Paul Morrish, LandAid’s Chief Executive, said: “A huge thank you to everyone who braved the freezing cold and slept out during the biggest LandAid SleepOut ever and our first Scottish SleepOut. It’s amazing to see the event grow year on year. We hope this will be the first of many.
While the experience gives everyone a very good idea of how tough sleeping outside is, one night outside does not replicate the true reality of rough sleeping that faces thousands of young people all over the UK. With the efforts of hundreds from the property industry, we have raised enough funds to make a real difference by providing safe and secure places for young people who can now focus on building a brighter future, rather than worrying about their night-to-night sleeping spot.”
Craig Munro, Hollis’ Regional Head, said: "Hollis are delighted to be a sponsor of LandAid’s first ever Scotland SleepOut. Having supported the event in England for many years we know the impact it has in bringing the property industry together to raise money to help end youth homelessness – a vital cause that we must all do our bit to tackle."
Kathy Murdoch, Centre Manager at Buchanan Galleries said: “We’re extremely proud to have supported LandAid by providing them with the space to host its first Scottish SleepOut.
It was so heartwarming to see so many people in Glasgow descend on our car park, brave the cold and sleep out for one night to raise vital funds and awareness for this great initiative – and we’re grateful to have been able to contribute where we could for this fantastic cause.”
If you would like to support, donations are still being accepted for the 2023 SleepOut, which can be made here.
Photographer credits: Alan McActeer