Homelessness is an all too familiar sight on our streets, and sadly, it’s on the rise. As the CEO of Ecrebo, a retail technology company based in central Reading, I’m privileged to live a very comfortable life where I never have to worry about not having a roof over my head. But I know not everyone is as lucky as I am.

Every year, Launchpad, Reading’s local homelessness prevention charity, organises Big Sleep Out, a fundraising challenge where people swap the luxury of their home and a comfortable bed, for a cardboard box and a sleeping bag for the night – all to raise vital funds and
help prevent homelessness. I’ve signed up to take part this year, and I’ve
managed to convince some of my Ecrebo colleagues to join me.

So, on the night of Thursday the 10th of October, which coincides with World Homeless Day, we’ll be swapping our comfy beds for a sleeping bag and sleeping out on the ground in the iconic and historic Reading Abbey Ruins. Every penny we raise will help Launchpad continue to provide vital support for people and families who don’t have a stable place to live or are at risk of losing their home.

You can learn more about Launchpad’s
vitally important work here: http://www.launchpadreading.org.uk/

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