Ever considered the impact a pair of socks can make?

Come with us and see! We are a group of friends engaging with the homeless in London by cutting through the misconceptions, prejudice and fear that often accompany stereotypes of rough sleepers and other vulnerable groups in the city. We walk, sit and talk with them in a moment of mutual learning and trust, driven by the ethos of unconditional human contact and friendship.

And a simple pair of socks is all it takes to break the ice.

We meet usually once a week at a pre-arranged Central London location and follow a variety of routes for about an hour or so, bringing along any food, drinks and basic material goods we can to share with homeless people we meet. The main aim is to listen, talk and forge meaningful links with them in a completely non-judgemental and agenda-free way. The evening ends with a merry social and sharing of experiences.

We are not a charity, or formal group of any kind; simply friends with a desire to put humane principles into everyday, effective action. Anyone with an open mind and the willingness to be challenged and step out of their comfort zone can join The Sock Mob!

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St Paul's Bow Common

Kind donations of socks and money and an incredible space for us to use!

The Kindness Offensive

Socks, blankets, food, fun and extreme kindness!

The Alexandra Trust

Generous donations!

Stephen Hawking School

The love and support of London's young people!

Lush

25kg of delicious smelling soap, shower gel and shampoo!

Snugpak

Generously discounted, high-quality sleeping bags for street friends

City Year London

Socks and toiletries!

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