Fundraising events

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

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

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

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

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

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. Read more

Barnabus Big Brew

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

Latest

Sorry were closed on Friday morning - 17/01/2020

Due to staff training we will unfortunately be closed on Friday morning - 17/01/2020

Salford Dragon Boat Race

Barnabus Quiz Night 20th February, 2020

Cheshire Kids Fun Duathlon

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.

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.

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.

ReNu upcycling furniture project

Beautifully upcycled furniture for your home, from someone without one. Our upcycling project is all about upskilling our friends to empower them back into work.