Join our Sleep Out

Take on the challenge. Change lives.

Right now, over 118,000 young people in the UK are facing homelessness, and we’re building a community of change-makers committed to ending youth homelessness.

Sleep Out is not about replicating what it’s like to be homeless—it’s about stepping outside your comfort zone and taking on a personal challenge to help end youth homelessness.

By giving up your bed for just one night, you’re making a powerful statement: youth homelessness is not inevitable, and together, we can change it.

This is a movement of solidarity, a collective effort to ensure that every young person has a safe place to call home.

Our 2025/26 Events

Corporate Sleep Out (London) 2025

Are you one of our corporate partners? Join us at this exclusive event and engage your employees in a meaningful team challenge.

Manchester Sleep Out 2026

This event is open to everyone who wants to take on a challenge in Manchester and help end youth homelessness. Join us solo, with friends or family, with your business or your local community group.

London Sleep Out 2026

Our London Sleep Out event welcomes everyone who wants to take on the challenge and stand in solidarity with young people affected by homelessness. Join us solo, with friends or family, with your business or local community group.

What to Expect

A meaningful challenge

Swap your bed for a sleeping bag and experience one night outside in a safe but thought-provoking way. Sleep Out offers a moment of reflection, highlighting the security and warmth many of us are fortunate to return to each night, and reinforcing why everyone deserves a safe place to call home.

Inspirational stories

Hear from frontline staff members and young people supported by Centrepoint and learn how your fundraising makes a difference.

Real life impact

Every pound raised goes towards providing housing, support, and opportunities for young people facing homelessness.

Solidarity

It’s a powerful way for communities to stand with young people facing homelessness.

Join us at a Sleep Out

Sleep Out FAQs

Why don’t we run our Sleep Out events on the streets to replicate reality of rough sleeping?

Our Sleep Out events are designed to raise awareness and funds to help end youth homelessness - not to replicate the experience of being homeless.

Sleeping on the streets is dangerous, isolating, and traumatic. Many young people experiencing homelessness face extreme risks, including violence, exploitation, and long-term mental and physical health challenges. We would never ask participants to put themselves in that position.

Instead, Sleep Out provides a safe, shared experience where people come together in solidarity. The focus is on action—raising life-changing funds and awareness to ensure no young person has to sleep rough. By taking part, you’re joining a movement to create real change and provide young people with the support they need to rebuild their futures.

Is it safe?

Yes, all our Sleep Out events are held in secure locations with facilities, security, and a structured programme throughout the night.

Do I have to fundraise?

Yes – Sleep Out is a fundraising event, and we ask all participants to raise as much as they can to support Centrepoint’s vital work. We’ll provide support, tips, and resources to help you reach your target.

The fundraising target ensures that each participant plays a meaningful role in funding Centrepoint’s work. Every pound raised helps provide young people with the support they need - whether it’s a safe place to stay, mental health support, education, or job opportunities.

By taking part and reaching your target, you’re making a real difference in helping young people move on from homelessness and build a brighter future.

What will I do on the night?

The night will feature a range of activities and a panel discussion designed to give you deeper insight into youth homelessness and Centrepoint’s vital work. It’s a great chance to connect with staff, learn more about how we support young people and the challenges they face every day, and discover how you can get involved.

What should I bring?

We recommend bringing warm clothes, a sleeping bag, and any essentials for the night. We’ll send out a full kit list closer to the event.

Where will my fundraising go?

Your fundraising will go directly towards supporting young people who are at risk of experiencing homelessness, or have experienced homelessness.

£80

could pay for a study kit, including stationery and a backpack to help a young person succeed in education or work.
£300

could pay for a laptop for a young person to support their learning and keep them connected.
£500

could pay for 10 personal care kits which include a fresh set of clothes, shampoo, toothbrush and a clean towel for young people who left home with nothing.