Stonewall Housing

Stonewall Housing is a UK charity focused solely on housing support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) people. They help LGBT people of all ages who face discrimination, homelessness, domestic abuse, or unsuitable housing. Their services include helplines, supported housing for young people, floating support for adults, and specialist help for older people, domestic abuse survivors, refugees and asylum seekers.
In 2014–15, they supported over 1,300 people and helped house 93 rough sleepers in London. They also run national networks to improve support for older LGBT people and domestic abuse survivors and train professionals across the UK to better meet LGBT housing needs.
Stonewall Housing pushes for systemic change by working with councils, charities, and health and housing providers to make services safer and more inclusive. They offer practical advice, emotional support, help with finding housing, and access to education and employment support.
They are funded by a mix of local authorities, grants, donations, and income from training. Despite funding cuts, they have grown their income and expanded their services. Their work is evaluated regularly, with over 95% of clients recommending their services.
Their social impact is clear: most clients improve their housing situation, health, income, and ability to live independently. Many say the charity’s support was lifesaving. They are now exploring ways to expand their model to other UK cities and share lessons internationally.
Stonewall Housing stands out for tackling a wide range of housing issues affecting LGBT people and for making long-term change in how services across the UK understand and support LGBT communities.