The Cambridge Building Society has strengthened its partnership with homelessness charity Jimmy’s Cambridge by providing a £10,000 grant to fund a dedicated support worker.
The funding will support people moving from temporary accommodation into more stable housing, with the support worker providing one-to-one guidance to help residents transition into independent living.
Working closely with individuals at Jimmy’s Cambridge, the support worker will identify those ready to take the next step and offer tailored support designed to improve the chances of sustaining a tenancy and building long-term independence.
Katie Robinson, community engagement specialist at The Cambridge, said: “Jimmy’s Cambridge does incredible work supporting people at some of the most challenging points in their lives. While securing accommodation is a huge milestone, maintaining it and building confidence for the future often requires ongoing, practical support.
“This grant builds on our existing partnership with the charity and reflects a shared commitment to helping people create more secure and independent futures. By funding a dedicated support worker, we hope to help remove barriers and provide the support people need to move forward with confidence.”
The grant has been awarded through The Cambridge’s Community Fund and builds on a long-standing relationship between the mutual and the charity, which provides accommodation and support services for people experiencing homelessness in Cambridge.
Jimmy’s Cambridge works with residents to help them maintain tenancies and develop the skills and confidence needed to live independently.
Camille Gauthier-Frigon (pictured), corporate fundraiser at Jimmy’s Cambridge, said: “The Cambridge has been a valued partner for Jimmy’s for a number of years, not only through its financial support but through the genuine commitment its colleagues show to our work.
“From volunteering at fundraising events to supporting initiatives like the Christmas Giving Tree, they consistently demonstrate their support for Jimmy’s and for people experiencing homelessness in our shared community.
“This latest grant will help part fund a dedicated, professional and qualified support worker to guide people from short term emergency accommodation into longer term housing.
“That personalised support makes all the difference, giving individuals the confidence and practical help they need to build a more independent future.
“Long-term partnerships like this allow us to create lasting impact and continue providing life-changing support to those who need it most.”
Applications for the next round of The Cambridge Building Society’s Community Fund will open on 1 August. The fund awards grants of up to £20,000 to charities, community groups and organisations operating within a 15-mile radius of the society’s branch and store network.
