SIFA FIRESIDE 

The funding will be used to deliver a series of cooking workshops for vulnerable households and homeless adults that are currently supported by SIFA Fireside. The project aims to develop cooking ....more

The funding will be used to deliver a series of cooking workshops for vulnerable households and homeless adults that are currently supported by SIFA Fireside. The project aims to develop cooking skills enabling healthier choices and improved confidence.

Flexible Support Fund (FSF) is a locally managed budget to supplement existing services and tailor support to the needs of individuals in the local area. The local budget is the responsibility of the ....more

Flexible Support Fund (FSF) is a locally managed budget to supplement existing services and tailor support to the needs of individuals in the local area. The local budget is the responsibility of the Service Leader. FSF awards are discretionary and aimed at improving a claimants job prospects, subject to eligibility.

Connected pathways: tackling modern slavery and homelessness in the West Midlands

Flexible Support Fund (FSF) is a locally managed budget to supplement existing services and tailor support to the needs of individuals in the local area. The local budget is the responsibility of the ....more

Flexible Support Fund (FSF) is a locally managed budget to supplement existing services and tailor support to the needs of individuals in the local area. The local budget is the responsibility of the Service Leader. FSF awards are discretionary and aimed at improving a claimants job prospects, subject to eligibility.

This grants scheme will enable organisations to provide practical support to vulnerable EU citizens to help them make their EU Settlement Scheme application by 30 June 2021 and continuing support ....more

This grants scheme will enable organisations to provide practical support to vulnerable EU citizens to help them make their EU Settlement Scheme application by 30 June 2021 and continuing support beyond this date. This support could be provided through a range of activities such as information giving, improving understanding of the scheme, provision of technology and direct assistance. It is essential that the support provided via the grants scheme leads to applications submitted to the Home Office. The grant scheme will ensure that the necessary support is available across the UK so that everyone who qualifies for the Scheme can complete the application process by 30 June 2021 and continuing support is available beyond this date.

Core Funding

"The fund aims to:1) To reduce closures of essential charities that provide essential services to vulnerable groups during the COVID-19 crisis by ensuring they have the financial resources to ....more

"The fund aims to:1) To reduce closures of essential charities that provide essential services to vulnerable groups during the COVID-19 crisis by ensuring they have the financial resources to operate, thereby reducing the burden on public services.2) To ensure essential services are provided to vulnerable people, both in the short and long term through increased community support through the work of charitable organisations."

Organisations supporting homelessness

We have moved temporarily to an outreach model of support for those that are most in need. Our services have been adapted to ensure clients stay connected, with an emphasis on getting rough sleepers ....more

We have moved temporarily to an outreach model of support for those that are most in need. Our services have been adapted to ensure clients stay connected, with an emphasis on getting rough sleepers into accommodation and ensuring everyone has access to food and mental health support

During these unprecedented times a lot of services for the homeless have closed, Sifa had to close their day service but they continue to provide critical services for some of the most vulnerable ....more

During these unprecedented times a lot of services for the homeless have closed, Sifa had to close their day service but they continue to provide critical services for some of the most vulnerable people in our society. In addition to what they have applied for they are providing food and mental health services. Their staff team are on an emergency rota and they are referring rough sleepers to emergency accommodation. They are also a referral agency for the citywide emergency food parcel service and are sending wellbeing packs to their clients. This is an increasingly challenging time for homeless people and all the support we can provide to Sifa Fireside will be well utilised.

Outreach costs as had to close centre

This grants scheme will enable organisations to provide practical support to vulnerable EU citizens to help them make their EU Settlement Scheme application by 30 June 2021 and continuing support ....more

This grants scheme will enable organisations to provide practical support to vulnerable EU citizens to help them make their EU Settlement Scheme application by 30 June 2021 and continuing support beyond this date. This support could be provided through a

The Voice of Homelessness

Our proposed project is to develop an integral organisational communications plan. We will appoint a Communications Lead on a part time basis to help us to develop our communication plan. Our plan ....more

