About Roundabout Our Impact 2024
As we reflect on the last year, I am proud to share Roundabout’s Impact Report, which captures the progress we have made together in addressing youth homelessness in South Yorkshire. This year has been a testament to the resilience, commitment, and compassion of our staff, volunteers, and supporters.
At Roundabout, we understand that youth homelessness is more than just the absence of a safe place to sleep; it is the loss of security, hope, and opportunity. We are committed to ensuring that every young person who comes through our doors has the support they need to rebuild their lives. Through emergency accommodation, long-term housing, education, and life skills programs, we strive to create lasting change in the lives of young people facing homelessness.
This year also marks a significant milestone for us as we celebrated 10 years of our Prevention service in July. Through early intervention, advice, and support, this crucial service has supported thousands of young people over the past decade, helping them to avoid homelessness and giving them the tools to build brighter futures.
In 2024, we have seen unprecedented demand for our services, driven by the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and the lasting effects of the pandemic. Yet, despite these challenges, we have continued to expand our reach and deepen our impact. We have supported 1245 young people this year, offering not just a roof over their heads, but a pathway to independence and stability.
This year also saw the launch of the Roundabout Rose campaign, the largest campaign we have ever run, which truly embodies the heart of our mission. The steel roses, each symbolising the strength, resilience, and growth of the young people we support, have resonated with our community. It is a campaign that reflects the core of Roundabout’s work: empowering young people to overcome adversity and flourish. The success of this campaign has been a powerful reminder of the collective belief in our young people’s potential, and we are incredibly proud of what it represents.
Our partnerships with local councils, businesses, and other charities have been pivotal in this work, and we are incredibly grateful for the collaborative efforts that make our mission possible. As you read through this report, I hope you are inspired by the stories of the young people whose lives have been transformed by your generosity and support.
Thank you for standing with us in the fight to end youth homelessness. Together, we are building a future where every young person in South Yorkshire has a safe place to call home.
