Share the warmth of a Christmas dinner
At Christmas, Lifeshare opens to anyone in need of a warm place to spend the day, a hot shower, dry clothes, a tasty meal, or a friendly face. Last year, we served over 4,000 meals during the month of December. We are projecting to exceed this figure this year so your help will make a real difference to help us feed those in need.
A Christmas meal with Lifeshare costs just £12.00.
Help us spread cheer to someone in need this festive season by clicking below to donate food or warm clothing.
Come and help us spread Community Christmas Cheer!
Do you want to give back to the community this holiday season? Volunteer with Lifeshare!
Lifeshare runs Manchester’s only 5-day indoor support project for rough sleepers, those in food and fuel poverty, and individuals facing social isolation. We offer hot meals, dry clothes, warm showers, support services, and festive cheer.
We are open December 23rd to 27th, from 7am to 7pm and are located at the Mosaic Wellbeing Hub in the heart of the Northern Quarter.
Volunteers must commit to a minimum of two shifts and attend a mandatory induction session.
Shifts are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If you find Christmas Eve or Day is fully booked, please consider booking another shift. Our guests need support just as much on December 26th and throughout the year!
Once you register on our platform, our team will contact you with your next steps.
Join the 2026 Christmas Project here
Do You Need Support This Christmas?
Lifeshare Christmas Project opens for 5 days, from the 23rd to the 27th of December for anyone needing extra support over the holidays – plus we’re still open as usual every weekend of the year.
We provide freshly cooked meals, hot showers, and dry clothes.
We also have drop-ins from various services including, barbers, hairdressers, opticians, doctors and nurses.
There will also be live entertainment from musical performers each day along with games, Christmas films, and creative expression workshops.
The space will also be a warm bank so if you are struggling with your heating you are welcome to come inside and warm up.
Anyone in need of support who is 18+ is welcome to join us.
Hours:
- Wednesday 23rd December 7am – 7pm
- Thursday 24th December 7am – 7pm
- Christmas Day 25th December 7am – 7pm
- Saturday 26th December 7am – 7pm
- Sunday 27th December 7am – 7pm
For emergency support , please contact the Emergency Duty Team on 0161 234 5001
The project will take place at the Mosaic Wellbeing Hub at 2 Dale St, Manchester M1 1JW.