We believe no-one should have to sleep rough in Cambridge

Jimmy’s is a community-based charity providing both support and housing to people who are rough sleeping.

 

Jimmy’s has been providing life saving support for 30 years in 2025!

Jimmy’s Cambridge is marking 30 years of service to the homeless community this year. Throughout 2025 you will hear from people who have been involved in Jimmy’s over the last 3 decades. We are also excited to bring you a number of new ways to get involved in this, a very special year.

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Support Jimmy's Harvest Appeal

At Jimmy’s Cambridge, we believe everyone deserves dignity, stability, and the chance to rebuild their lives. Our Harvest Appeal 2025 transforms your generosity into meals, shelter, and hope — providing the foundations people need for a brighter future.

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Jimmy's Christmas Carols

Join us for a magical evening of Christmas carols at the stunning Great St Mary’s, the University Church in the heart of Cambridge, The beautiful architecture and warm acoustics of Great St Mary’s will set the stage for an unforgettable night of festive music.

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How we help

Jimmy’s is my leg up. Just the fact that I have a roof over my head and a meal a day, that helps your future.

29 September 2025

Liam’s Journey: From Homelessness to Hope at Jimmy’s East Road

Liam has been living at Jimmy’s East Road shelter for nearly five months. Before that, he spent four months rough sleeping in car parks or wherever he could...

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23 September 2025

Marking World Homeless Day 2025 in Cambridge

On 10 October we will mark World Homeless Day, a day dedicated to lifting up the voices of people experiencing homelessness, raising awareness of systemic challenges, and coming...

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22 September 2025

Bullseye’s Journey to the BBC Make a Difference Awards

Jimmy’s CEO Natasha Davies and Deputy Team Leader Deborah were thrilled to represent Frank and his loyal dog Bullseye at the BBC Radio Cambridgeshire Make a Difference Awards...

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