Emmaus supports people to work their way out of homelessness.

Emmaus provides a home and meaningful work for as long as someone needs it.

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Our Stories

So many people have a great story to tell about how Emmaus has touched their lives. Whether they’re companions, staff, trustees or volunteers, these stories show the impact Emmaus can have.

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Alison & Jeremy's story

"I’m just really pleased that after all the years of thinking that I wanted to volunteer here, that it’s everything I thought it would be and more."

Alison's trustee story

"What I enjoy most about being a trustee is when I get to represent Emmaus Gloucestershire."

Andrew's story

"My favourite thing about volunteering at Emmaus Gloucestershire is the people."

Anthony's story

"I’ve always loved Emmaus from the first moment I experienced it. In the 1990s, I helped to set up Emmaus Greenwich and I now volunteer every Thursday at Emmaus Gloucestershire."

John's story

"Emmaus has been part of my life for a long time now and I love it."

Ben's story

"My life is now back on track."

Beth's story

In the early days, I was inspired by what we were doing at Emmaus and now, I’m totally committed to it."

Cher's story

"At my interview, I heard about Emmaus in more depth, and I thought just, wow it’s amazing. If I didn’t get the job, I would have applied to be a volunteer."

Dawn & Phil's story

"We’re proud to volunteer for Emmaus. I know that anyone volunteering for a charity is or should be proud, but this feels a bit different."

Dom's story

"My favourite thing about volunteering here is talking to people and the friends I’ve made."

Filipe's story

"Emmaus was like a hand pulling me out of a dark hole. I’m still here, I’m still breathing and I’m happy."

Gabriela, Soraya and Mario's story

"It filled us with satisfaction to be able to help the local community with what little we have."

Heidi’s story

"Managing a charity shop has always been my ideal dream job ever since I was a teenager."

Jill's story

"Emmaus is the most amazing place, volunteering here is almost like having a second family."

Kris's story

"The pandemic hit me and my business hard. Emmaus has given me the opportunity to get my feet back on the ground."

Leo's story

"When I was homeless, I thought I wouldn’t be able to find anywhere that would accept me as an LGBTQ+ person, but Emmaus Gloucestershire welcomed me without question."