Are you a school with a 6th Form or a College?
Why not hold your own Sleep Easy event and make a difference in the fight against homelessness!
Watch the Sleep Easy video from Lytchett Minster School
What is a 6th Form & College Sleep Easy?
For many years, schools and colleges have been hosting Sleep Easy fundraising events on behalf of YMCA Bournemouth.
Here’s how it works:
- Students: Sixth-form students seek sponsorship, build shelters out of cardboard boxes, and spend the night (in a safe environment at the school/college) ‘sleeping rough so others don’t have to.’
- YMCA Support: We provide comprehensive guidance, set up the fundraising platform, and supply all the materials and presentations your institution needs to make the event a success.
- Benefits: Students enjoy raising awareness and funds to combat homelessness, staff value the team-building and educational aspects, and everyone finds the experience rewarding and impactful.
A Look Back at 2024
Last year, 16 schools and colleges participated, raising a staggering £68,293 to support homelessness services in Dorset.
🏆 Top Fundraiser: Lytchett Minster School raised an incredible £7,918.07!
A huge thank you to everyone who took part and contributed much-needed funds to combat homelessness.
Here are some pictures from The YMCA School Sleep Easys 2024
Confirmed Schools & Colleges for 2025
We’re thrilled to announce the schools and colleges already signed up to host Sleep Easy events in 2025:
7th March 2025
- Bourne Academy – Sponsorship Available
- Talbot Heath – Sponsored by Evolve (View Campaign)
21st March 2025
- Parkstone Grammar – Sponsored by Frost & Co (View Campaign)
- Corfe Hills – Sponsored by Kindful Creative (View Campaign)
- The Bishop of Winchester – Sponsored by Tax Assist (View Campaign)
28th March 2025
- Queen Elizabeth School – Sponsored by Nicholas O’Hara Funeral Directors (View Campaign)
- Bournemouth School for Girls – Sponsored by Lester Aldridge (View Campaign)
Get Your School or College Involved
Would your school or college like to host its own Sleep Easy event?
YMCA Bournemouth would love to partner with you!
📞 Contact us for more details and support.
📧 Email: sheena.dayman@ymcabournemouth.org.uk
Together, let’s raise awareness, inspire change, and make a real difference in the lives of those affected by homelessness.
Real Stories
Danny’s Story
Danny has battled hard to get himself free of addiction but last year he also battled for others by organising a coffee morning in aid of cancer care.
Medhi’s Story
Mehdi is now a very successful businessman in Bournemouth but it has been a very difficult journey. A stay at YMCA Bournemouth changed his life.
Jess's Story
Jess became homeless after a mental health breakdown resulting from domestic violence. After her stay at YMCA Bournemouth she now lives in her own flat.