Fresh Start is an Edinburgh-based charity that works directly with people who are moving on from homelessness, providing essential household goods and social support services to help them start a new chapter in their lives.
Many people moving into permanent accommodation after homelessness are faced with empty properties, limited financial resources and no support network. This forces them to choose between going without essentials or falling into debt that immediately threatens their ability to remain in permanent housing.
At Fresh Start, we meet them where they’re at, providing access to Starter Packs, White Goods, Fresh Rooms, a Community Pantry and much more. We also work to prevent poverty and homelessness before it happens, through social and mental wellbeing programs, as well as our innovative partnership program, NESSie.
Together with the community, we're working to end the cycle of homelessness, so that those living in poverty can find a fresh start with confidence and dignity.
Do you have items you want to donate?
Our warehouse is located at 22-24 Ferry Road Drive, Edinburgh EH4 4BR; donations can be delivered during the following times:
Monday - Thursday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 1:00pm
You can view a full list of accepted items here. If you’re unable to drop off donations during these times, please get in touch with us. We work with community organisations across Edinburgh who accept donations on our behalf, so we may be able to provide alternative drop off details for you.
Want to get involved in a different way?
Start here, or learn more about our services below.
