OLD DUBBO GAOL TO HOST DUBBO COMMUNITY SLEEPOUT
Locals are encouraged to support locals in need at the annual Vinnies Dubbo Community Sleepout. The fundraising event will be held on Friday 30 August at the Old Dubbo Gaol and will see community members brave the cold for a night with the aim to raise funds to help break the cycle of homelessness.
“The Community Sleepout is a great community event that supports local people in need,” said Dubbo Regional Council Mayor, Mathew Dickerson.
“I will be braving the cold for a night again this year and hope to see lots of members of the community take up the challenge as well,” said Clr Dickerson.
Modelled after the annual CEO sleep out that takes place in metropolitan cities, the Dubbo Community Sleep Out is open to all, with Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) partnering with the Dubbo St Vincent De Paul team to ensure funds raised stay local.
This year participants are raising money to support people throughout the Dubbo region who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness and will assist to break the cycle of disadvantage.
Funds raised from the 2024 Dubbo Community Sleepout will provide food assistance, clothing, bedding and swags/tents for the Dubbo community homelessness and will ensure these services are continuing to be provided across the local region.
“Any member of the local community can register and join in to raise funds for Vinnies at the Community Sleepout. You can register as a team or an individual,” said Vinnies Community Sleepout Event Coordinator, Gabrielle McDonell.
“Every day Vinnies helps people through various programs and provides assistance for homeless men, women and families, migrant and refugee assistance and support for people living with mental illness,” said Ms McDonell.
Participants are encouraged to bring along a sleeping bag, pillow, water bottle, warm clothing and a blanket if you feel the cold.
To register for the Dubbo Community Sleepout visit my.fundraise.vinniesnsw.org.au/vinnies-community-sleepouts/dubbo-community-sleepout-1.
Last Edited: 01 Aug 2024