Emmaus North East supports people to progress after homelessness. Learn more about our charity, our team and how we support people across our region.

From house clearances to getting involved with the wider community, we offer a wide range of services.

There are many ways you can support us, from volunteering to donating goods. Your support means that we get to carry on doing what we do best - helping those who need it most.

Hope after homelessness

Emmaus North East is an award-winning charity that offers a home and life-changing support to help people progress after homelessness.

About us

Discover our charity shops

Source good quality items, great bargains and unique finds at any of our Emmaus North East charity shops. Find store locations and our opening hours today.

Store details

Donate goods to change lives

We rely on donations of good quality furniture, household items, clothing and bric-a-brac to help sustain our charity. You can drop off items at our shops or request a free collection today.

Donate goods today

Costi's story

"Whenever you feel high, look down, appreciate what you have got in life, and see how different it could be. We really need to be grateful for the littlest things."

Sophie's story

"It’s such a relief to sleep in a proper bed and have the support I need. No matter what you’ve been through, Emmaus will help you on your journey to recovery."

Anna's story

"Now I have a bed to sleep in, a support worker who truly cares, and people who listen and make me feel safe."

Give your support to Emmaus North East...

Visit our shops

Find unique items and great value goods in our Emmaus charity shops.

Donate goods today

Gift your furniture and household items in support of Emmaus.

Sign up as a volunteer

Get involved as an Emmaus volunteer. View our current roles today.

Partner with us

Partner with Emmaus to make a lasting impact in our region.

Our community approach

Ending homelessness for good

At Emmaus North East, we’re more than just a charity – we’re a community. We provide a safe home, tailored support and a fresh start for people who have experienced homelessness. Watch our video to learn more about how we’re transforming lives through solidarity, support and second chances.

Support for people in County Durham

Single Homelessness Accommodation Programme (SHAP)

Launched in early 2025, the Single Homelessness Accommodation Programme (SHAP) is a three-year programme run in partnership with Durham County Council. SHAP aims to provide supported housing and reduce instances of rough sleeping among single adults experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

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Working together

Building sustainable futures

We’re working together to help the people we support and our surrounding communities towards more sustainable futures. From our community home to our charity shops, it’s a big team effort to reduce our negative impact on the environment. Emmaus North East is the proud recipient of the Investors in the Environment (iiE) Silver level accreditation.

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“Up until a year ago, I thought homelessness was someone else’s problem. But now, I’ll always make sure I can help someone as I know what it’s like. If someone’s struggling with homelessness, please approach a charity like Emmaus, there is help to be had.”

Billy, resident at Emmaus North East

“When I came into Emmaus, I decided to make changes in my life and focus on the future and now I’d like to continue to progress further within Emmaus, the only way is up for me!”

Erin, resident at Emmaus North East

“Here at Emmaus North East, I get to develop skills, and I have done training in things like warehousing, safety self awareness, fire safety and customer service. In the future, I am looking to do a translation course. I am really happy here and feel like this place is my home. The support I get is brilliant.”

Costi, resident at Emmaus North East

“It’s such a relief to sleep in a proper bed and have the support I need. No matter what you’ve been through, Emmaus will help you on your journey to recovery.”

Sophie, resident at Emmaus North East

“If someone was thinking about joining Emmaus, I’d say just go for it. There are loads of opportunities for people to learn things and get training in whatever they want. I’m really happy here, it’s a peaceful life.”

Tony, resident at Emmaus North East