Charities

The 2025 Waterfront Festival is in aid of the following charities.

EMMANUEL HOUSE

Emmanuel House supports people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Nottingham. We have been operating from our day centre since 1976. Our weekday morning drop-in sessions are the only open-access service in the city centre. They meet people’s basic human need. Alongside this, our outreach services provide mental health support and play a vital role in homelessness prevention. Our accommodation services, including our Winter Shelter, provide short-term emergency accommodation, as well as longer-term single-room accommodation.

MERMAIDS GENDER

Mermaids supports transgender, non-binary and gender-diverse children and young people, as well as their families and professionals involved in their care.

Transgender, non-binary and gender-diverse children and teens need support and understanding, as well as the freedom to explore their gender identity. Whatever the outcome, Mermaids is committed to helping families navigate the challenges they may face.