providing an enduring home for people in need
In the UK thousands of people lack a safe, affordable place to live, while rents continue to rise excessively. At KeyStone, we work with local authorities and specialist partners to provide genuinely affordable, long-term homes for individuals and families experiencing homelessness – creating stability first, and opportunity next.
The scale of the problem requires a TRANSFORMATIVE approach
HOUSING & BEYOND
A safe, secure home is the foundation for everything else. KeyStone provides long-term homes – not temporary accommodation – through a specialist operating model that priorities affordability, stability and support.
Housing
We partner with local authorities throughout the country to provide safe, affordable long-term homes.
SUPPORT
Residents are supported by specialist organisations contracted by local authorities or KeyStone. The support is voluntary, tailored and designed to help residents make a success of their home.
Opportunity
By combining stable housing with the right support, residents are better able to access education, training and employment opportunities - improving outcomes for individuals and families over the long term.
Our sustainable development goals
NO POVERTY
Everything starts with a place to live. By housing families quickly – in a safe and healthy space – we give vulnerable people the footing to rebuild their lives. Meanwhile our ongoing support through training and employment opportunities helps to improve their overall prospects.
GOOD HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Whether through the stress of moving or the lack of stable access to healthcare, poor housing has a profound impact on physical and mental health. By swiftly moving people into a long-term home, that meets all health and safety requirements, we help improve health outcomes from day one.
QUALITY EDUCATION
Overcrowding, unfit conditions, continual disruption – children in temporary accommodation face significant educational hurdles. But with a stable space to study – and access to a single school they can commit to children in low-income families can improve their grades, their wellbeing and their lifelong opportunities.
DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
Without a permanent address it can be difficult to secure long-term employment. All the stress and strain of inadequate housing makes keeping a job even harder. By putting a secure roof over people’s heads, providing training in key skills and supporting our families back into work, we help boost self-confidence and financial security.
SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
When you don’t know how long you’re staying, it’s hard to commit to a community. This can further deepen feelings of isolation and frustration. We provide a home for at least five years, enabling families to put down roots, build emotional connections and make a positive contribution to their neighbourhood.
PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS
We partner with local councils, charities, and like-minded organisations across the UK to further our mission of increasing the provision of high quality, private sector housing that delivers positive outcomes for people in housing need.
HOW OUR MODEL WORKS
Homes are sourced and prepared
Homes are acquired or brought into the model and refurbished to a high standard.
Operated by our Community Investment Company
A mission-locked CIC manages the homes, tenancies and affordability over the long term.
Residents sign direct tenancies
Residents sign standard tenancy agreements directly with the CIC — not short-term licences or nightly accommodation.
Support delivered by specialists
Councils and partner organisations provide tenancy sustainment and wider support alongside the housing.