What is the SleepOut?

The ISRA-UK SleepOut for Gaza is a powerful opportunity to support the victims of the ongoing crisis in Gaza, Palestine. By volunteering to spend a night outdoors, you’re not just challenging yourself, but you’re also raising vital funds for children in Gaza who desperately need our help during these challenging winter months.

How it works?

Upon arrival, we’ll provide you with a large cardboard box and a plastic bag for your emergency shelter. Feel free to bring a tent or extra cardboard for added comfort. Dress warmly, bring a waterproof sleeping bag, and get creative with fairy lights and arts and crafts for a chance to win the ‘best dressed’ shelter award!

How to fundraise?

Share your commitment with family and friends, explaining why you’re spending a night outside so that a child in Gaza won’t have to. Every penny raised through sponsorship will directly contribute to our Gaza appeal, providing essential shelter, winter wear, blankets, and more.
Donations can come from family, friends, work colleagues and even yourself!
You will find a sponsorship form on your event pack, which you can print out and fill out as you collect donations. Alternatively, you can set up your own fundraising page on ISRA-UK’s JustGiving platform here, or at MuslimGiving here.

Steps to setup your JustGiving fundraising page:  

1. Click on JustGiving

2. Decide whether you are fundraising in memory of someone by responding with a simple Yes or No.

3. Click on “Just Fundraising.”

4. Specify the amount you aim to raise for your cause.

5. Personalise your fundraising page to make it uniquely yours.

6. Select and add a cover for your page from the available options.

7. Once satisfied with the customisation, launch your fundraising page.

8. Share your page with friends, family, and on social media platforms to increase visibility and support for your cause.

EVENT DETAILS:

• Times: Arrive between 6pm – 8pm; no admission after 8pm (unless prior notice is given). Stay with us until the next morning, enjoying breakfast provided by us.
• Toilets: Indoor facilities available throughout the event.
• Food and Drink: Available for purchase until 11pm. If you plan to eat later, bring some snacks.
• Security: The site is secured with walls and gates, locked after 10 pm.
• Presentation: Between 10pm and 11pm, learn more about ISRA-UK’s work with short talks and light entertainment. Winners of the ‘best shelter’ will be announced.

Who can do it?

Everyone! Parents, children, grandparents, friends, and more! (Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult and supervised at all times.)

How to sign up?

Click on the button below and fill out the registration form. You’ll be contacted shortly with your welcome pack and instructions. Closing date for registrations: Wednesday 7th February 2024 at 5pm (or sooner if we reach capacity).