On Friday 20th March 2026, the Big Newark Sleep Out returns to the YMCA Village in Newark – and you’re invited to be part of something powerful. For one night only, swap your bed for a sleeping bag under the stars and help raise vital funds to support young people facing homelessness in our community.
Hosted by YMCA Newark & Sherwood and Newark Emmaus Trust, this event brings together individuals, local businesses, and organisations with one shared mission: to create safe spaces, build confidence, and equip vulnerable young people with the life skills they need to thrive.
Why It Matters
Right now, more than 354,000 people in England are without a home – and that number continues to rise. Homelessness doesn’t discriminate. It can happen to anyone, at any time. The fear, uncertainty, and isolation that come with having nowhere safe to stay are unimaginable. Facing cold nights, unpredictable weather, and not always knowing where your next meal will come from – these are everyday realities for many. Through events like the Big Newark Sleep Out, we can come together and make a difference.
How You Can Help
Whether you’re sleeping out, sponsoring a friend, or simply spreading the word, your support matters. Every contribution – big or small – helps change lives.
Sign up or sponsor a sleeper here: https://the-big-newark-sleepout-2026.raiselysite.com/
We can’t promise clear skies, but we can promise a night of connection, compassion, and community spirit. Let’s stand together – and sleep out – so others don’t have to.
Proceeds will be shared between Newark Emmaus Trust & YMCA Newark and Sherwood.
