Our trustees

Trustees, who are also directors of the company, give their time voluntarily and without remuneration. The trustee body brings considerable skill and experience in the areas vital to our operations: Night Shelter operations, Day Services, Finance, HR, Legal, Communications and Fundraising.

Brian Leathard (Chair of Trustees), rector of St Luke’s and Christ Church, Chelsea
Kate Coles, (treasurer) chartered accountant
Marie Green, qualified accountant and global human resources professional
Stacy Jansz, investment banking
Shuna Mason, solicitor
Rhona O'Shea, in-house employment counsel for global media company
Amanda Sheppard, FMCG marketing

Latest

Glass Door film launched

Film highlights values that have remained consistent since the charity's inception.
Annabel's Story

Before turning to Glass Door, Annabel suffered from postnatal depression and addiction. Now she's staying at the newly-opened Pret House.
Richard Boothroyd is cyling to give shelter

I am raising money to save and change the lives of people who are homeless, because nobody should have to sleep on the streets.
Tenancy Support Caseworker

Join our growing casework team and support guests who have moved into accommodation. Apply by 25 February.

DANIEL SMITH, caseworker

Glass Door is special because it is totally independent. This means we are able to pursue what is right. We can advocate for change and we can act in the best interests of our guests.
JOSEPH TUCKER, caseworker

The one thing I would like to change is the notion of ‘us’ vs ‘them’. I believe diversity adds spice to humanity and should be celebrated!
MICHELLE WILLSON, caseworker

I love hearing people’s stories and playing a part in changing someone's circumstances for the better.
PATRICIA CAZENAVE, caseworker

All my life I have been touched by other people's hard realities. No matter which country I was living in, there were always too many people not getting their share.
LUCY ABRAHAM, chief operating officer

No one individual has the whole answer. But by drawing on everyone's expertise, together we can make a positive difference in people's lives.
EMMA O'SHEA, community support and administration officer

Glass Door's values really resonate with me. I knew I wanted to help make a difference within their team.
AGNIESZKA NEPELSKA , caseworker

I know that dealing with the system can be frightening and overwhelming, so I decided to use my skills to help people who would otherwise have trouble on their own.
DENNIS SILKWOOD, fundraising manager

Seeing our staff and volunteers bring a sense of community to those who turn to Glass Door is a life-affirming experience. I look forward to sharing that message and getting to know the many individuals involved in supporting and enabling Glass Door's programs.
CAROLINE HILLAM, communications and administration officer

What motivates me is knowing that I’ve made a difference. Working in such a close team, you’re able to follow the progress of the people we help – and that is incredibly rewarding.
ALICIA FEETHAM, trusts and foundations manager

I’ve been really fortunate to see the impact of Glass Door’s work from different angles – as a volunteer, an overnight worker and as a member of the office team. I’m delighted now to be helping raise the vital funds we need to support those most in need.

Provide support where it's needed most

Bring someone out of the cold today. Sign up to give a regular or one-off donation and make a life-changing gift to someone who would otherwise be sleeping on the street. The amounts listed represent the cost of the services Glass Door provides. Please know that we will put donations to use wherever it is needed most. Read more

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