Success Stories
Behind every home is a story
Our success stories share the journeys of individuals, families, churches, and organisations who have found stability and hope through Mission Housing. From shared ownership to affordable tenancies, these stories show the real impact of making housing accessible for those serving communities across England and Wales.
See our success stories from this year and last year below!
2026 Success Stories
2025 Success Stories
Stories
Read more about the difference that living within the communities they serve makes for our associates, and hear directly from lenders about why they choose to support Mission Housing. Click below to explore stories written by our associates and lenders.
Kafui is the CEO of FAST London – a youth organisation supporting young people in Battersea.
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Dr John Davies, a beloved husband to Dorothy, father and grandfather; visionary founder of Affordable Christian Housing (who merged with VPH65 to form Mission Housing in 2014).
I think the reason I get so much pleasure from giving to Mission Housing is that it encourages two of my major interests and concerns.
Reaching children through Schools in North London
Statistics show that the number of children in churches is declining. Pathway’s ministry is all about equipping churches to reach children and families in their community through their local schools.
Katie is a Pastor at Epping Forest Community Church in Loughton, Essex. She is passionate about helping those who are struggling – particularly young people who need a place to live.
Due to their landlord selling, Rachel and Leon found themselves facing eviction and the prospect of having to move out of the area they love and serve as they could not afford to rent or buy in the area.
In September 2018 Sam and Charlie, along with a team of 18 adults and four children, planted Hope Church Vauxhall. The church was launched in partnership with London City Mission, FIEC, Co-Mission and the Globe Church. Sam is the senior pastor.
“Thank you so much for all of the dedication and support from the Mission Housing Team. We have been able to witness God's faithfulness and provision through the work that you do - enabling us to live and invest in our local area and commit to the ministry for coming up to a decade!”
— Chris and Jo