Make a donation
“I encourage everyone to support Spires - with whatever they can afford, large or small. Spires is such an important charity, operating at such a difficult time for so many.”
Donate to Spires’ AVIVA community fund
Until 31 January 2026, donations up to £250 made to Spires through the Aviva Community Fund will be instantly doubled at no extra cost to you. One gift, twice the impact.
Our goal is ambitious: £20,000. But our experience and the data shows the need is even greater.
Each year, the number of people facing homelessness in London increases. In Croydon, Lambeth, and Wandsworth, the number of people rough sleeping has increased by 41.4% since 2022.* Every day, Spires staff see this reality during our Rough Sleeper drop-ins, Women’s Space, and street outreach.
Spires supports people experiencing homelessness and poverty in south London to regain their confidence and independence so they can exit homelessness, and where possible avoid it all together. Through our different services, Spires offers tailored and non-judgemental support, practical essentials like sleeping bags and food parcels, and a safe space where dignity and autonomy matters (and arguably the best cup of tea in south London!).
Your donation will support:
People experiencing homelessness, including those rough sleeping or in temporary accommodation
Women engaged in survival/street-based sex work
Newly-granted refugees
Act now. Until 31 January, 2026, your donation will be doubled. Help us reach £20,000 and make twice the difference for those who need it most. Donate via Aviva Community Fund.
*Data from CHAIN. Comparison of Q2 (July-September) between 2022 and 2025.
Why your donation matters?
Homelessness in London is rising, with record numbers in recent years of those experiencing homelessness, heightening demand for our services in south London. Simultaneously, increasing costs challenge our ability to maintain services, along with a competitive environment in securing grants from trusts and foundations.
Your donations are crucial! They help us meet high demand and provide essential services to the homeless and disadvantaged. Donations go directly towards the running of our services, keeping our doors open and our services running for many years to come. Every contribution makes a difference to the lives of people experiencing homelessness and poverty in south London.
GIFT AID
Maximize the impact of your donation on homelessness by claiming Gift Aid. By claiming Gift Aid, Spires will receive an extra 25p from the UK Government for every pound you donate, provided you are a UK taxpayer, at no additional cost to you.
Kindly complete the form and send to us, to enhance your donation through Gift Aid. Providing these details allows us to claim Gift Aid on your behalf, maximizing your contribution's impact. For an in-depth explanation of Gift Aid, please watch this informative video - What is Gift Aid.
Give as you live
You can raise money to Spires through your everyday online shopping. Register for free and choose to support Spires as your charity. You’ll then help raise money to us through your online purchases!
Just Giving
If you would like, you can donate through our Just Giving page.
BANK TRANSFER
Or you can send us your donation via bank transfer. Our account details are:
Account Name: The Spires Centre
Sort Code: 60-20-39
Account Number: 34491988