Ashley Murnane
The Big Sleep Out
Fundraising for Woolwich Service Users Project (WSUP)
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Happy Monday everyone!
I heard about this ‘Big Sleep Out’ charity event and I thought… that’s a bit of me! Sleeping over hiking is definitely more my vibe.
• Slippers not walking boots 😉
• Sweatpants and a giant hoodie
• A sleeping bag – that I’ll donate after the event 😊
• Snacks
• A chance to really bond with the rest of my Kidbrooke Team ❤
If you know me, you’ll know that charities that provide support and a safe space is something that’s really close to my heart. Things happen and circumstances can change rapidly and not everyone has the supportive friends and family unit they can reply on.
In Woolwich, there’s a grassroot charity called Woolwich Service Users Project (WSUP) who provide practical and emotional support for those seeking help in the community. They offer essential services including a warm and safe community space where people in need can access hot meals, showers, haircuts, a laundry services and a clothing bank. They also support people who are going through, or are at risk of, poverty, homelessness, addiction and any other life challenges.
For this fundraising event I will spend the night sleeping on the floor at Woolwich Works to raise money to support WSUP's essential services for the community. This event is about doing something different and whilst not out on the streets, WSUP want us to think about the number of people that are sofa surfing and still having to get up in the morning, head to work and act as if everything is okay.
