Around 130 islanders are due to give up their beds tonight to raise awareness and funds to help tackle homelessness in Jersey.
Sanctuary Trust’s annual Sleep Out is scheduled to take place in Pier Road Car Park tonight from 20:00.
Participants will enjoy hot soup and bread, tea and coffee, acoustic music – including a song written especially for the charity – and a breakfast snack in the morning.
The event, which raised £30,000 last year, is hoping to raise £50,000 this year to support men facing homelessness in the Island.
I’ll always emphasise that the Sleep Out is not about replicating homelessness – it’s about solidarity, awareness, and raising the funds we urgently need to continue supporting people in crisis
Sanctuary Trust chair Tim Ringsdore
Sanctuary Trust chair Tim Ringsdore said: “The Sleep Out is Sanctuary Trust’s flagship event of the year.
“Earlier in 2025, I spent a week sleeping outdoors in St. Aubin for my ‘Week Without a Home’ challenge, which was set by our residents. That gave me just a glimpse of how tough it can be.
“But I’ll always emphasise that the Sleep Out is not about replicating homelessness – it’s about solidarity, awareness, and raising the funds we urgently need to continue supporting people in crisis.”
Sanctuary Trust CEO Sarah Tumelty added: “The Sleep Out is a chance for businesses and individuals to come together, take on a challenge, and make a real difference.”
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Islanders can donate to the fundraiser online.