Betel UK is an independent Christian charity for men, women and families affected by the hardships that lead to social exclusion, especially homelessness, drug and alcohol abuse and long-term unemployment. 

"Our end goal is to help people not only escape addiction, but become productive, trustworthy men and women of character when they leave our community."

The 'Rising Cafe' in Lincoln is run by previously homeless and substance-addicted men and women from Betel. 100% of proceeds go directly towards funding their recovery.

As a regular at the cafe, I began to get to know these individuals and felt compelled to celebrate them. I started by creating portraits of them all.