Tag: Simon on the Streets

Leeds prisoners rally together to support homelessness charity

Stuart Mitchell

Inmates at HMP Leeds have come together to raise funds and food for a local homelessness charity, which has helped to feed 50 rough sleepers across the city. Simon on the Streets, a West Yorkshire homelessness charity, was contacted last December by inmates who wanted to make a difference and fundraise from inside prison. Joe Outlaw, who is currently residing in HMP Leeds, wrote a letter to the charity about a Christmas jumper competition and how the proceeds from this would go towards helping the homeless.  The inmates organised the…

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Hat-trick of corporate supporters latest to back homelessness charity

Stuart Mitchell

A West Yorkshire homelessness charity has signed up three supporters to its corporate partnership scheme. Simon on the Streets welcomed Leeds-based IT support firm, Everon and Huddersfield-based Inspired Kitchens to its 5 for 5 scheme at the end of 2020 with the charity’s newest member, Leeds-based independent bottlers, Peg Whisky joining soon after. During lockdown, Simon on the Streets switched its face-to-face meetings to virtual video gatherings which saw an increased attendance of 50%. The charity has continued to host monthly networking events for its corporate partners, creating a space…

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Keep Leeds Warm: Awesome Merchandise launches campaign to support local homeless charity

Stuart Mitchell

The Leeds-based printing company, Awesome Merchandise, is launching a campaign to raise £50k to support local homeless charity, Simon on the Streets, after fearing the threat of closure due to the impact of the pandemic.  To hit the target, Awesome Merchandise is introducing a number of initiatives throughout November and December, including the launch of a dedicated online shop with a specially designed merchandise range – with all proceeds from every item purchased going to Simon on the Streets. In addition, Awesome Merchandise will donate 10% of profits from any…

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