Spare Change UK

04/04/2017

Rob is a great example of why you shouldn't stereotype Big Issue sellers. Life is a rollercoaster, everyone has their ups and downs. For Rob the Big Issue is a lifeline.

I've sold the magazine on and off since 1995. Since I left employment because of my illness. It helps me pay my bills and that. It also helps me with my illness, being out and about. I’ve always loved talking to people, and being at home, I would just focus on the pain.

06/03/2017

This is a great technology to help people who are facing homelessness!

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2016/aug/11/chatbot-lawyer-beat-parking-fines-helping-homeless-do-not-pay

25/11/2016

Thank you so much to everyone who came down and donated today!! We sold out! You managed to donate 67 items to homeless people in Sheffield! Amazing work

20/11/2016

You can help people on the streets of Sheffield this winter! Just put these numbers in your phone and call if you see someone in need.

*IMPORTANT* Due to the recent cold weather, we think it's extremely important that our supporters know what to do if they see someone sleeping rough and are concerned for their safety. During cold weather, Sheffield City Council offers emergency overnight accommodation (crash pad accommodation and accommodation in hostels) to any rough sleepers through Weather Watch, so the most important thing you can do is contact either of these two services:

Streetlink: Website http://www.streetlink.org.uk Phone 0300 500 0914
Housing Solutions: Out of hours number 0800 7311 689

Both of these services will connect to outreach teams, who are on duty to pick up rough sleepers and offer them Weather Watch accommodation. If you see someone in need of urgent medical attention, please call 999.

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18/11/2016

Turn Compassion Into Action, help Homeless people in Sheffield today. buff.ly/2g3Apny

16/11/2016

Great work from Party For The People!!

Thanks to ticket buyers on our site during October and the generous help of UK drinks brand Amigos, we're delighted to have raised £647.40 for our sleeping bag drive.

08/11/2016

It's great that this has been set up, giving people who are living on the streets somewhere to be as it is getting colder outside!

A CAMP for homeless people dubbed 'Tent City' has sprung up at Sheffield's infamous Park Hill flats development.

08/11/2016

It's already getting cold in Sheffield, a cup of coffee warms you up from the inside! Try buying one for someone who is living on the street.

01/11/2016

Spare Change is an online store where you can buy useful items and services for Homeless People in Sheffield. Visit www.sparechange.co to find out more!