Step up, Safe Space
Part of the Milford on Sea charitable trust Charity registration number 1172750
Our annual impact
Supporting our community
We are proud to share the scale of support we have delivered over the past year. Our work is a direct response to the increasing needs within our community, focused on providing essential aid with dignity and care.
The Numbers Behind Our Mission
The following table highlights the critical support provided over the last 12 months:
Emergency Food
Over 300 food bank referrals, ensuring no family goes hungry in a crisis.
Warmth & Energy
Approximately 65 fuel referrals, helping residents stay warm and safe.
School Success
Over 350 items of free/donated school uniform and 27 full stationery sets provided to local students, removing barriers to education.
Basic Essentials
Attended 100+ events and hubs providing free or low-cost toiletries, clothing, and small household items to many families.
Home & Dignity
Facilitated 3 white goods referrals and several referrals for larger furniture, alongside distributing 15 reusable sanitary packs.
Special Occasions & Joy
Provided 20+ Prom outfits and distributed seasonal joy through approx. 200 Christmas gifts, 40 sets of PJs/jumpers, and 200 Easter eggs.
Hospital Outreach
Extended our compassion by donating Christmas gifts to the Oncology Ward at UHS Southampton and the Snowdon Ward at Western Community Hospital.
This substantial work is only possible thanks to the volunteers who staff our events and the generous individuals and businesses who donate funds and essential items. We remain committed to growing this level of support in the year ahead.
Empowering Community Through Reuse
Providing essentials to those in need with love and care for our environment.
Helping families, changing lives.
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Empowering Community Through Generosity
Step Up Safe Space is a charitable community group dedicated to providing essential items to those in need while promoting reuse and recycling for a sustainable future. Part of the Milford on Sea charitable trust Charity registration number 1172750. We have an amazon wish list of most needed items.
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Community Support Services
Providing essential items to those in need while promoting reuse and recycling within our community.
Clothing Donations
We accept clothing donations to help individuals and families in need within our community.
Toiletries Assistance
Offering toiletries to support those facing hardships, ensuring everyone has access to basic hygiene products.
We provide baby items to families in need, helping them care for their little ones effectively.
Baby Items
Community Support Services
Providing essential items to those in need while promoting reuse and recycling within our community.
Clothing Donations
We accept clothing donations to help individuals and families in need within our community.
Toiletries Assistance
Offering toiletries to support those facing hardships, ensuring everyone has access to basic hygiene products.
We provide baby items to families in need, helping them care for their little ones effectively.
Baby Items
Community Support
Providing essentials for those in need through recycling and sharing.
SUSS has been a lifesaver for my family. Their support truly makes a difference in our lives.
I love how Step Up promotes recycling while helping those in need. It's a wonderful community initiative.
