Earlier this month, Bethany Homes Glasgow had a free stay at the Old Place of Monreith through ’50 for Free’ with Landmark Trust. They enjoyed trips to Port William, St Ninians Cave, Dumfries and plenty of time to cook meals together! #thankyou #50forFree!

With Christmas Day only 1 month away we have already sold an incredible 2516 trees! ✨ Delivery and Collections have begun so now is the time to order your Caring Christmas Tree! https://www.caringchristmastrees.com/ #christmastrees

Temperatures have plummeted. ❄️ Every night there are people sleeping rough on the streets of Edinburgh. Just £25 could save a life. https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/donate/bed/

We are encouraging individual Standard Entry sign-ups for the #EdinburghMarathon Festival in May 2026! 🏃‍♂️ This makes it easier for us to claim Gift Aid and it lowers our admin fees, meaning more money goes to where it matters most. Sign up at https://www.edinburghmarathon.com/#EdinburghMarathon

This Friday! The Ballad of Jack and Stacey is a brand new theatre piece from Creative Expressions. Tickets are sold out, but keep an eye on eventbrite.co.uk for updates. Friday 21st November, 7:30pm at Greenbank Church. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-ballad-of-jack-and-stacey-tickets-1776613481749

We only have a few 12-14ft Caring Christmas Trees left! 🎄 If you know a church, business or really high ceiling that still needs one, get in touch with Erin on 0131 561 8948 or order online at https://www.caringchristmastrees.com/store/tree-for-delivery-1

⭐Jenny, approached us in January of this year with an idea to transform 1,000 crisp packets into fun Christmas tree decorations before December 2025! ⭐ Last week, Jenny completed her challenge, creating 1,011 stars! We are so grateful for all your support, Jenny. Thank you!

We need Tree Sitters and Caring Christmas Tree Volunteers around our sites in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Fife and East Lothian! ✨Teams AND individuals welcome! https://www.caringchristmastrees.com/volunteer #christmas #edinburghchristmas #christmastrees #volunteer

We love hearing stories from our supporters! Ben undertook a boxing bout and donated an amazing £1500 for Bethany! Possibly a fundraising first for us! 🥊 Thank you Ben and congratulations on your win. #BCThero

Pick up your Caring Christmas Tree from the 29th of November! Scroll along to find your nearest collection point 🎄 Order today! 🔸www.caringchristmastrees.com ☎️ 0131 561 8948

We love to celebrate our volunteers! Susan is involved with all areas of Clay Café, a community café space we run in partnership with @community_clay in Possilpark. Read her story: www.bethanychristiantrust.com/volunteer-spotlight-clay-cafe

This year the staff would love to take the residents to the Light Show at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, create in a pottery workshop plus head to trampolining and go karting! 🎁 Donate and help give their residents a Christmas to remember. https://www.justgiving.com/page/anne-hope-house-8

For £25, you can help an individual by providing access to 24-hour accommodation, hot food, and 24/7 wrap around and personalised support. Please support those caught in the crisis of homelessness and buy a bed today. https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/buy-a-bed/ 🎨 © Seobhan Hope 2025.

"These women lift me up. They give me support. No matter if it’s a good day or a bad day, whether I’m silent or more talkative, they always help me." ~June* www.bethanychristiantrust.com/welcomehome *names changed to protect identities

We are looking for #Edinburgh based volunteers to carry out a range of DYI jobs, repairs and maintenance across Bethany buildings, services and flats Could you spare some time? Learn more and apply at https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/handyperson-edinburgh/

Become a Befriender! 💜 Bethany Christian Trust’s ‘Passing the Baton’ befriending training equips you to build meaningful connections with people who have previously been homeless or who are at risk of homelessness in #Edinburgh. https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/ptb-get-involved/

Caring Christmas Trees is now live and ready to take your orders! https://www.caringchristmastrees.com/ The ethical Christmas Tree choice this winter 🎄 #edinburgh #glasgow #fife

Just £25 could mean the difference between a night on the freezing winter streets or having a safe place to stay with professional help and support out of crisis. https://bethanychristiantrust.com/donate/bed 🎨© Seobhan Hope 2025. Licensed exclusively by The Bright Agency

“I know I’m not the finished article, but I am convinced that this path is the right one.” Read Fraser's story in this year's Annual Report. Download today: www.bethanychristiantrust.com/welcomehome #bethanychristiantrust

Time for a clear out? Bethany Christian Trust will take great care of your house clearance and also offers free furniture uplifts. Get in touch with our Logistics team on 0131 561 8904 or email [email protected] today! https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/donate-to-a-shop/

We are only 1 week away from the Caring Christmas Trees site going live! 🎄 From the 28th October you can order your tree size and whether you want to collect it from one of our many collection sites or even have it delivered straight to your door! www.caringchristmastrees.com #nearlytime

Connect to Community helped Andy to navigate the journey between prison and life in a new community, to make the step from benefits to paid employment, to engage with health services, and to find security and stability. Read his story in the report. www.bethanychristiantrust.com/welcomehome

We are now inviting teams and individuals to sign up as volunteers for our Caring Christmas Trees collection points across Edinburgh, Glasgow, Lothians and Fife! 💚❤️ Pick your location and sign up at https://www.caringchristmastrees.com/volunteer Thank you!! 🎄

This #WorldHomelessnessDay we reflect on the shocking statistic just released that homeless related deaths were up 9% last year. With this in mind, please share that our Welcome Centre is once again open and now operating at ELS House in Gorgie, #Edinburgh!

