Braving the Cold to Support Young People Facing Homelessness: Our LandAid SleepOut 2025
- Mar 11
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 27
On February 27th, partners from gunnercooke and our foundation team took part in the LandAid SleepOut, joining forces with colleagues across the country to raise money for young people facing homelessness.
According to the latest Centrepoint data, over 118,000 young people in the UK experienced homelessness in 2023–24, which is a 10% increase from the previous year. While the way these figures are counted has changed, the reality is clear: more young people need our support than ever before.
The LandAid SleepOut offers participants a small glimpse into the harsh reality faced by thousands every night. Some of our colleagues braved the cold by sleeping in their cars, in their gardens, or together with the main group in the city. It was a challenging night, but also eye-opening. As Laura Jones, our foundation Director, reflected:
"Taking part in the SleepOut (last year) just gave a tiny insight into what many young people sadly have to face every night. It was tough, but I knew I had a warm bed to go home to - a luxury those we’re raising funds for don’t have. As well as being a tough night, it was also a great experience, and we want to raise even more money and awareness for 2025.”
This year, LandAid participants collectively raised over £600,000, directly funding projects that provide safe, secure housing and essential services for young people in need.
The SleepOut 2025 may be over, but the fight against youth homelessness continues. Donate today.
Together, we can make sure every young person has a safe place to call home.
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