Catering staff fundraising for the homeless in YMCA’s Big Sleep Out ​​​​​​​

The ‘sleep out’ is taking place on the playing fields at The Blandford School, a fellow member of the Blandford Schools’ Network. A number of our part-time catering team, all of whom are in the Sixth Form at The Blandford School, are taking part in the campaign. They’ll be spending a night in cardboard shelters alongside other fundraisers.

Catering Assistant Izzy commented: “It’s a good time to do the charity sleep out, just before the winter sets in. We care, and it’s a good thing to get involved in, and I feel there has been a rise in homelessness in the local area.”

A spokesperson for the YMCA commented: “These events are opportunities for individuals and organisations to help us raise vital funds to support our work helping rough sleepers secure accommodation and a positive long-term future”.

Since YMCA Sleep Easy events began in 2010, over £1 million has been raised across the UK.

Catering team member Kayleigh commented: “We are all keen to take part and raise as much money as possible. Over the years, the YMCA has made it a priority to help towards preventing and reducing homelessness. Any sponsorship would be hugely appreciated, not to mention that it helps raise awareness amongst the younger generations about homelessness.”

Ruairi commented: “I am looking forward to taking part in the charity campaign because homelessness is a major issue and is overlooked by most people and needs to be addressed.”

Bryanston staff taking part in the ‘sleep out’, include: Erin, Kayleigh, Ella, Evie, Izzy and Molly (pictured), as well as Toby, William, Harry, Ruairi, Poppy, Amelia and Fearn. Eve who works in our Sports Centre is also taking part.

Please click here to show your support for our staff taking part in the YMCA Sleep Out.