ABOUT US

In 1965 CHAS Bradford was founded by volunteers from two Bradford churches.
They provided destitute families with furniture by collecting donations from the local community. They also established evening surgeries to give free legal housing advice to prevent illegal evictions.  From a strong desire to help vulnerable people in their own community, and an ever increasing need for the service, the charity continued. In April 2012 we merged into St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) to become CHAS @ St Vincent's.

CHAS @ St Vincent's believes that everyone has the right to a decent home. We are here for everyone in need regardless of their beliefs.

Through our services we provide free legal advice and assistance to anyone threatened with homelessness. We also provide free debt advice, money management and support to people who need skills to maintain a home and a budget, providing assistance and education until our client is able to manage their own affairs.  Through our Furniture Recycling scheme, families on a low budget can purchase good quality second hand furniture and household goods. Our policy is that no one should have to exist without the basics. Furniture donations also enable Bradford and Calderdale residents to support members of their community and protect the environment at the same time. We aim to provide a holistic service which meets as many needs of our client target group as possible. 

Over 40 employees and volunteers work together to provide a first class advice and support services, and to collect and sell donated household goods. Community links are a vital aspect of our work, we continue to have a relationship with the parishes from which CHAS was founded; we also depend on the valuable contributions from our volunteers who still help with collections, in the shop and staffing the offices.