For ten men connected to Glasgow City Mission, a few days on the Isle of Tiree offered far more than a change of scenery. Away from the pressures of daily life, they found friendship, encouragement and space to rest, reflect and grow together. Read how this generous gift created memories that will last long after the journey home.
Betty started volunteering at Glasgow City Mission after someone dear to her changed his life, with the support of our team. This person had been struggling with addiction, and felt he had hit a crisis [...]
Maureen’s passion for supporting people experiencing homelessness, poverty, addiction and isolation ignited when she mentored a local couple experiencing these issues in another voluntary role. Maureen met the couple regularly, got to know them as [...]
When Ruth joined Glasgow City Mission, she chose to put her faith into action. She had recently retired and wanted to find a meaningful way to use the time she had now been blessed with. [...]
Alison’s dedication to supporting people experiencing homelessness has spanned many winters, evolving with the needs of the community and deepening her commitment to building trusting, transformative relationships. In her current role as a Housing Settlement Officer, she values the time she now has to walk alongside individuals, helping them move from fear and isolation toward stability and hope.
Eileen took on the Zip Slide the Clyde as a bold personal challenge, raising over £2,000 to support the individuals she’s come to know through her volunteering at Glasgow City Mission. Her courage, both on the zip line and in building meaningful relationships with guests at our Drop-ins and Women’s Group, reflects her deep commitment to creating lasting change in the community.
Fifteen weeks into our 24/25 Winter Project, Angela shares her experience of supporting individuals experiencing homelessness as a Housing Settlement Officer.
Last summer we were inspired by Megan, one of our extraordinary volunteers, who took on the challenge of a 23-mile sponsored walk to raise funds for Glasgow City Mission. Alongside two friends, she undertook a [...]
Discover how the Recovery Church is transforming lives by uniting individuals on diverse paths of healing, from addiction to destructive habits, through a welcoming community rooted in faith and shared experience. This inspiring initiative, supported by Glasgow City Mission and local organisations, offers hope, compassion, and a lifelong support system for anyone seeking recovery and renewal.
We have now completed five weeks of our 2024/25 Winter Project. Read the thoughts of one of our six Housing Settlement Officers, Lauryn, as the team supports individuals at risk of rough sleeping and trapped in hostels.