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Mariah's story: "I got home and the locks had been changed"

When her life changed in an instant, we were there to help

07 March, 2025

Real-life Stories

Michael's House: A legacy of love

At Porchlight we are continually humbled by the generosity of our supporters

13 February, 2025

Valentine's special: Garry and Claire are getting married

When Garry was homeless, he never could have imagined this fairytale ending

13 February, 2025

We have a new service that supports families experiencing poverty

It helps them address financial worries, housing issues, family relationship problems and more

31 January, 2025

Features | Other

Trial scheme to provide more financial support for people who are homeless

We’re one of 54 organisations involved in government’s Test & Learn programme

27 January, 2025

Real-life Stories

Volunteer translator Sylwia is changing lives

"Not being able to articulate your needs, especially when you’re homeless, would be awful"

20 January, 2025

Other

Have your say on the future of Kent's adult social care funding

Take part in Kent County Council's public consultation

20 November, 2024

Professionals | Other

More than 100 professionals join our poverty, health and housing inequality conference

Together, we're exploring solutions to the challenges people face

14 November, 2024

Press releases

Porchlight workforce consultation

08 November, 2024