Welcome to Ealing Churches Winter Night Shelter

Matthew 25:35 “I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me.”

Why we are needed

The number of people in London who find themselves no longer living in their home is reaching unprecedented levels, as the cost-of-living crisis and the continual economic situation continues to cripple many. The London Borough of Ealing has the 4th highest level of rough sleepers across the Capital with 563 people were reported to be sleeping rough on Ealing’s Streets in 2022/23. This is not acceptable.

Our impact on the wider community

Besides alleviating some of the problems of homelessness, ECWNS has a wider impact on the community through the extensive network of volunteers. Over 200 friends and neighbours of ECWNS volunteer their time and resources to provide for homeless people in our area. This has been an immensely positive experience for many volunteers who are given the opportunity to work together for a greater cause. The network of volunteers at ECWNS has truly given proof to the saying, “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts”.

About Us

Ealing Churches Winter Night Shelter (ECWNS) is run by an ecumenical coalition of churches within the London Borough of Ealing. It first opened in January 2011. We are a registered charity (No. 1152768). Read our latest Annual Report and watch our video (11 mins) on Our Story page to find out more about us.

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