Register as a Warm Welcome Space: Join the movement!
At Kids Matter, we are proud to support the Warm Welcome Campaign and its vision of creating spaces where everyone in the UK can experience belonging, connection, and support. As part of this effort, we invite our partners to join the campaign by registering as Warm Welcome Spaces and becoming a beacon of hope and community for those in need.
Why Warm Welcome Matters
The Warm Welcome Campaign was born out of a desire to ensure that everyone has access to a safe and welcoming community space, especially during times of need. While 62% of the population lives within a 30-minute walk of a Warm Welcome Space, only 18% are aware of these valuable resources. That’s why we are rallying behind the 100% Pledge – a commitment to ensure that 100% of people can find a Warm Welcome Space close to home and be aware of the opportunity for connection.
Last winter, Warm Welcome Spaces across the country made a huge impact, with 4,000 locations hosting 120,000 visitors weekly. These spaces, located in places like libraries, museums, sports halls, community centres, and churches, offered warmth and connection for free. Over 50% of those who visited said they would have otherwise been left at home, cold and isolated. But it wasn’t just the warmth that mattered—it was the friendships formed, the reduction in loneliness, and the sense of community that made a lasting impact.
How You Can Help
We believe our partners are in a unique position to join this incredible initiative and help expand the reach of Warm Welcome Spaces. By registering as a Warm Welcome Space, your organisation will play a crucial role in transforming lives through the simple power of human connection. You’ll be part of a growing network of spaces where people of all backgrounds, faiths, and cultures can come together to share their stories, offer support, and create lasting friendships.
The benefits of becoming a Warm Welcome Space are clear:
- Combat isolation and loneliness in your community.
- Foster connection and provide a safe, welcoming environment for all.
- Create a sense of belonging where people from all walks of life can engage, support one another, and form friendships.
Together, We Can Make a Difference
What started as a response to the energy crisis has now become a powerful national movement, one that promises to bring communities together year-round. By working together, we can ensure that Warm Welcome Spaces are available to 100% of the population—making sure no one feels left out in the cold.
Join us today by registering your organisation as a Warm Welcome Space and let’s continue spreading the warmth and connection across the UK. Together, we can build a deeply connected society where every individual feels welcome, supported, and part of a caring community.
For more information on how to register, visit warmwelcome.uk. Let’s make sure everyone knows that a Warm Welcome is just around the corner!