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Read the latest youth homelessness news, charity updates and service developments from Step by Step,

Zurich See How Their Support Transforms Young Lives

Zurich See How Their Support Transforms Young Lives

8 March 2024

The support of our corporate and community partners is essential in keeping our services running. We couldn’t support so many young people each year without them. So it was with great delight that we welcomed a team from the Zurich Community Trust..

Step by Step Golf Day 2026

Step by Step Golf Day 2026

20 July 2026

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Young Artists Inspire Brighter Futures

Young Artists Inspire Brighter Futures

1 February 2024

We were delighted to host a fantastic art exhibition on the 23rd of January at our Aldershot Foyer, which featured the incredible work of talented local art students.

Open Doors 2023 a Great Success

Open Doors 2023 a Great Success

15 January 2024

We are delighted to report that our Open Doors 2023 appeal raised over £53,000. This fantastic result is thanks to the generosity of our amazing supporters, including individuals, companies and community groups.

Gala Dinner a Resounding Success

Gala Dinner a Resounding Success

27 November 2023

We held our first ever Gala Dinner on Friday 24th November and it proved to be a resounding success. Taking place at the beautiful Elvetham Hotel in Fleet, the evening saw 100 guests gather to celebrate the work of Step by Step.

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Step by Step Services Achieve Ofsted Registration

Step by Step Services Achieve Ofsted Registration

14 November 2023

We are delighted to announce that our Foyer and Supported Lodgings accommodation services have passed Ofsted registration. This is a major achievement, helping to cement the future of services that hundreds of young people rely on each year.

Rent Guarantors: A Further Barrier to Independent Living

Rent Guarantors: A Further Barrier to Independent Living

3 November 2023

Young people already struggle to find affordable rental properties, escpecially when facing the challenges of homelessness. Now it appears the need to find a rent guarantor is adding another, insurmountable barrier.

Stevie's Story: Step by Step Saved My Life

Stevie's Story: Step by Step Saved My Life

25 October 2023

Stevie shares her story in this emotional video. She is starkly honest about what might have become of her if not for Step by Step.

Sleepers Brave the Cold to Raise Essential Funds

Sleepers Brave the Cold to Raise Essential Funds

16 October 2023

Sleep Out 2023 was a great success, with 65 participants giving up their beds for the night to raise funds and awareness for young people facing homelessness.

Introducing Step by Step Fostering

Introducing Step by Step Fostering

9 October 2023

We are delighted to announce the launch of Step by Step Fostering. This new company is an Independent Fostering Agency (IFA) that will operate in six counties across the South of England.

Nicola's Story: Realising a Dream

Nicola's Story: Realising a Dream

27 September 2023

“I was supported by Step by Step when I became homeless 15 years ago. Today, I am happily married, a proud parent and content in life. If it wasn’t for Step by Step, I don’t know what path I would have taken."

2022-23 Impact Report Now Available

2022-23 Impact Report Now Available

21 September 2023

We are proud to present our 2022-23 Impact Report. This gives a brief overview of our work and impact during the 2022-23 financial year. 

Mae Partridge Joins SWP Board

Mae Partridge Joins SWP Board

18 September 2023

Step by Step's Head of Foyers and Wellbeing Services, Mae Partridge, has joined the board of the Surrey Wellbeing Partnership.

Join Us for Sleep Out 2023

Join Us for Sleep Out 2023

5 September 2023

It’s back! Sleep Out 2023 takes place on Friday 13th October. Following on from the success of last year’s event, we are delighted to confirm that the Sleep Out will be taking place at Farnborough Business Park once again.

Young People Invited to Speak Out!

Young People Invited to Speak Out!

17 July 2023

We’ve launched a new initiative to help young people shape the direction of Step by Step. Speak Out! is a forum that meets once a month where young people give feedback on our services and talk about changes that would benefit them.

Housing Benefit Insufficient to Cover Housing Costs

Housing Benefit Insufficient to Cover Housing Costs

26 June 2023

The standard rate of housing benefit is too low to pay for even the most basic of rented rooms or flats. For most people on Universal Credit, the Local Housing Allowance (LHA) falls short of covering their rent.

Supported Lodgings Host Receives a Coronation Champions Award

Supported Lodgings Host Receives a Coronation Champions Award

17 May 2023

We’re excited to reveal that Supported Lodgings Host Debbie Cornell was a recent recipient of a Coronation Champions Award. This is an incredible honour, awarded to only 500 people across the country.