Unity MK

03/08/2026

We're so grateful to Cranswick Convenience Foods Milton Keynes for once again supporting UnityMK through their Family Fun Day.

If you're free on Sunday 6 September, we'd love to see you there! It's a brilliant day out for the whole family, with free entry and lots of fun for everyone.

A day for our colleagues, our families and our community! 🎉​

​Our Family Fun Day is taking place on Sunday 6th September and we’d love to see you there!​

This is always a brilliant chance to bring colleagues, families, friends and the wider Milton Keynes community together for a fun, friendly day out, while raising money for our fantastic long-term charity partner, Unity MK.​

​This year, we’re making the day even more affordable, with free entry, free activities for children and an even broader token system for rides, face painting and more.​

​📅 Sunday 6th September 2026​
⏰ 11am – 3pm​
📍 Middleton Pavilion, Worrelle Ave, Milton Keynes, MK10 9AD​
🎟️ FREE ENTRY​

​There’ll be food, drinks, fairground fun, cakes, games, stalls, crafts... and plenty more for everyone to enjoy.​

​Whether you’re part of the Cranswick team, a local family, a friend of the site or simply fancy a great day out, everybody is welcome.​

​Come along, get involved and help us show what community spirit looks like!

With huge thanks to our lead SW Design & Build Limited.

29/07/2026

When Karim* came to UnityMK, he wasn't just looking for somewhere to live; he was looking for safety and a fresh start.

After leaving an unsafe home environment, he had nowhere permanent to stay and turned to UnityMK for support.

Working alongside our partners, we helped Karim secure safe accommodation and supported him to access the financial help he needed to get back on his feet.

Today, he's settling into his new home and looking ahead with hope.

Every person's journey out of homelessness is different. Sometimes, having someone to walk alongside you and help you take that first step can make all the difference.

*Name changed to protect the guest's identity.

24/07/2026

A small token can make a big difference!

UnityMK has been chosen as a local cause for Community Matters, and we'd love your support.

When you shop at Waitrose Milton Keynes, please use your green token to vote for UnityMK. Your vote helps us continue providing essential support to people experiencing homelessness, including our lifesaving Winter Night Shelter service, hot meals, showers, laundry facilities, welfare support and a safe place to access help without barriers.

Every token helps us continue walking alongside people as they move from crisis towards hope and home.

Thank you for your support.

23/07/2026

We welcome the Prime Minister’s commitment to ending rough sleeping and recognising homelessness as a national priority.

While there is much positive work taking place across Milton Keynes, homelessness remains a significant challenge. Every week, around 10 newly homeless people seek our support for the first time and around 200 people access our services, highlighting the continued need for local action.

Read our full response and learn more about the UnityMK Hub development:
https://www.unitymk.org/news/national-commitment-local-action-unitymks-response-to-new-homelessness-plans

Together we can end homelessness in our city.

15/07/2026

When David came to UnityMK, he was living in accommodation where ongoing tensions between tenants left him feeling anxious and unable to relax. Although he had a roof over his head, he didn't feel secure or settled.

After being referred to us by British Red Cross David began working closely with our Welfare Team. Together, we explored his options, advocated on his behalf and supported him to access accommodation better suited to his needs. Through this support, David was able to secure a place at The Shelter MK providing a safer and more stable environment.

The impact was immediate. David recently visited our centre to tell us how relieved he feels to have somewhere he can finally feel safe, relax and begin rebuilding his life.

Since then, our support has continued. Alongside helping him access accommodation, we've been working with David to develop his digital skills and create a CV, giving him the tools and confidence to pursue employment opportunities and build greater independence.

David's story shows what can happen when the right support is available at the right time. Through partnership working, personalised support and a safe place to call home, people can begin to rebuild their confidence and look ahead to the future.

As one of our referral partners, the British Red Cross told us:

"We are really pleased with our partnership and the positive outcomes we continue to achieve for the people we support.".

10/07/2026

🎉 Save the date! Family Fun Day is back! 🎉

We're delighted to share that the Cranswick Convenience Foods Milton Keynes Family Fun Day 2026, taking place on Sunday 6 September, 11am–3pm at Middleton Pavilion, Milton Keynes.

With free entry and something for everyone, it's set to be a fantastic day out for the whole family, featuring:

🎠 Fairground rides
🎨 Arts and crafts
🎪 Games and stalls
🍰 Cakes, food and drinks
😊 And plenty more family-friendly fun!

Every penny raised on the day will help UnityMK continue supporting people facing and experiencing homelessness across Milton Keynes.

A huge thank you to Cranswick Convenience Foods Milton Keynes for organising the event and to S&W Design & Build for their generous support as lead sponsor.

📅 Sunday 6 September 2026
⏰ 11am–3pm
📍 Middleton Pavilion, Worrell Avenue, Milton Keynes, MK10 9AD

We'd love to see you there! ❤️

09/07/2026

☀️ Hot weather can be especially dangerous for people experiencing rough sleeping. ☀️

As temperatures rise, there are simple ways we can all help protect some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

💧 Donate heatwave essentials such as bottled water, sunscreen, hats, sunglasses and umbrellas.

🌡️ Be aware of the signs of heat-related illness, including dizziness, confusion, nausea, weakness, excessive sweating and extreme thirst. In an emergency, call 999.

📍 If you see someone sleeping rough, you can alert StreetLink or ask if they would like support from our welfare team at [email protected]. Out of hours, please contact Milton Keynes City Council's emergency line on 01908 226699.

❤️ You can also support UnityMK with a donation, helping us continue to provide practical support, advice and pathways out of homelessness for people across Milton Keynes.

Please take a moment to read and share these tips. Together, we can help keep people safe during periods of hot weather.

08/07/2026

When Martin, in his 50s, came to UnityMK, he was facing homelessness after losing both his job and his accommodation.

Martin's circumstances had changed dramatically following a deterioration in his eyesight. Having lost sight in one eye and experiencing declining vision in the other due to cataracts, he found himself unable to continue working. The loss of his income quickly led to the loss of his housing, leaving him with nowhere stable to stay.

Our team worked with Martin to gather the medical evidence needed to demonstrate the impact his health condition was having on his situation. This has helped ensure that his housing needs are being recognised and prioritised.

While Martin is currently staying in temporary accommodation, we are continuing to support him towards a more permanent home. We are helping him access the financial assistance needed for a rent deposit and advance rent, removing some of the barriers that can prevent people from securing a tenancy.

Martin's story highlights how quickly life can change when health issues affect someone's ability to work and maintain their housing. It also shows the importance of early intervention and practical support in helping people move away from homelessness and towards a more secure future.

With the right support in place, Martin is now on the path to finding a stable home and rebuilding his independence.

*Guest name changed to protect identity.

06/07/2026

What an incredible event from The Dolphin Newport Pagnell, with their recent Big Little Community Festival. 🎶❤️

We're incredibly grateful to Megan and The Dolphin team for hosting such a fantastic weekend of music, comedy and community spirit, while raising vital funds to help charities like ours across Milton Keynes.

A special thank you also goes to our amazing volunteers, who gave up their time to represent UnityMK, chat with festival-goers and support fundraising throughout the weekend.

Thank you to everyone who attended, donated and helped make the festival such a success.

Together, we can end homelessness in our city.