A homeless day-centre faces an uncertain future after its main supporter announced that funding for the service has run out.

Fountain of Peace Day Centre in Staffa Road, Leyton, takes in up to 50 homeless people every day, providing them with shelter, food and support.

But the centre, which was established five years ago, may now have to halve the number of days it opens.

Project manager Audrey Stephens said staff are desperate for help after bosses on Mnday announced a cut to the £5,000 per month it had been receiving from the Fountain of Peace Ministry.

“As it’s getting colder now I’m concerned that the people who use the centre every day might be put back on the street – where they have nowhere to go,” Mrs Stephens said.

“This is a safe and secure place for them to go, rather than be out on the street.”

She added that some of the people who use the shelter may, without support, commit crimes and turn to drink and drugs.

Funding had been used to pay one full-time member of staff and two part-time staff, utility bills and rent, among other costs.

The centre also offers IT services, English classes and life skills support.

Ms Stephens said: “We are looking for financial support, but we would accept any form of help.”

Sam Bremang, church trustee, said the centre's growth in recent times meant funding no longer met the needs of the people using the facilities.

Day centre managers are due to meet with the ministry on Friday to determine the centre’s future.