RBLI The Great Tommy Sleep Out

Shaun Stephen is raising money for Royal British Legion Industries
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RBLI's The Great Tommy Sleep Out · 1 March 2021

It's cold, it's dark, it's wet. Can you last the night? During the month of March, we are challenging you to join The Great Tommy Sleep Out. Sleep outside for one night to fundraise for RBLI and raise awareness of homeless ex-servicemen and women.

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The Great Tommy Sleep Out is a virtual challenge designed to build awareness and think about those that are homeless, especially at this time of year! There are over 6,000 veterans that are homeless and this is an opportunity to challenge yourselves and help us raise funds for veterans, and those with disabilities that RBLI supports. Many of these are living in precarious housing, or sofa surfing, as a result of broken families or personal financial difficulties. RBLIs holistic and practical approach provides help with adapted homes, depression, substance issues, health care, skills and employability, and tackles multiple issues at once. We support the most in need veterans, some of the most vulnerable people in the UK who are living with physical disabilities and mental health conditions. With our help they learn to overcome complex disabilities, homelessness, long-term health issues and addictions. Can you last the night? Sleep beneath stars and support our Armed Forces Community.

i am doing this challenge as RBLI help veterans like my Uncle, who served in the Afghanistan war and suffered life changing injuries after striking an Improvised Explosive device while out on duty. 

For those of you who know me, know I have gained a passion for being outdoors whether it be hiking or camping however, this will psychologically be more tough as I don’t have the “safety” of a tent.
I will be challenging myself and seeking discomfort using just a sleeping bag , foam mat and bivvy bag l. I’ll also use a tarp depending on forecasts etc! I’ll be sleeping out 3 nights minimum throughout March and for every £50 raised I’ll add on another night to the challenge!

All donations are very much appreciated !

Thank You
Shaun




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£450.00
+ £90.50 Gift Aid
Online
£450.00
Offline
£0.00

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