January 2026 Newsletter
What a way to start the year! We’re incredibly proud to share that we reached our £10k fundraising target with the Big Sleepout in January and raised awareness around homelessness. This event is a stark reminder of what some people face on a daily basis.
Our tree recycling project was also a huge success, and we enjoyed many senior days out, creating special moments, bringing people together, and continuing to build connection across our community, with so much more happening throughout the charity.
A huge thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered, and supported us this month. We truly couldn’t do it without you 💙 We’re already on with planning upcoming events with Replenish, creating a short film with Sam Teale, organising our next trip to Calais to support those seeking safety.
In January your donations allowed us to…
A Month Powered by Your Generosity
January a month filled with kindness and connection, and with your amazing support we were able to touch so many lives with creativity, comfort, and care. Here’s a look at what we achieved together:
- 325 homeless meals were handed out to people in Leeds
- 43 attendees joined our Monday Coffee & Craft Clubs – building friendships through creativity
- Supported 138 households with our social supermarket
- Hosted elderly days out for 14 people
- We supported the Just Helping Christmas Tree collection
- Handed out 27 crisis parcels to those in need
- 172 Community Warmth meals shared – warming both hearts and bellies
- We reached our target of £10,000 at the Bradford Bulls Sleepout
- 6 starter kits provided for new homes – helping people take their next step with dignity
Whether you gave time, money, skills or simply cheered us on, you’re a vital part of this journey. Thank you for standing with us.
Volunteer of the Month
Judy Willcock
We’re delighted to celebrate Judy Willcock as our Volunteer of the Month.
Judy is always there when we need her, especially when last-minute tasks need doing. She’s consistently on hand to help and brings such a positive attitude to everything she does.
Business of the Month
Bradford Bulls RLFC
We’re proud to name Bradford Bulls RLFC as our Business of the Month for hosting our annual Sleep Out in support of Focus4Hope.
The team have been incredibly supportive throughout, always on hand to help whenever needed and going above and beyond to make the event a success. Their commitment and enthusiasm have played a vital role in helping us raise much-needed funds.
We reached our goal of raising 10K at The Big Bradford Bulls Sleepout!
Could you donate your pre-loved prom outfits to Replenish?
Every child deserves to go to their prom and we want to help make that happen. Please support our prom project by donating anything you think would be suitable.
We are looking for: Dresses, Suits, Shoes, Bags and Accessories.
Please drop anything off at Replenish, 12 Huddersfield Road, Brighouse.
Thank you
Vote for Focus4Hope, Louise, and John for the Yorkshire Choice Awards!
We’d love your support!
We’re really proud to share that Focus4Hope and two incredible members of our team have been nominated in the Yorkshire Choice Awards, and we’d be so grateful for your vote.
⭐ Focus4Hope – Charitable Excellence Award
⭐ Louise – Inspirational Individual Award
⭐ John Gibbons – Volunteer of the Year Award
These nominations reflect the dedication, compassion and hard work that goes into supporting our community every day. Your support would mean a huge amount to us.
Voting closes on 1st March, so if you have a moment, please cast your vote and help us celebrate the impact of this amazing team.
Vote here: https://www.yorkshirechoiceawards.co.uk/vote
Thank you so much for being part of our journey and for your continued support.
Get involved in our senior day trips!
Attend or volunteer on one of our fantastic Senior Day Trips. We have some great trips planned January to April – museums, aquariums, theatre and pottery.
For any queries contact clemy@focus4hope.org
Can you support or attend one of our upcoming events?
Fortnightly Homeless Feeds
Even in summer, nights can be cold and unsafe. A sleeping bag offers warmth and comfort when there’s nowhere else to turn.
Want to help?
- Donate a sleeping bag
- Volunteer on a feed
- Sponsor a feed
Craft & Create Club
Making a Lasting Impact- Become a Regular Donor!
Are you a business looking to make a real difference in your community? By becoming a regular donor, you can help us provide essential support to those who need it most – month after month.
You choose the amount, and we’ll turn it into meaningful action:
£25 provides a crisis food parcel for someone in urgent need
£60 supports a family of four with a food parcel
£100 supplies vital essentials to someone facing homelessness
£250 funds a full home starter kit for someone moving into safe accommodation
No matter the size of your contribution, your support helps us bring hope, dignity, and relief to people across our community.
Ready to make a difference? Join our amazing network of business donors today and help us continue the work we do, together.
Get in touch to find out how you can become a regular donor.