Fundraising Ideas

Swim, cycle, parachute jump, climb a mountain, shave your head, organise an event - the only limit is your imagination! We’ve had people running marathons all over Europe, riding their bikes the length of the country, dressing up as Smurfs and we even had a lady in her mid 80s playing an organ for 14 hours non-stop!

If you know what you would like to do to support us please create a fundraising page here,where your friends family and colleagues can all support you and donate.

Or if your still looking for inspiration please find fundraising events that others are participating in for Barnabus on our fundraising events page.

If you have an idea you would like to share with us, please give Carol our Head of Fundraising a call on 0161 237 3223 or email [email protected] and we’ll do our best to support you.

Whatever you do, have fun and a huge thank you for choosing to help Barnabus. Together we can transform lives and without you, we wouldn’t be able to help as many people as we do.

Salford Dragon Boat Race

We’re proud to announce that Barnabus are the Salford Dragon Boat Festival chosen Charity for 2020! Another reason why we can’t wait to take to the water again this year. We really hope you will join in the fun and raise vital life changing funds to help people experiencing homelessness. Read more

Cheshire Kids Fun Duathlon

We encourage people of all ages to support us and this kid's Duathlon is the perfect opportunity for your children to take on a challenge and fundraise for those experiencing homelessness in Manchester. Read more

Gung-Ho! Manchester

Whether you're a veteran athlete or a first-time 5k runner, you'll find plenty of opportunity to show just how Gung-Ho! you really are and raise vital funds to help support rough sleepers to get off the streets into homes. Read more

The Stockport Sportive Cycle

Do you have what it takes to tackle the iconic snake pass in this challenge cycle sportive that takes you through the stunning peak district. Read more

Great Manchester Run

Set your self the personal goal of taking part in one of Europe's biggest 10km races and raising funds to change the lives of people without a home in our city. Read more

Big Brew

Pick a date and pop the kettle on for a fundraiser that’s everyone’s cup of tea Read more

Latest

RAF Shawbury Sleepout

In December one of our dedicated fundraisers Matt; a Flight Sergeant and Air Traffic Control Trainer at RAF Shawbury, organised a sleepout for his colleagues and friends to show solidarity and fundraise for those experiencing homelessness. He chose to support Barnabus and a local shelter in Shrewsbury with this sponsored event.

Helping the Homeless of Manchester

I wish to raise money for Barnabus, the charity helping the homeless of Manchester, and will be running the Berlin 25km as a symbol of my support.

Salford Dragon Boat Race

Barnabus Quiz Night 20th February, 2020

Hosted by the Famous Franky Brockett you can take part in teams of up to 6 people battling it out for prizes. It's just £10 a ticket and all funds raised will go toward supporting those experiencing homelessness back into a home through the work of Barnabus.

Volunteer for us

Barnabus relies on over 90 volunteers a week to open our doors and welcome people who need a friend. We have volunteers from all over Greater Manchester, as well as Cheshire and Lancashire, all age groups and all walks of life.

Homelessness in Manchester

If you’ve walked the streets of Manchester, you’ve almost certainly passed by a rough sleeper. In fact, you’ve probably noticed that there are more people living and sleeping out on the streets. In 2010, the official rough sleeper figure was 7. In 2018, it was 94. Unfortunately, we know that in reality, the number is much higher. Please read on to find out more about homelessness in our city.

Donate items

66% of the people we support sleep rough on the streets in all weathers, with others staying in emergency shelters, hostels or even sofa surfing. Donating food can help us serve hot meals, your unwanted clothes can keep our friends warm and dry, and unused toiletries, new: underwear and socks can help to make those who sleep rough feel human again.

Fundraising ideas

Swim, cycle, skydive, climb a mountain, shave your head, organise an event - the only limit is your imagination! We’ve had people running marathons all over Europe, riding their bikes the length of the country, dressing up as Smurfs and we even had a lady in her mid 80's playing an organ for 14 hours non-stop!

Our history

It all started in 1991 with one man, some sandwiches and a flask of hot coffee. Walking the streets of Manchester, our founder Peter Green could not believe that there were people on his doorstep who had nothing. So, with a little help from his Christian faith, he set out to do something. Luckily, Peter and his wife Beryl had plenty of love – and sandwiches – to share.

Drop in timetable

Our drop in centre is open every weekday between 10:30am till 9pm. Please find details of our activities and services in our timetable.

Our ethos

Barnabus is at heart a Christian charity. We want to share God’s love by giving hope and support to those who really need it. We believe that everybody has the right to live in their own home, the right to have friends and family who care, and the right to have a purpose in life. Most of all, we believe that everybody has a right to love.

I'm homeless and need help

Barnabus helps adults who are homeless – whether you’re living on the streets, in temporary accommodation or at risk of homelessness. If you have a family with dependents under the age of 18 or are under 18 yourself, we recommend that you contact your local authority immediately.

Street outreach

This is where the foundations of a new life are laid. Our Street Outreach teams go out in the evenings to meet rough sleepers and build relationships, encouraging them to come to our drop in centre, visit our Support Workers and our lovely Homeless Outreach Nurse Liz, who is based at the Urban Village Medical Centre.

How we're helping

The stress and anxiety people can suffer when they are homeless means they often feel afraid to reach out and taking that small step towards getting help can seem like a mammoth task. That’s why our team is there to help from the start, giving tailored support and advice every single step of the way.