Mission Statement

To demonstrate God’s love for humanity in a practical, Christian way to those in need and thereby help to build the Kingdom of God on earth, through sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ

In a manner that accords with its Christian ethos, Canaan Trust aims to:

1. Provide safe temporary accommodation to people aged sixteen to fifty-four, in Erewash and surrounding counties, who would otherwise be homeless;
2. Provide wide-ranging holistic personal support to its residents in a caring, professional and non-judgmental way;
3. Assist residents as required, in the acquisition of life skills and financial management skills;
4. Encourage residents and provide assistance to formal training leading to employment;
5. Encourage residents and provide assistance to obtain more permanent accommodation;
6. Raise public awareness of the causes of homelessness;
7. Promote the work of Canaan Trust;