Last night, a small group of colleagues from Angel swapped the comfort of home for a night outdoors at the Eden Project, taking part in the Eden Sleep Out to raise funds and awareness for St Petrocs and their vital work tackling homelessness across Cornwall. Together, we've raised £212 for this important cause.
A night to reflect
Taking part in the Sleep Out was a worthwhile experience and certainly gave us plenty to think about. While one night outside cannot compare to the reality of experiencing homelessness, it did remind us just how much we take for granted.
We knew we'd be heading home the following morning to a warm shower, a hot breakfast and the comfort of our own homes. For people experiencing homelessness, the challenges don't end when the night is over.
Finding somewhere to wash, clean clothes, food and a safe place to sleep are just some of the everyday challenges. Without a stable home, even things like finding employment, opening a bank account or rebuilding your life can become incredibly difficult.
The experience encouraged us to look beyond assumptions, better understand the barriers people face and recognise the importance of the support needed to help break the cycle of homelessness.
Supporting St Petrocs
St Petrocs works across Cornwall to support people experiencing homelessness, helping individuals find safe accommodation and access the support they need to build a more secure future.
We're proud to have played a small part in supporting their work, raising both funds and awareness through the Eden Sleep Out.
A big thank you to everyone who took part and supported our fundraising.
There's still time to donate!
If you'd like to help us raise even more for St Petrocs, you can still contribute through our fundraising page.
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