You don't have to
start with nothing.
If you or someone you know has fled domestic abuse and moved into an empty property, Simple Acts of Kindness can help. We provide essential household items - beds, bedding, kitchen goods, clothing, and furniture - completely free of charge, and we aim to respond within 24 hours of a referral.
The scale of the problem
We're here for families who need us most
We help women, men, and children who have fled domestic abuse and been placed in social housing that has nothing in it. We also help families who have lost their home due to fire or other emergencies. All of our support is completely free - there is no cost to the families we serve, ever.
Families fleeing domestic abuse
We work with women, men, and children who have been placed in empty social housing after leaving an abusive situation.
Families who have lost their home
We support families who have lost everything due to fire or other emergencies and need to start again.
Children and young people
We make sure children have a bed to sleep in, clothes to wear, and the basics they need - on the very first night.
We currently serve Wolverhampton and surrounding areas. If you are outside this area, please still get in touch and we will do our best to help or signpost you to a local organisation.
Simple, fast, and free
A referral is made
We work through referrals from housing officers, social workers, domestic abuse key workers, and support organisations. If you are a professional working with a family in need, get in touch with us directly. If you are a family member or friend, you can also contact us on behalf of someone who needs help.
We aim to respond within 24 hours
Once we receive a referral, we respond quickly. We will discuss what the family needs and what we have available. Our aim is always to respond within 24 hours - because we know that when a family is in crisis, they cannot wait.
We arrange delivery
We match the family's needs to our available stock and arrange delivery to their new home. Everything is provided free of charge - there is no cost, no means test, and no lengthy waiting list.
We signpost further support
As well as delivering household essentials, we can help connect families with other local support services, community projects, and organisations that may be able to help with other needs.
The essentials to make a house a home
We provide whatever a family needs from our available stock. Everything is checked before delivery to make sure it is clean and in good condition. All items are provided completely free of charge.
Beds & bedding
Mattresses, bed frames, duvets, pillows, and bed linen so everyone in the family has somewhere safe to sleep.
Kitchen essentials
Pots, pans, plates, cutlery, mugs, and kitchen utensils - everything needed to cook a meal and eat as a family.
Clothing & toiletries
Clean clothing sorted by size for adults and children, plus toiletries and personal care items.
Furniture
Sofas, tables, chairs, wardrobes, and other furniture to make a home feel like somewhere to live.
Children's items
Toys, books, and children's essentials - because children deserve to feel at home too.
Cleaning supplies
Basic cleaning products and household essentials to help families settle in and keep their new home clean.
We do our best to fulfil every request but availability depends on current stock. If we don't have something you need, we will let you know and do our best to source it.
Frequently asked questions
⚠ If you are in immediate danger
Please call 999 immediately. For the National Domestic Abuse Helpline, call 0808 2000 247 (free, 24 hours, confidential). We are not an emergency service, but we are here to help once you are safe.
Making a referral
If you are a housing officer, social worker, domestic abuse key worker, or other professional working with a family who needs our support, please get in touch via our contact page or Facebook. We aim to respond quickly and work with you to get the right items to the family as fast as possible.