Here for York –
Supporting People, Tackling Poverty and Homelessness since 1988
Peasholme Charity is a Registered Charity in York
About us
Since 1988, Peasholme Charity has been at the heart of York’s response to poverty, homelessness, and social exclusion.
We believe in working with individuals, not for them – providing guidance, support, and the tools they need to build more secure and independent lives.
Whether someone is facing a short-term crisis or seeking longer-term support, we offer a space to be heard, advice that makes a difference, and help navigating systems that can often feel overwhelming.
Our goal is not to just give quick fixes, but to help people find lasting change, on their own terms, in their own time.
We’re proud to be a part of the community we serve – rooted in local knowledge, shaped by experience, and guided by compassion.
What We Do
Peasholme Charity runs two key projects that offer support across York and surrounding areas:
My Money, My Life (MMML) and the Community Advice Service (CAS)
Each one is grounded in our belief that people are capable, resilient, and deserve support that respects their autonomy
My Money, My Life (MMML)
Managing money can be tough, especially when life throws the unexpected at you. Whether it’s sudden job loss, illness, rising costs, or benefit delays, financial stress can take a huge toll.
Our My Money, My Life project offers one-to-one financial capability coaching for people aged 18+ in York and the surrounding area who are struggling with the cost of living and require budgeting advice and support.
Community Advice Service (CAS)
Our Community Advice Service is often the first point of contact for individuals in crisis. Delivered in partnership with York Foodbank, this service provides immediate, practical support to those facing hardship. We assist with accessing benefits, budgeting, and offer support for overwhelming administrative tasks. Additionally, we are sometimes able to provide interim support through foodbank vouchers and referrals to other services.
Testimonials
Real Lives, Real Change
Get Involved
Peasholme Charity is a small, independent organisation, and we rely on the generosity of our community to keep our doors open and our services free.
Donate
Your donation makes a direct difference.
Every pound you give helps us provide practical and timely support to people in York. We don’t receive large national funding, so your donation truly makes a difference.
Partner with Us
Work together for greater impact.
If you’re an organisation looking to collaborate, we’d love to hear from you. We work closely with services across York to ensure people get the joined-up support they need.
Volunteer
Help us make a bigger impact.
Our volunteers help us extend our reach and impact. Whether it’s helping at drop-ins, offering admin support, or bringing specific skills, we welcome people from all walks of life.
Our Values
INCLUSION
We welcome people from all walks of life, without judgment.
QUALITY
We strive to offer the best support we can, continuously improving what we do.
INTEGRITY
We are honest, transparent, and always act in our clients’ best interests.
EMPOWERMENT
We help people build confidence and take control of their own futures.
RESPECT
– Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity