Emmaus Preston supports people to work their way out of homelessness
You can make a difference by donating, volunteering or visiting one of our shops.
Learn about some of the people who have made Emmaus Preston their home and individuals who support our charity.
"For me Emmaus is about ending homelessness, but more than that, it’s about joining the working world. "
“Volunteering is satisfying and it gives you a good feeling that you’re helping give someone a better life. So many people who are supported by Emmaus Preston go on to better things.”
"If you can do something, do something for Emmaus, as whatever you do or give it won’t be wasted and I promise it will make a real difference to peoples lives."
"To people like me, think, your future self is depending on you now."
"Emmaus gets people who have been homeless off to a good start by building routines back into working lives and helping people move on after that."
"I already knew everyone so it was nice to move in. I feel safe here."
"Emmaus has changed my life really. I wouldn’t be where I am now, with my kids, without this place."
"If I wasn’t offered this place at Emmaus it would’ve been a real struggle."
"I wasn’t living rough for too long though and thankfully I met the staff at Emmaus."
"I love seeing the change in companions as they settle in, working and having that belief and confidence building."
"I’m grateful for what Emmaus has done for me – it helped me a lot and I’ve met a lot of good friends."
"My confidence has gone way way higher than it was when I started. I’m happy at the minute."
"I realised how nice everyone was and that they all worked together and helped each other out."
