Sport Project

We believe everyone deserves equal access to physical activity and sport.

Our Sport Project has proven that by introducing regular physical activity and sport into the lives of those at risk of or experiencing homelessness, we can dramatically improve their quality of life.

Physical Activity For All

Our physical activity for all initiative provides you with the information you need to introduce physical activity and sport into your offer Read more

About the Project

Our Sport Project is a recognised and evidenced model of good practice for the benefits of physical activity in improving peoples’ physical and mental health, social relationships and overall quality of life. Read more

Our films

Take a look at some of our incredible films, showcasing the work of the project. Read more

Get involved

Would you like to partner with us? Donate some equipment? Refer a client? Click here to do so! Read more

Our Funders

We couldn't do much of our ground-breaking work without the support of Sport England, KRR, LHF and multiple other partner organisation. Read more

Research & Evaluation

Our Sport Project has shown major health gains among people with a history of homelessness; a section of the population that mainstream health and sports services have struggled to reach. Read more

Latest

Victor's story

Victor has used the support of Single Homeless Project to help him build a career in personal training and bodybuilding. With this help, he's proved that your past doesn't define you.
How much does it cost to run the Royal Parks Half Marathon?

Every year the Royal Parks Half Marathon holds a free ballot, which if you are lucky enough costs £59 to secure your place.
Why is it hard for someone who is homeless to get a job?

Getting a job is hard. But, for people who are homeless, it is far more difficult since there are significant structural barriers in their way. We dig into what these are and what we are doing to address them.
A Survivor Speaks: A Story of Domestic Abuse, Opening Up and Getting Support

From having someone there to listen and show there are other options, to not being judged or pushed into speaking out, a survivor shares their experience of support and highlights the importance of support.

When will the results of the London Marathon 2022 ballot be announced?

There is a free public ballot for the 2022 event and the results will be announced on Monday 14th March. But fear not, if you are unsuccessful you can always grab a charity space with Single Homeless Project. Every pound you raise will ensure that Londoners experiencing homelessness get the support they deserve.
Map of our services

Use our interactive map to see where we work on the ground
Our mission, vision & values

Our mission, vision and values inspire and challenge us as an organisation.
How we transform lives

Each day our work restores hope to homeless and vulnerable people with nowhere else to turn.
Volunteer vacancies

Could you volunteer your time, skills and talents to help homeless and vulnerable people to transform their lives?
Supported accommodation

Our hostels and supported housing are a lifeline for homeless people who are at a point in their lives where they would struggle to live independently.
Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE)

The people we work with often have complex psychological and emotional needs. To address this, we use an approach known as PIE.
Our history

Single Homeless Project was founded by a group of homeless people in the mid-1970s. Today, 40 years on, we still try to look at the world through our clients’ eyes.
A homelessness crisis

Homelessness has no place in 21st century London – yet we are in the grip of a homeless crisis.
In from the cold: how to help rough sleepers this winter

With rough sleeping in London on the rise, it’s easy to feel helpless – but you can make a difference.

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