We believe no-one should have to sleep rough in Cambridge

Jimmy’s is a community-based charity providing both support and housing to people who are rough sleeping.

 

Support Jimmy's this Harvest

We would like to ask for donations which will be used across our network of support, from our Emergency accommodation at Jimmy’s East Road through to residents we continue to support as they transition into their own homes.

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Behind the Scene Series: East Road

We are sitting down with some of our amazing staff to hear what actually happens at Jimmy’s; from the moment someone is referred to our assessment centre on East Road to a resident moving in to their own accommodation.

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Our History

Jimmy's begun life in 1995 as the city's first night shelter. We are now much more than this, as one of the most prominent organisations within the community supporting people who have been rough sleeping in the city.

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How we help

Jimmy’s is my leg up. Just the fact that I have a roof over my head and a meal a day, that helps your future.

27 August 2024

Overdose Awareness Day

Observed on August 31 every year, International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) seeks to create better understanding of what an overdose is and some of the reasons they happen,...

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14 August 2024

Cambridge Half Marathon 2025

2025 is a big year for Jimmy’s, and if you’re here that likely means you want it to be a big year for you too! We can’t wait...

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14 August 2024

Helping rough sleepers in hot weather!

As the summer weather continues, we want to highlight that high temperatures can pose a significant risk for people on the streets. The outcomes of these risks can...

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