Standing Tall is a charity that matches people experiencing homelessness in Birmingham into stable jobs and safe homes helping them to move away from the streets for good. 80% of the people helped are still off the streets and in the same job one year later!
At Reconnected, they do things differently. They don’t believe in stereotypes or labels. Everyone they work with is unique, with their own aspirations, skills and experience. Reconnected’s aim is to provide service with dignity to people that are homeless.
Kingfisher food bank provides emergency food parcels to people going through a crisis. offer a friendly chat, signpost clients to agencies and give information to improve the situation they have found themselves in.
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Throughout the month three new local causes seeking funding go live. During the forth week of the month LoveBrum members vote for their favourite.
At the end of the month, the winning cause is announced and they receive valuable funding, and 12 months business and marketing support.
The process starts again. Three new causes go live. Voting starts again. We’re one step closer to a better Birmingham.
Furbabies
Furbabies is all about removing an animal from a bad situation to a better one! The rescue was created in 2013 and operates within the Birmingham area to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome cats and kittens. They are a voluntary organisation that relies completely on the generosity of its followers.
Fur and Feathers
Fur and Feathers Animal Sanctuary was established in 2012 after founder, Lisa, had been rescuing stray cats, as well as those from RSPCA death row, for many years.
Shirley Horse and Pony Rescue
Shirley Horse and Pony Rescue was founded in 1986 and is a completely volunteer run organisation. Their mission is to rescue and rehabilitate horses, ponies and donkeys who are suffering, or at risk of suffering, abuse or neglect.
Pride House
Pride Sports is bringing Pride House to Birmingham, and works to challenge prejudice and discrimination against LGBTIQ+ people in sport. Ultimately, they want LGBTIQ+ to feel welcomed, valued, respected and supported to achieve their best in any sports or physical activity environment, from grassroots to performance sport, and work proactively and in partnership to achieve this.
Sol Cafe
Sol Cafe is a grassroots Pay As You Feel LGBTIQ+ sober community cafe and safe space. People can come have a substantial healthy vegan meal no matter their situations. Sol Cafe also offers workshops, socials, activities to support and help the community thrive.
Birmingham Blaze FC
Birmingham Blaze Football Club offers a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community to enjoy football. The main aim of the project is to make football more accessible for LGBTQ+ people.
Our Place Support
Our Place Support is a community organisation based in Sutton Coldfield offering advice and support services. They aim to help people make positive changes in their lives with mentoring for mental health and advice on welfare matters including benefits, housing and unemployment.
Suited for Success
Making a great first impression is vital for anyone attending a job interview. But for many unemployed men and women, not having the right support to prepare for a job interview can be a huge barrier. Suited for Success is based in central Birmingham and exists to help ensure no-one misses out on an opportunity to gain the dignity of employment for the want of interview skills and interview clothing.
Free At Last
Free At Last is a community driven organisation that focuses on the young people of Nechells. They are committed to providing a broad range of opportunities for all, including support, mentoring, counselling, and focusing on their mental and physical wellbeing.
