FUNDRAISING PACKYour guide to the challenge of a night time

The challenge is simple: Tackle your tiredness, fight the fatigue, banish bedtime and whatever you do, don’t fall asleep!

INTRODUCTIONI'm absolutely delighted that you are joining us as we STAY:UP for homeless young people! Thank you, you're amazing.

This is our first ever STAY:UP challenge and we are so proud to have you involved. Across the UK there are thousands of vulnerable young people who are too scared to sleep and we won't rest until we change that. We hope to raise an incredible £500,000 to change the world for homeless young people, and we are relying on our amazing supporters, like you, to help us get there.

Whether you plan an all-night ride, a virtual pub quiz or the badminton coffee cup challenge like me, we can't wait to see your brilliant ideas come to life - the wackier the better! Please share your fundraising adventures using the hashtag #UpForTheNight and whatever you do, don't fall asleep!

Thank you again and we wish you good luck!

Di Gornall, Director of Fundraising

CONTENTSSection 1: Before the night• How to land your first donation and keep going

• Fundraising ideas to get you started

Section 2: During the night• How will you STAY:UP?

• Indoor activities

• Outdoor activities

• UP the challenge

• Share your challenge

• STAY:UP tips

Section 3: How your challenge can make a difference• Jamie's story

• How your fundraising will help homless young people

Section 4: After the night• Keep pushing!

Section 5: STAY:UP Safely

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SECTION 1: BEFORE THE NIGHT Cake delivery serviceDoes anyone you know have access to a car? Instead of a bake sale, they could volunteer to do a cake delivery service to sell on their own baked goods to their friends.

Outdoor fitness class Have you got a friend that's into their fitness? Why not head to your local park and bring your social bubble together for a weekly sports session - just £5 a class sounds like a bargain!

Virtual Book Club Finally, book clubs are cool again! Set up your own book club with colleagues, friends or family, and donate what you would have spent on drinks out at a bar to giving vulnerable young people a future.

Extra holiday day? Why not speak with your HR team at work and see if they would donate an extra holiday day to the best fundraiser in your company!

We've made it really simple for you to share your fundraising journey, tap into our bank of social media assets to save and download images

to use across your social media channels.

Don't forget to tag @CentrepointUK and use #UpForTheNight so we can show your posts some love!

FUNDRAISING IDEAS TO HELP REACH YOUR £100 TARGET (AND UP!)

How to land your first donation and keep going!When you sign up to STAY:UP a Just Giving page will be automatically created for you. All you have to do is activate it and then personalise your page with a photo, set your fundraising target (if you aim to raise more than £100) and add some details about why you're Staying Up for homeless young people, and the challenge you will be taking on for the night.

We find when people share their fundraising page to their networks, via WhatsApp, facebook and email, and convince their most generous donor to pledge the first gift - things can only be UP from there.

Virtual pub quiz/games night Organise an infamous lockdown zoom pub quiz or games night for your family, friends and colleagues to join in with. Charge a suggested £5 donation entrance fee.

Socially distanced summer BBQ Get a group together and enjoy some tasty food whilst raising vital funds at the same time, you could even do this alongside a raffle! (But remember to ensure it meets government guidelines.)

Virtual Raffle Invite your contacts to donate some cool prizes for a virtual raffle, just £1 a ticket or £3 a strip is a great way to incentivise people to donate.

Sponsored Virtual KaraokeI think we can all safely say that a Karaoke night is the one thing we all miss - see if your workplace will sponsor a virtual session with a prize for the best Bonnie Taylor rendition (or any other artist you fancy!).

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SECTION 2: DURING THE NIGHTHow will you STAY:UP for the night between 8pm and 8am?Here’s some inspiration to help you make the most of your all-night challenge. Just remember: whatever you do, don’t fall asleep!

STAY UP: INDOORSYoga Classes Yoga is an great activity to do from your living room or bedroom. It not only energises your body but can have an amazing impact on your state of mind, the perfect way to keep you engaged throughout the night.

Netflix Party Grab some popcorn and sit down with your STAY:UP cohort to dowload the Netflix Party app and simultaneously enjoy watching a film together.

Dance party/rave Maybe you know a few DJs who could do a live mix session over Zoom? Grab some drinks and have a dance around, make sure you all stay on mute to enjoy the music in full but use the chat section to stay connected. Or get together and have a socially distanced dance off.

Baking challenge Why not challenge yourself to bake something you've never had the time to bake before! You've got 12 hours…on your marks, get set…BAKE!

Badminton Coffee Cup Challenge This might sound simple but it's actually quite the challenge! All we ask is for you to hit the shuttle into the cup and for every shuttlecock caught, treat yourself to a cup of coffee! Film this success with the hashtag #UpForTheNight and we'll share your story on the night.

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Get creative Why not try some painting or buy the materials beforehand to learn the new and trendy macrame?

Crazy hair, don't care If you haven't yet experimented with your hair during lockdown, now is the time! Whether you fancy shaving your head or dying your hair pink, this is not only a great fundraising activity but will make great entertainment if you're brave enough to film yourself live on the night!

