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The Shrewsbury Ark , the award-winning charity supporting homeless and vulnerable people, has confirmed it will remain open for the immediate future thanks to an exceptional wave of community support during its Winter Campaign. Launched in October last year, in just three months, the campaign raised over £250,000. This has been bolstered by an additional £50,000 in match funding from a generous benefactor, and it has enabled the charity to continue its vital services and stre

As many of us set New Year’s resolutions to get fitter and healthier , one inspiring supporter has already taken the plunge and committed to a major challenge for a cause close to his heart. Graeme Tunbridge  is training for the 2026 TCS London Marathon  in aid of The Ark , and his story shows how raising money for charity can go hand-in-hand with working toward a personal fitness goal. Graeme’s decision to sign up came during a festive family conversation last Christmas — an

When Paul (not his real name) first found himself without a home, it wasn’t something he ever imagined would happen.“It really started during COVID,” he explains. “The lockdowns practically ruined my business, then I had a relationship breakdown, and my mental health took a big hit. By the end of COVID, I was kicked out of where I was living after falling out with my landlord. That’s where my homelessness started.” Paul was first placed in a hotel, but that temporary fix didn

The Ark, Shrewsbury’s award-winning charity providing vital day-centre services to homeless and vulnerable people, has announced a significant boost to its ‘Save the Ark’ Winter Campaign; thanks to an anonymous donor offering a pound-for-pound match funding, every donation given will be doubled, up to a total of £50,000. Anton Goodwin, The Ark’s Charity Director, says: “This is an incredible philanthropic gift, and we are forever indebted to our anonymous donor’s generosity.

When Charlie first came to The Ark in August, he was 19 and living in a tent in Shrewsbury. He’d lost his job, his confidence, and very nearly his hope. “I was terrified to come into the Ark,” Charlie says. “I thought it would be embarrassing — being a young lad and asking for help. But from the moment I walked in, everyone was so welcoming. I felt at home straight away.” At The Ark, Charlie found more than just a safe space. He found people who believed in him. Staff helped

Outstanding trusteeship recognised in Trustees’ Week 3-7 November 2025

Independent homeless charity, the Shrewsbury Ark, has received support for its fundraising campaign from Shrewsbury-based CMYUK and long-time customer Hollywood Monster. CMYUK, which has its demonstration and training facility in Shrewsbury, has pledged a donation to support the Shrewsbury Ark, the town’s leading homelessness charity, in response to its appeal for local business contribution.     The Shrewsbury Ark recently launched a fundraising campaign to help cover rising

Charity launches urgent appeal to save vital homeless day centre

At 40 years old, Sarah never imagined she would be living in a tent in the woods near Shrewsbury town centre. But after a series of devastating health issues that left her with an addiction to prescription medication, a relationship breakdown, and the loss of her home, she has found herself fighting for survival — both physically and mentally. “I’m in a tent on my own,” she says quietly. “There are three other tents near me, all occupied by men who use drugs and drink heavil

A veteran's poetry captures his experiences, including his time with us at The Ark.

Launch of the Ark’s impact report 1 July 2024 – 30 June 2025

"I fell out with my girlfriend and had to move out. I didn’t have anywhere to go. I stayed with my mum for a short while, but there wasn’t space for me to stay indefinitely, so I became homeless about two weeks ago."

"I didn’t expect someone to tell me that having a safe place to lie down helped them step back from suicide."

Health services delivered in the Ark are saving the NHS in the long run an average of £12k per person.

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Whether its politics or football, or discussing life's challenges, we have some really interesting conversations at the Ark. This one...

There has often been some confusion about whether the Ark provides overnight accommodation in the town, and to clarify, the answer is no....