Welcome Project Ilford

Behind every donation we distribute is a place where it can be safely stored and organised.

This month, we'd like to recognise Big Yellow Self Storage, Gants Hill for their continued support of the Welcome Centre. Their storage facilities help us manage the many food donations and essential items we receive, ensuring they are available when our clients need them most.

Strong community partnerships make our work possible, and we are grateful to have Big Yellow alongside us on this journey.

Appreciating Ongoing Support ..!

We’d like to take a moment this month to recognise the continued support from Big Yellow Self Storage, Gants Hill.

The space and security they provide quietly support so much of what we do — helping us store donations and keep essential items organised for our clients. It’s a support that truly makes a difference behind the scenes.

Thank you for being a consistent part of our journey and for supporting our community every step of the way.

We were delighted to welcome Nnenna Osuji, the new CEO of NHS North East London Integrated Care Board, to the Welcome Centre as part of her induction visit to Redbridge.

The Welcome Centre, is Day Centre that supports people who have experienced homelessness. The visit provided a valuable opportunity to showcase how we work in partnership with Redbridge Housing, One Health Lewisham(Nurse), SHP(Housing&Outreach), the DWP(Benifits), Ramfel(Immigration),BARKA(Reconnection project),Providence Row(Psychotheraphy) and VIA(Drug&Alcohol) to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our local homeless community.

During the visit, Sonia Lynch, Welcome Centre Manager, shared insights into the services and ongoing support provided to our clients. Ilir Mustafaj, Healthy Living Projects Manager, also presented an overview of the Healthy Living Project, how it began and the impact it has had on the homeless community to date.

A real highlight of the visit was seeing Dr Osuji engaging directly with clients—listening to their experiences and even enjoying a friendly game of table tennis with them.

We are incredibly proud of our team and partners, who work tirelessly to support those who have experienced homelessness and destitution within our community.
A special thank you to Carla Morgan (Head of Urgent & Emergency Care, Redbridge, NHS North East London) for organising the visit.

We were pleased to receive another generous donation from Shiloh Parish Church, including groceries, biscuits, tinned soups, cereals, pasta, and more for our clients.

Their ongoing support continues to make a real difference, helping us provide essential items to those who need them most. It’s always encouraging to see such consistent care and community spirit.

Thank you for standing with us and supporting our work.

As another month goes by, we want to take a moment to recognise the continued support from Big Yellow Self Storage, Gants Hill.

The storage space they provide plays a vital role in helping us manage donations and keep essential items ready for our clients. It’s a support we rely on every day, and it makes a real difference behind the scenes.

We’re truly grateful for this ongoing partnership and the impact it has on the work we do. 🙏✨

We were delighted to receive another generous donation from Emdad & team, who kindly provided fresh bread for our community once again.

Your ongoing support helps us continue serving our clients with care and dignity.

We were pleased to welcome SATSUNG Organization UK back to the Welcome Centre, where they generously prepared and served a wonderful lunch for our clients.

Their time, effort, and dedication created a moment of warmth and togetherness that was truly appreciated by everyone present. Gestures like these show how powerful community kindness can be in supporting those experiencing homelessness.

We would like to thank Big Yellow Self Storage, Gants Hill for their continued support in providing secure space for our groceries and essential supplies.

Reliable storage, 24/7 security, and a helpful team behind the scenes make a real difference to our work as a charity. Their ongoing partnership helps us stay organised and ready to support those experiencing homelessness.

We truly value this continued support — thank you for being part of our journey. 🙏

🧣💛 A Heartfelt Thank You 💛🧣

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the kind individual who generously donated mini blankets for our clients. Although we do not know your name, please know that your thoughtful gesture is truly appreciated.

💛📦 Thank You, Big Yellow Self Storage – Gants Hill 📦💛

We would like to express our sincere appreciation to Big Yellow Self Storage, Gants Hill, for their continued support in providing secure storage for our groceries and essential food items.

Having access to safe, well-managed storage with 24/7 security and a supportive reception team makes a significant difference to our operations as a charity. It allows us to organise donations efficiently and ensure they reach those who need them most.

Your ongoing partnership plays an important role in helping us serve our community with care and dignity. Thank you for standing alongside us.