Volunteers Turn Double-Decker Bus Into Homeless Shelter On Wheels

They're volunteers with a group called Helping Open People's Eyes (HOPE).

"We have been feeding the homeless for the last four years," 44-year-old Ian told Wales Online. "It is getting more and more common and we are seeing a lot more people on the streets."

So, to try to help more people, Ian and Tammy bought an old double-decker bus and converted it into a mobile homeless shelter.

And, with the help of several other professionals in the area, they're nearly finished assembling their modest dream and are just about ready to roll.

It's a pretty staggering achievement once you look inside.

The former commuter bus has been outfitted with 12 beds, two toilets, two showers, a kitchen, and a lounge.

Ian says all in all, it cost about £18,000 (about $24,000). "No grants whatsoever. It was fundraising and people and businesses helping out. It has been hard work but worth it."

"I first seen Jasper Thompson and his Bristol Home for the Night campaign. He had a bus there which was converted," Ian said. "I saw his project and I thought what a wonderful thing so I thought we should start fundraising for it."

As Ian explained, just the fuel costs alone are prohibitive, and the insurance is quite expensive, so they're continuing to try to raise funds through a GoFundMe.

h/t: Wales Online