Single Homeless Project, London’s leading homelessness charity, has marked its 50th anniversary with the launch of a bold new five-year strategy, a co-produced vision and mission and the appointment of Meeta Luthra as its new Chair of Trustees.
Founded in 1975 by six Londoners determined to challenge the system and make their vision of a safe place to live for everyone a reality, Single Homeless Project now supports more than 10,000 Londoners every year. The charity’s new strategy sets out four pillars of change:
- Prevention, Intervention & Recovery – stopping homelessness before it starts and supporting people every step of the way.
- Health, Wellbeing & Opportunity – tackling health inequalities and providing opportunities for growth and stability.
- A Voice That Drives Change – turning frontline insight and evidence into policy influence.
- Strengthening Our Foundations – investing in housing, people and infrastructure to fuel long-term impact.
At its heart is a refreshed vision and mission, co-created with people across the Single Homeless Project community:
- ·Vision: “A future where everyone has a place to call home and the opportunity to grow and thrive.”
- Mission: “To prevent homelessness in London and empower people to rebuild and transform their futures.”
Speaking of the refreshed vision and mission, Liz Rutherfoord, CEO at Single Homeless Project said:
“Refreshing our vision and mission wasn’t about changing who we are. It was about finding the right words to reflect our spirit more clearly, and so that every person in our community feels they can own them. Because words carry power: they unite people, build trust, and spark change.”
Meeta Luthra, who brings over 25 years’ leadership experience across global businesses, government and the charity sector, has stepped into the role of Chair.
“Having lived in London for a long time, I’ve seen the rise in rough sleeping and the devastating impact of funding cuts. What drew me to Single Homeless Project is its client-first, tenacious spirit, seeing people as people, not problems. Over the next five years, I want us to be recognised as a leader in tackling homelessness in London, shaping best practice and influencing government policy.”
Liz Rutherfoord said:
“This is a defining moment for our charity. With our new strategy, a powerful vision and mission, and Meeta’s inspiring leadership, Single Homeless Project is ready to take its impact further. Together, we will show that homelessness is an experience, not a forever and with the right support, it can be ended.”
Meeta succeeds Jon Rosser, who served as Chair for six years. Paying tribute to Jon, Meeta said:
“Jon role-modelled Single Homeless Project’s values, championed diversity and inclusion, and played a pivotal role in crafting the strategy that will take us into the next 50 years.”
As the charity steps into its next 50 years, Single Homeless Project remains true to the determination of its founders: tenacious, client-first, and driven by the belief that lasting change is possible.
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