Who We Are

It Takes A City is different. Working in partnership, we seek to end the cycle of poverty and homelessness in Cambridge, for good.

We directly deliver key services in the city:

  • Crossways emergency winter accommodation project
  • The Haven, our women-only overnight safe space.
  • Survive and Thrive transitional support for both rough sleepers and those on a journey away from the street

Our projects provide shelter, safety, comfort, and advice, alongside other crucial support.

Working in a trauma-informed way, we build successful pathways from street to home.

We believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity, and no one should face their problems alone.

We couldn’t do any of this important work without the support of the community, our donors, volunteers and local organisations, all of whom share our vision to end rough sleeping due to homelessness in the city.

For updates on our work, please read the latest edition of our newsletter and subscribe to receive future editions.

Members of the ITAC team collecting a certificate from Housing Justice.

Our Mission Statement

‘To end rough sleeping in Cambridge due to homelessness, making sure everyone has somewhere to call home, with the support they need’

Meet Our Trustees

Chris Jenkin

Simon Allcock

Alison Morris

Emma Hooton

Stef Martinsen-Barker

Rob Lake

Paul Baxter

Asha Praseedom

Graham Dempsey

A white, moulded fire surround against a lilac wall. Three framed posters of coloured abstract designs are above the mantlepiece. In front of the fireplace is an old, comfortable armchair. To the right is a table, draped with a white tablecloth. A small TV set sits on top.

Reports

We are supported by a wide range of funders. A full list can be found in our Annual Report and Accounts.