Sleep Out 2019

Do you want to help someone experiencing homelessness? You can give shelter and support by joining hundreds raising funds and awareness of homelessness at this annual event that takes place on the first Friday in October.

Sleep Out 2019 is now over. Coming soon: information on how to register for Sleep Out 2020.

TO SUPPORT THE EVENT:

SPONSOR someone taking part Support the TEAM

Don't worry if it's not your thing. You can still get involved by donating to the appeal or supporting a particular participant. Alternatively, please mail a cheque with a note to let us know you are supporting the Sleep Out team or a particular individual.

Thank you.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Find more information below and also navigate to our Sleep Out News and Blogs section. Email us at [email protected]. You can also phone our office at 020 7351 4948.

Registering a team for the Sleep Out

It's easy. Here's how. Read more

What to expect on the night

Timings, what to bring and more. Read more

Why take part?

Take part in the annual Sleep Out in the Square to give someone else shelter and support to get off the street. Read more

Latest

Sisk's St John's Hill Team Skydive Fundraising Page

Four members of the Sisk Team at St John's Hill are jumping out of a plane to raise money to change the lives of people experiencing homelessness, because nobody should have to sleep on the streets. The jump is taking place on Friday 10th September and our adrenaline seeking jumpers are: Brendan Ryan, Site Engineer | Elizabeth Healey, Site Engineer | Sarah Wright, Community Liaison Officer | Thomas Lewis, Site Manager
James' story

42-year-old James was street homeless for two years following the death of his mother, who cared for him for most of his adult life.
Operations Manager

Use your organisational skills to provide safe shelter to people affected by homelessness in London. Apply by 2 August.
Mike's London to Brighton fundraising page

On 19th September I will be cycling the 85km to Brighton to help individuals in our community find shelter and support when they need it most.

About us

Guests find shelter in winter and year-round support to move beyond homelessness.
Things we need

Here are some things that Glass Door and our partner organisations need.
Daytime support

Where to find support if you are affected by homelessness during they daytime. Find advice, meals and more.
How Glass Door can help

If you or someone you know is facing homelessness, here's an overview of services and how to access them.
Richmond shelters open

First shelters in Richmond launched.
Our partner venues

Venues, mainly churches of a different denominations, partner with Glass Door to host night shelters and and our day-time support services.
If we can't offer a space in the shelters today

Places in our emergency night shelter are limited. What do you do while waiting for a place to open up?
The problem

Central London has some of the biggest statistical differences between the richest and poorest residents. Unfortunately, demand for our services shows no signs of abating.
Sleep Out 2017 biggest yet

We did it! Thanks to everyone involved, more people will find shelter this winter.
Our impact

Our night shelters save lives, and our support programmes change lives.

Sleep Out (or in) 2021 is back!

You can take part at Duke of York Square or anywhere in the world. Sign up now and help others find a route out of homelessness. Read more