As train drivers for the London Overground we see first hand the struggle the homeless of London face. So we decided we would give ourselves the ultimate challenge in order to raise money for the Whitechapel Mission, a homeless centre that has been helping bring dignity back to whoever walks through their doors.
Fundraising pageThe Whitechapel Mission have been helping the homeless since 1876, meeting the specific needs of each man and woman who walks through their doors. They offer: hot breakfasts and lunch, showers, clothing, hairdressing, optician, medical care, dentistry, befriending and advising on: night shelters, hostels, benefits, identification documents, form filling, debt counseling, entitlements, finding appropriate help. The Trustees of the Whitechapel Mission are proud to confirm they operate on a unique 100% donations policy. Every penny of every donation received is used strictly for charitable purposes.
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