Christians Against Poverty is a national debt-counselling charity working through a network of centres based in local churches. CAP offers hope and a solution to anyone in debt through its unique, in-depth service.
Real poverty exists here in the UK and debt is a major contributor. For people who are living on very low incomes and struggling to make ends meet, debt repayments can mean they are unable to afford the basics of life: regular meals, heating, clothing or medication.
Debt causes related poverty too. Stress, sleepless nights and constant arguing about money all put a massive strain on marriages and families. This all results in emotional poverty: bitterness, depression and even suicide attempts. People across our nation, and in our community, are living in fear with no hope.
CAP aims to show God’s love in action by providing sustainable poverty relief through debt- counselling, advice and practical help. CAP’s unique ‘hands on’ approach empowers people to help themselves out of poverty and be released from the fear, oppression and worry generated by overwhelming debts. This provides sustainable poverty relief, as the service teaches clients vital budgeting skills that will last a lifetime.
The charity is now a fast-paced, growing organisation whose vision is to answer the national problem of debt in the UK by having at least one CAP centre operating in every major town and city by the year 2015 so that anyone can access the life transforming service. For more information about the work of CAP nationally visit the website www.capuk.org |
