Buyagift Sleepout Crew

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Team fundraiser10 membersHerts Young Homeless Group
£8,463
raised of £7,500 target
We provide advice, mediation and support to prevent homelessness in Hertfordshire

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This year Buyagift is sponsoring the St Albans sleepout in support of our charity partner Herts Young Homeless. Along with a lump sum donation from the company we will be sending volunteers to help out on the night - but most importantly a team of intrepid fundraisers have committed themselves to sleeping out to raise awareness as well as much needed cash for this awesome charity.

Update 20th - well we did it! We were very lucky with the weather but even so it was a tricky night and a powerful reminder of how lucky we are and a glimpse at the reality of what homeless people have to endure. Thanks everyone for sponsoring us. There is still time if you want to contribute and don’t forget Buyagift will match what we raise!!!

Update 19th Nov - so we are now 10 people and the sleepout is happening tonight. We've been so impressed by how much everyone has given and contributed to our efforts. This morning 3 of our leadership team did the Ice Bucket Challenge (picture below) and our own Star Baker Anita has made cakes for all the sleepers at the event tonight.

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About the charity

Herts Young Homeless (hyh) focus is on preventing youth homelessness. Our services include education in schools, family mediation and supporting 16-24 year olds in their first homes. We empower young people to be able to deal with difficult situations in their lives and ultimately find stability.

Donation summary

Total raised
£8,462.49
+ £1,210.50 Gift Aid
Online donations
£7,962.49

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