CRASH supports projects throughout the UK.
Thanks to the continued support and generosity of companies within the construction and property sector, in the last year alone CRASH has been able to help over 80 projects by providing professional advice, supplying some materials free of charge, and awarding cash grants.
The result of this generosity and practical sharing of materials and skills means that much needed renovation and development of hostels, day centres, training centres and night shelters can be carried out to a far higher standard than would otherwise be possible, providing a safe and welcoming refuge for people in need.
If you are a frontline homelessness agency based in the UK and would like further information on how to apply for help from CRASH, please visit our Apply for Help pages or contact our Projects Administrator Nicola Baskerville.
Please see our Case Studies section (immediately below) for detailed information on three projects that are currently receiving hep from CRASH.
Please see our Projects helped by CRASH section (further down the page) for information on all projects that received help from CRASH in 2008.


The Pilsdon Community seeks to provide an environment where people can rebuild their lives after experiencing a crisis.
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Provides support, rehabilitation & training services to people facing problems of homelessness, alcohol, drugs, poverty or social isolation.
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The Booth Centre is an activities and advice based day centre in Manchester which enables homeless people to rebuild their lives.
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Advocates for the homeless
Advocates for the homeless, London, South East
- Project type:
- Hostel
- Help needed:
- Refurbishment of first floor
Advocates for the Homeless operates a construction training project for homeless people
The Amber Foundation
Ashley Court, Devon, South West
- Project type:
- Hostel
- Help needed:
- Refurbishment of bedrooms, bathrooms and living area
The Amber Foundation aims to help homeless, unemployed people aged 17 – 30 years, gain the motivation, confidence and skills needed to find direction in life, employment and stable accommodation.
Bognor Housing Trust
Bognor Housing Trust, Bognor Regis, South East
- Project type:
- Hostel
- Help needed:
- Provision of a new boiler
Bognor Housing Trust offers short-term supported accommodation to single homeless people with particular needs, such as ex-offenders and others who require rehabilitation care to enable them to eventually live independently in the community.
Bognor Housing Trust
Cornerways, Bognor Regis, South East
- Project type:
- Hostel
- Help needed:
- Refurbishment of carpeting and flooring
Bognor Housing Trust offers short-term supported accommodation to single homeless people with particular needs, such as ex-offenders and others who require rehabilitation care to enable them to eventually live independently in the community.
Branches
Branches, London, South East
- Project type:
- Hostel & Day Centre
- Help needed:
- Refurbishment and partitioning of rooms
Branches provides a comprehensive 24 hour service to homeless men and women in North London.
The Canaan Trust
Jordan House, Nottingham, Midlands
- Project type:
- Hostel
- Help needed:
- Refurbishment of training suite
The Canaan Trust helps homeless people by providing them with accommodation, living skills and career education through the input of local colleges and training establishments.
Caring for Life
Caring for Life, Leeds, North East
- Project type:
- Day Centre & Training
- Help needed:
- Development of Adult Learning and Arts Centre
Caring for Life offers accommodation for extremely vulnerable men and women in Leeds, as well as day centre facilities at Crag Farm
Catholic Children's Rescue Society
Maryvale Supported Accommodation, Blackburn, North West
- Project type:
- Hostel
- Help needed:
- Replacement of windows
Maryvale provides supported accommodation for homeless teenage parents and pregnant young women.
Cedar Housing
Trent Vineyard, Nottingham, Midlands
- Project type:
- Hostel
- Help needed:
- Refurbishment of building
Cedar Housing is a Nottingham based charity established as a practical and support services for homeless and vulnerable people
Centrepoint
Berwick Street, London, South East
- Project type:
- Hostel
- Help needed:
- Refurbishment of 16 bed hostel
Berwick Street provides accommodation and support to young single homeless people aged 16-21 who are vulnerable and at risk and who have low-medium support needs.





