“Women living on the streets in our city are at continuous risk of sexual exploitation and unthinkable violence, being kicked in the head whilst asleep, urinated on, having their possessions destroyed, stolen or set on fire. The work we do at Trevi is not just a lifeline; it’s a declaration that every woman deserves safety, dignity, and support. During The Big Give, your donation can have double the impact. Together, we can restore hope and dignity to women in desperate need.”
There’s no place like home… this Christmas
On Tuesday 3 December, Plymouth-based women’s charity Trevi will launch its Big Give Christmas Campaign with an ambitious goal to raise £40,000 in one week. This critical fundraising effort will support women and girls in Plymouth facing homelessness, abuse, and crisis, ensuring they receive life-changing therapeutic and practical services, and access to safe spaces.
Donations made before Tuesday 10 December during the Big Give period will be matched, meaning every pound donated will have double the impact. The match funding ensures that every act of generosity goes twice as far to help women and girls in need.
To inspire support for the campaign, Trevi has released an emotive new video which symbolises women on the streets as radiant, glowing lights. It also features real-life footage of Trevi’s dedicated outreach workers preparing to deliver life-changing assistance to women living on the streets of Plymouth. The message is clear: together, we can help women shine and prevent them from fading away.
A Season of Crisis for Many
While Christmas is a time of joy for many, for women facing homelessness, abuse, and isolation, it can be the most difficult time of year. Trevi’s campaign seeks to bring hope and safety to those in crisis during the festive season.
The UK’s current housing and cost-of-living crisis has disproportionately impacted women, with many of those experiencing homelessness having fled from domestic violence and abuse. Female homelessness has doubled in the past decade, and rough sleeping among women has risen by 27%, exposing them to heightened risks of violence, exploitation, and substance misuse.
Tragically, many women living on the streets face unimaginable dangers.
Trevi’s Vital Work in Plymouth
Trevi is at the forefront of providing compassionate, trauma-informed support to women in need. The charity offers a range of essential services, including:
- Blossom Women’s House: Safe, women-only accommodation for those with complex needs.
- Sunflower Women’s Centre: Plymouth’s only women’s centre, fostering connection and hope for women in the community.
- Street Outreach: Directly meeting women on the streets, providing immediate support and signposting to services.
Last year alone, over 1,000 women and children benefited from Trevi’s services, with 90% describing the charity as a lifeline.
Double the Impact During Big Give Week
From December 3 to December 10, 2024, donations made through the Big Give platform will be matched pound-for-pound. Even small contributions can have a huge impact:
- £5 becomes £10, providing a woman with a hygiene kit, warm clothes, and a food pack.
- £25 becomes £50, supporting one-to-one outreach work to help a woman leave the streets.
- £150 becomes £300, funding an evening of outreach to support multiple women with food, clothing, and access to services.
Be Part of the Change
Trevi is calling on the community to help raise £40,000 to ensure women in Plymouth have the opportunity to shine, even during their darkest times. Donations can be made through the Big Give platform: There’s no place like home…at Christmas.
Let’s help women shine this Christmas. Together, we can make a life-changing difference.
