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Home for now,
hope for the future.

Contact is a supportive home helping young women in Manchester move past the ‘what now?’ of homelessness into what’s next for a better life.

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Supporter spotlight: Kirsty takes on the London Marathon for ContactFundraising

Supporter spotlight: Kirsty takes on the London Marathon for Contact

We are incredibly proud of our supporter Kirsty, who recently took on the London Marathon in support of Contact and raised an amazing £1,110 for our work with vulnerable young women. Kirsty’s…
07.05.26
“It Becomes Something Really Special” : Liv Shares Why She Gives MonthlyFundraising

“It Becomes Something Really Special” : Liv Shares Why She Gives Monthly

For just £5 per month, you can make a life-changing difference for the young women served by Contact Hostel in Manchester. Since 1970, Contact Hostel has been a safe haven for vulnerable…
19.03.26
Jade’s StoryStories

Jade’s Story

When Jade* arrived at Contact, she was 16 and home no longer felt like home. Her relationship with her mum had broken down after her mum’s new partner moved in, and things…
18.03.26

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Jade’s StoryStories

Jade’s Story

When Jade* arrived at Contact, she was 16 and home no longer felt like home. Her relationship with her mum had broken down after her mum’s new partner moved in, and things…
18.03.26
Anya’s StoryStories

Anya’s Story

Anya came to Contact when she was 17. At a time of significant change in her life, we were able to offer her the stability she needed to complete her studies and…
19.11.25
Supporting Zoe on Her Journey to a Legal CareerStories

Supporting Zoe on Her Journey to a Legal Career

Zoe* arrived at Contact Hostel when she was 17 after she found herself without a safe place to stay. Without a stable home environment, she struggled to find a quiet place to…
02.04.25