Sleep Out: Stage & Screen
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Use these tools and invite folks to join or support Sleep Out on August 18th, either virtually or in New York City. If you don't see the tool or content you're looking for, reach out to sleepout@covenanthouse.org.
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Sample Outreach Email
Hey Friend,
Have you heard of Covenant House's Stage & Screen Sleep Out? The short version is that you give up your bed for one night (Sunday, August 18) as a way to raise awareness and critical funds to shelter youth facing homelessness; the event is open to anyone who works in the theater, film and television industries — onstage, backstage and in any office that contributes to the business. I have decided to Sleep Out this year and I'm wondering if you'll join me.
Sleep Out is held at Covenant House's New York shelter on 41st Street, only blocks away from Broadway. That night, we'll get to know some of the young people who live there about their journeys to overcome homelessness. We'll also learn from Covenant House experts about why folks become homeless and how they work to care for them. And we do it all alongside our peers — it's a pretty unique community-building experience (check out some testimonials from past Sleepers here) and the direct impact for young people in our community is incredible.
I included the details below — what do you think? I would love to have you in the sleeping bag next to me! If you have any questions or hesitations, we can hop on the phone or I connect you with someone at Covenant House?
Your Friend
Sleep Out Details
When: Sunday, August 18, at 8pm - Monday, August 19, at 7am
(If you're not sure about your schedule, sign up anyway! You can always change your registration to participate virtually later)Where: Covenant House New York, 41st Street & 10th Ave. in Manhattan
What you give: create an online fundraising page when you register and set a goal of $1,000 (you don't have to reach it to attend, you just have to try!). The Covenant House team provides a step-by-step fundraising guide, sample materials, and hands-on (super friendly) coaches who will help you get there. Making a donation of your own is optional and it can be of any size.
What you get: a life-changing experience. I'm not exaggerating! Even Audra McDonald says so.
How to sign up: sleepout.org/event/stageandscreen and click Register!
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Sample Message about the Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court ruling of Johnson v. Grants Pass means that people who do not have a safe place to sleep at night can be ticketed, fined, or jailed — even if there is nowhere else to go. Youth facing homelessness can always find refuge at Covenant House, who, on top of providing 24/7 shelter and support (including legal aid) will fight at all levels to prevent the criminalization of homelessness and advocate for a path out of homelessness that doesn't include the criminal justice system.
My Sleep Out funds this vital work. Will you make a donation to help me reach my fundraising goal and support these young people? I need your help to get there and show these young people that they are not alone. INSERT PERSONAL URL