Party games Maybe you could get out an old board game or good old fashioned twister for a 4 a.m. booster. This is an amazing activity to pass by the time.

On the night we will be hosting some great content on our social channels - more on this to come as we get closer to 8th October! Make sure you tag @CentrepointUK and use #UpForTheNight so we can see what challenge you are undertaking for homeless young people.

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STAY:UP: OUTDOORSTackle your tiredness with some fresh air! There are a whole host of ways you can get out in the fresh air, whether it's an all night ride, a sunrise walk, or maybe team up with your neighbour for a socially distanced tennis match? Other ideas include:

• Group walk• Cycling• Running• Fitness &

cardio drills

• Picnic• Tennis match• Football game

UP THE CHALLENGE! If you’re worried about reaching your target, then why not UP your challenge and really challenge yourself to encourage more people to give? Get your trainers on and walk, run or cycle all night, throw down the gauntlet for some endurance gaming or stretch and flex ‘til morning with a 12-hour yoga sesh. Here are a few ideas:

• 12-hour dance marathon• 12 hours of gaming• 12-hour yoga challenge• 12 hours of cycling• 12 hours of drawing

SHARE YOUR CHALLENGEStaying Up? Shout about it!We would love to share your stories throughout the night, so keep us in your STAY:UP loop!

1. Snap and share a selfie every hour!

2. Record a thank you video for your different sponsors every hour

3. Share your progress on social media stories tagging @CentrepointUK and using the hashtag #UpForTheNight

STAY:UP TIPS When your eyes are getting heavy, try these handy tricks to STAY:UP!

THE SUPER UP!

Ask your sponsors to nominate a challenge every hour!

Ask your work teams to host

an hour of activities each!

Get up and move around! A bit of exercise is the best way to make your body feel energised.

Engage the brain. Playing a game of cards is a great way to motivate your STAY:UP cohort and keep each other going.

Have a sing-a-long. Why not try learning the lyrics to your favourite musical numbers.

Frequent healthly snacks - Boost your energy with a healthy snack. One of our personal favourites is peanut butter and apple slices, trust us... this does do the trick.

Drink plenty of water, keeping fluids up is essential in making sure you keep your energy up throughout the night.

"I’M BANISHING BEDTIME AND CYCLING ALL NIGHT FOR HOMELESS YOUNG PEOPLE!" Jack from London

"I'VE CHALLENGED THE INNER YOGI IN ME TO DO A DOWNWARD FACING DOG ON THE HOUR EVERY HOUR!" Grace from Manchester

You've got 12 hours to STAY:UP, but remember it's dark outside and your safety comes first, so sunset and sunrise are both great moments to complete an outdoor challenge.

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SECTION 3: HOW YOUR CHALLENGE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCEJAMIE'S STORYAt just 16, Jamie was referred to Centrepoint by social services. Since then, she sought help from Centrepoint on four different occasions over a period of six years and we were able to offer Jamie some stability amongst the chaos.

Jamie has now moved on from Centrepoint and has recently completed her Masters in Dance.

She is in the process of setting up an outreach expression workshop at Centrepoint to support current residents.

A Turbulent Home Life Jamie has had her fair share of chaos. Over six years she has moved back and forth from her mum's, stayed on friends' sofas, with boyfriends, and at a particularly low point, a tent in a park. She also privately rented with her brother and adopted her little sister for two years. Jamie stayed with Centrepoint on four different occasions during this period.

Coming to Centrepoint The emotional support Jamie received from Centrepoint helped her to get through some difficult periods and keep her on track. “Just having someone to talk to was really important. I couldn’t get that from anyone else at the time. I always knew there was someone there downstairs and that was comforting,” she recalls.

“It’s so important that Centrepoint are there. There are so many opportunities - I went travelling to the Lake District and learnt about wildlife; I was donated clothing and food. I really connected with some of my keyworkers, I could really talk to them when I couldn’t talk to anyone else. It was those conversations that were important. They really kept me on track and stopped me spiralling and doing silly things," she says.

Jamie is just one of the many young people Centrepoint support every year. 14,000 to be exact!

“I’m trying to get funding through the Arts Council. It’s called Moving Upwards. It’s a weekly workshop of 90 minutes. Its purpose is to discover any creative potential or talent that the young people may have. We do this through dance movement therapy, yoga, talking and its aim is to help them draw out any particular interests or talent in order to give them more of a positive outlook on their lives and their future,” she says.

YOUR ONE NIGHT WITHOUT SLEEP COULD CHANGE THE LIFE OF SOMEONE LIKE

JAMIE FOREVER

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HOW YOUR FUNDRAISING WILL HELP HOMELESS YOUNG PEOPLE:• £25 could pay for a health worker

to accompany a young person to a health appointment.

• £50 could cover the cost of one key worker session.

• £75 could help provide essential food supplies for one young person for 5 weeks.

• £100 could cover the cost of three relationship advice sessions for young people who have suffered abuse and neglect to help rebuild the vital skills they need to maintain healthy personal relationships.

• £200 could pay for the purchase and installation of a new washing machine in the young person's new home.

• £300 could pay for 15 counselling sessions for a young person.

• £500 could pay for 16 sessions of nutrition and cooking, including ingredients.