Our proposed project is to develop an integral organisational communications plan. We will appoint a Communications Lead on a part time basis to help us to develop our communication plan. Our plan will help us to drive and communicate our vision and our core aims to prevent and reduce homelessness and help people to take back control of their lives. A dedicated Communications Lead will share our stories, successes, challenges and campaigns to raise the profile of our work enabling our CEO and other members of our Leadership team to actively contribute to our city’s strategic development around reducing homelessness, vulnerable housing and rough sleeping alongside ensuring our continued delivery. We are passionate about being significant contributors to homelessness prevention and reduction in the city, we have over 35 years’ experience in the city working with our client groups. Appointing a Communications lead to our team will streamline our communications to ensure consistent messages are communicated internally and externally to all stakeholders. Communications has been identified as a key strategic objective and it links to our organisational development plans helping us to increase fundraising appeals and develop committed giving products. It will help us engage with stakeholders including our clients; maximise our digital platforms; launch press programmes and develop our key messages linking directly to strategic objectives. Strengthening our infrastructure through clearer communications will improve and increase delivery outcomes for our clients: Increasing income, increased client engagement ensuring continued relevance and raised profile.

SIFA Fireside

towards three years' running costs of an organisation providing a range of support and advice for people who are homeless or vulnerably housed in Birmingham

We are an established provider of day services to homeless adults. The numbers seeking support has doubled in recent years: we now see approx. 150 people daily in Drop In centre where we provide hot ....more

We are an established provider of day services to homeless adults. The numbers seeking support has doubled in recent years: we now see approx. 150 people daily in Drop In centre where we provide hot meals, showers, and health clinics. Approx. 20 people each day wait for Shelter’s emergency accommodation appointments, often for several hours and sometimes in distress. We are seeking funding for a Support Worker, to engage with these clients at this time of crisis, to provide a listening ear, to ensure they are aware of the services available to help them beyond a referral to an emergency hostel, so they can return to us or other providers to access the help they need to avoid repeat homelessness.

supporting clients, many of whom have complex and multiple needs, to make the transition back to a more stable lifestyle and to avoid the revolving door of homelessness. The grant will fund salary ....more

supporting clients, many of whom have complex and multiple needs, to make the transition back to a more stable lifestyle and to avoid the revolving door of homelessness. The grant will fund salary costs of the Transition to Tenancy Worker and expenses.

This funding will support SIFA Fireside to continue supporting vulnerable and homeless adults in Birmingham. The project will provide a safe space in which to address social and psychological ....more

This funding will support SIFA Fireside to continue supporting vulnerable and homeless adults in Birmingham. The project will provide a safe space in which to address social and psychological wellbeing issues and offer skills development and pre-employment advice. This will include support to create CVs through to finding volunteering opportunities and work placements. The project aims to give people the support they need to lead more independent and healthier lives.

TACKLING HOMELESSNESS AND HEALTH INEQUAL; Housing and advice;

supporting clients, many of whom have complex and multiple needs, to make the transition back to a more stable lifestyle and to avoid the revolving door of homelessness. The grant will fund salary ....more

supporting clients, many of whom have complex and multiple needs, to make the transition back to a more stable lifestyle and to avoid the revolving door of homelessness. The grant will fund salary costs of the Transition to Tenancy Worker and expenses.

_x000B_The project will equip people with the core skills required to be ‘work ready’, offer individuals targeted help to find work placements, and to apply for and retain mainstream jobs. ....more

_x000B_The project will equip people with the core skills required to be ‘work ready’, offer individuals targeted help to find work placements, and to apply for and retain mainstream jobs. The project will include a holistic and customised approach that not only focuses on skills development but also on ongoing support for health and social issues as people try to maintain a more stable lifestyle._x000B__x000B_

SIFA Fireside Limited will help improve the health and well-being of homeless and vulnerably housed people in Birmingham who experience low life expectancy and long term physical and mental health ....more

SIFA Fireside Limited will help improve the health and well-being of homeless and vulnerably housed people in Birmingham who experience low life expectancy and long term physical and mental health issues. This scheme will help them to become more physically active, eat healthily on a budget, and improve their mental health and well-being through skills training, complementary therapies, physical activities, self care training and peer health support._x000B_