Homelessness in the West of Ireland is growing faster than any other region around the country, while the number of people in emergency accommodation in the West alone increased by 105% from May 2017 to May 2018. Behind these statistics are real people; individuals and families who are struggling to get through life living in emergency accommodation. With a local housing supply that is inadequate to meet the current demand for homes, the need for a focus on prevention has never been greater! 100% of funds raised through this years Sleep Out will support Galway Simon's plan to extend the reach of their Homelessness Prevention & Housing services. Your donation could help to: - Extend County Outreach Services to reach more people at risk of homelessness. - Provide additional homes for young people in their dedicated Youth Service. - Acquire additional housing for their Housing First initiative which will support rough sleepers to transition into a home of their own.