• £700 could help buy tools for a plumbing apprenticeship.

• £800 could pay for an initial mental and physical health assessment for 20 homeless young people, ensuring they get the support and treatment they urgently need.

• £1000 from 6 committed supporters could pay for a year of training courses for 10 young people, giving them vital life skills.

SECTION 4: AFTER THE NIGHTKEEP PUSHING!We imagine that the night is going to be very busy, but we want you to remember that your fundraising doesn't have to stop there. The next day you will be exhausted but whetever adrenaline you have left in you, this is the moment to share your story with anyone who got their 8 hours sleep. Remember, people will have been sleeping and will be so excited to hear about your challenge.

1. Now you've had a night without sleep share your experience with your network. Maybe you have some photos or decided to write a diary of what you got up to, this is exactly what your sponsors will want to hear about!

2. Put out stories on your social media channels saying you've completed the challenge. People are more likely to sponsor you after they've seen you've done it, so let people know what you've learned and how close you are to your target.

3. Speak with your HR team to see if your workplace offers matched funding to double your incredible fundraising efforts!

FUN FACT:Just Giving

says that 20%

of fundraising

happens after the event

Every pound raised is so incredibly important to Centrepoint. The intensive support needed by young people who have become homeless can only be delivered with the support of amazing fundraisers like you. We can't thank you enough for taking on this challenge.

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SECTION 5: STAY:UP SAFELYYour safety is even more important to us than your fundraising. Please read below for more information about keeping yourself safe and looking after your wellbeing when taking part in STAY:UP.

Following a night of no sleep, you may experience fatigue, lack of focus, and a short temper the next day. Please take our safety advice into consideration in order to reduce any risks to your wellbeing and safety during the night and the next day.

If you have any questions about this, please email stayup@centrepoint.org

Caffeine and Alcohol intakeDuring the night, closely monitor your caffeine and alcohol intake if you choose to drink these, and following recommended allowances for both. Caffeine in its various forms may feel the obvious choice when staying up overnight, but please do stay aware of how much you are consuming over a short period.

Activities at homeGenerally, activities at home is a safe option, but do be aware that your brain does not work on its full capacity without sleep. Therefore if you are doing an activity such as baking or crafting, please do these in short periods of time rather than continuously. If your activities include noise e.g. music or TV for example, please do keep sound to a minimum overnight and be courteous to your neighbours. If you feel it may disturb them, do just discuss with them in advance.

Activities at workIf your STAY:UP challenge is held at work you will need to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act and COVID-19 government guidelines concerning social distancing. You will need to ensure you have permission from the building manager to use your place of work. You will also need to consider possible risks, accidents, or legal issues about your venue/workplace. The best way to identify any potential accidents or hazards is to complete a risk assessment. If you have never done one before, take a look at some guidance and download a free template here.

Activities outsideIf one or two of your activities will take place outside, we would recommend doing this at either sunset or sunrise to maximise lighting on your route, and ensure other members of the public will be around. In addition, please check your route is well lit and that you know where

you will be going. We suggest doing the activity with at least another person if possible, permitting government guidelines around social distancing at the time. If the weather is bad such as extremely high winds or a storm, have a backup activity for inside. If you are planning to up the challenge by having an activity marathon, please read our advice on this below.

UP the challenge and activity marathonsIf you are choosing to UP the challenge or plan on taking on an activity for the 12-hour period, please do be aware of the risks of doing the same activity for extensive periods. Do take regular breaks, especially if you are looking at an electronic device or screen. If you plan to do this activity marathon outside, we recommend you only do this with a team of people, rather than on your own. Your safety is our number one priority and being outside overnight for an extensive period will be much safer in a group. Please ensure you also have the appropriate venue permissions and security for these plans.

Using a venueIf you plan to use a venue for your activities, inside or outside, there are a few things you need to consider. Firstly, make sure you obtain permission from the venue owner. Secondly, think about the possible risks, accidents or legal issues. The best way to identify any potential accidents or hazards is

to complete a risk assessment. If you have never done one before, take a look at some guidance and download a free template here. Lastly, consider the first aid you will need at your venue – whether it be a first aid kit, a qualified first aider, or volunteer support from St John’s Ambulance or the British Red Cross.

The next dayFollowing a night of no sleep, you may experience fatigue, lack of focus, and a short temper. Please limit your urgent commitments the next day if you can do so. Please do not drive or cycle, and take care if you are walking in particularly busy areas. Go to bed early the next night, and take a nap during the day if required. If you have to work the next day, especially if this is not from home, please do consider your individual risks.

COVID-19 Government GuidelinesPlease follow all COVID-19 government guidelines concerning social distancing when taking part in the event. You can see the updated advice here.

Raffles and lotteriesYou may plan to hold a raffle or prize draw as part of your fundraising for the night. If you have a raffle or prize draw, make sure all the tickets are the same price and that you name the winner during the event period. Read more about raffles and prize draws here.

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GET IN TOUCHYou are amazing, thank you! We wish you the very best with your fundraising. If you

need a helping hand, some advice or have any questions, please do get in touch.

stayup@centrepoint.org