Rem attends our Toastie Club in #Aberdeen! In this year’s Annual Report, he relates his pain of being a stranger in a country as living in the dark and the moment the sun came up through the help of Bethany Christian Trust. Read his story in the report. www.bethanychristiantrust.com/welcomehome

Free community activities in Edinburgh! 👇

We are desperately seeking catering volunteers for our Welcome Centre in Edinburgh! If you have or know of a small team who could get together for an evening to cook and serve a meal to our guests we would love to hear from you! Email [email protected] or DM us!

Steven and Sowda are both residents at Kharis Court, Bethany’s residential unit for young people. Read their story in the report. Download today: www.bethanychristiantrust.com/welcomehome

Thank you to everyone that came to last week's Supporter Celebration! The night was a fantastic reminder of the work across Scotland and how we can play our part in ending homelessness in this country, one person at a time. Catch up on YouTube here: https://loom.ly/MArYylA

Today is the day! 🎉 The Bethany Supporter Celebration is happening tonight! If you are unable to be with us in person you can watch the whole event livestreamed from 6:50pm. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwtFm6iJtMA

We have been so encouraged by all your positive reactions to this year's report! 💜 ‘Home’ is more than just a building; it is a bedrock, a deep sense of love and belonging, a place to be known. https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/welcomehome/

Today is #ScottishHousingDay! With the theme focusing on the importance of good neighbours and community, we wanted to highlight all the amazing community groups and cafes we run across Scotland! You can discover what is on in your area at https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/get-help/#ScottishHousingDay

What does home mean to you? 🏠 That is the question we are exploring in this year's Annual Report. We've asked people from across Bethany's services to share their story and reflect on the true meaning of home for their lives. https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/welcomehome/

Hi #Edinburgh! Become a befriender to someone experiencing loneliness and change a life. https://loom.ly/u2Ve2U8#Edinburgh Please share with your congregation and let's continue creating and maintaining connections to those struggling with loneliness in the city.

🚨 We are looking for a Support Worker in Fife! 🚨 Bethany Christian Trust is seeking a support worker to join our Short-Term Housing Support team in #Fife. Learn more and apply below! https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/support-worker-fife-2/

To help make the process of writing a Will easier we’ve partnered with Balfour+Manson LLP, offering a free simple Will to anyone who decides to leave a gift to Bethany! You can learn more by emailing [email protected] or you calling on 0131 561 8927.

Have you ever thought about leaving a gift in your Will? However big or small, by leaving a gift to Bethany you can ensure the continuation of people being met with love and kindness at the point of crisis. 💜 https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/legacy/ #rememberacharityweek

The Welcome Centre report is out now! A must read for further understanding the current climate and challenges facing people who are vulnerable or #homeless within #Edinburgh and the rest of #Scotland. https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RRWC-Report-24-25.pdf

Hi #Edinburgh! Become a befriender to someone experiencing loneliness and change a life. https://loom.ly/u2Ve2U8#Edinburgh Please share with your congregation and let's continue creating and maintaining connections to those struggling with loneliness in the city.

Your unwanted bed could mean a fresh start for someone today! We urgently need good quality beds to help people who've faced homelessness set up in their new homes. If you have a bed you can donate, please call our Logistics team to arrange a pick up. Mon-Fri 0131 553 6973

We are currently hiring for Project Workers for our Rapid Re-Accommodation Welcome Centre in Edinburgh! Learn more and apply below! https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/project-worker-welcome-centre/

You are invited to our Supporter Celebration! 🎉 Thursday 25th September at King's Church Edinburgh. 7-9pm. We're so grateful for the ways that you, our supporters, engage with the work of Bethany and we want to celebrate you! https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/BethanysSupporterCelebration2025

If seeing the word Christmas in August has filled you with nothing but cheer, then we have the job for you! 🎄 FULL TIME Edinburgh base CONTRACT: mid September to mid January https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/caring-christmas-tree-administrator-edinburgh/ #edinburghjobs

Incredible reviews and an award from our run at #edfringe! Thanks to @broadwaybaby.com for the recognition, it was an honour to share the process and heart behind our Creative Expressions project!

Wow! Thanks to you, we have reached our target of £20,000 for our Give Kids a Break appeal! ☀️ A big thank you to everyone who donated and shared over the last couple of months. It means we are able to continue to give children and families we support, a holiday to remember!

At Bethany, every volunteer brings something unique, and we'll help you find the role that's right for you. From sorting books to organising homeware, we match roles to you so you can grow in confidence, meet new people, and be part of a welcoming team. bethanychristiantrust.com #WhatsYourReason

Whatever the reason, volunteering in our shops offers connection, purpose, and the chance to make a real difference. Every hour that you give helps fund life-changing support for vulnerable people. Join us and find your reason. bethanychristiantrust.com #WhatsYourReason

Grow in humility. Build up your CV. Boost your confidence. Volunteering in our shops can help you grow and make a real difference to the lives of people we support across Scotland. bethanychristiantrust.com #WhatsYourReason

What is life like for people living behind bars? As part of this year's Edinburgh Fringe, Insiders gives insight into the challenges of life in jail. 13-16 August @ 127a St John's Church 📍 FREE TICKETED 1-2pm 🕐 https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/insiders

Some of the children we support are facing a variety of hardships which can be barriers to a free and happy childhood. But you can help.☀️ Will you donate this summer and Give Kids a Break?https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com/give-kids-a-break/ #givekidsabreak #scottishcharity #donate