shelters today

    If we can't offer a space in the shelters today

    Places in our emergency night shelter are limited. What do you do while waiting for a place to open up?

  • The problem

    The problem

    Central London has some of the biggest statistical differences between the richest and poorest residents. Unfortunately, demand for our services shows no signs of abating.

  • Sleep Out 2017 biggest yet

    Sleep Out 2017 biggest yet

    We did it! Thanks to everyone involved, more people will find shelter this winter.

  • Our impact

    Our night shelters save lives, and our support programmes change lives.

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