Sleep Out Participants Share Their Experience

  • 18 September 2025

With the Step by Step Sleep Out now only three weeks away, we’re starting to get truly excited for the event.

But it’s not just our team that is passionate about Sleep Out, and the opportunity to raise vital funds and awareness – past participants have shared with us their thoughts on the experience. Here’s what some of them told us…

“What an incredible night! It was an honour to be part of Sleep Out 2024 alongside 120 amazing individuals, all coming together to support such an important cause.”

“It was a night that helps people who don't usually think about issues like this understand how hard it can be for those who are less fortunate.”

“This was a very good reminder of the conditions many young people find themselves in. I was very aware that I was part of a group, not sleeping out on my own, that I had access to food, drink and toilet whenever I wanted it.”

“Despite the cold and long hours, it turned out to be a truly inspiring experience. We listened to some incredible young people who have been supported by Step by Step, and it was moving to hear how the charity has provided not just shelter, but also guidance and hope for a better future.”

“I would absolutely encourage others to get involved. Taking part and raising funds for Step by Step is truly rewarding.”

“Looking forward to seeing the continued impact of Step by Step and this incredible event.”

You can be one of our Sleep Out heroes this year – sign up for Sleep Out 2025 and join us in taking a stand against youth homelessness.