Fundraising
Fundraise for us
Fundraising is essential in order to carry out our support to those facing homelessness in Leeds.
Not only does fundraising help Simon on the Streets, it helps you get out of your comfort zone, experience new things and meet incredible people.
Whether you’re showing up as an individual, business or community project, there are plenty of ways to fundraise.
CHALLENGE EVENTS
Every year we have a varied range of challenge events you can take part in to raise money for our life-changing
and life-saving homelessness support.
From marathons to cycling events, there’s something for everyone and all abilities.
Take a look at our events calendar below to set yourself a challenge for 2026 and make a difference to your local community.
Simon’s Big Sleep Out
END HOMELESSNESS. SLEEP OUT WITH US. DATE: Thursday 8th October 2026 / LOCATION: Leeds Civic Hall, LS1 1UR This October, our annual flagship fundraiser Simon’s Big Sleep Out returns! On Thursday 8th October 2026, two days before World Homeless Day, we’ll be...
Paint & Sip Session
DATE: Wednesday 11th November 2026 / LOCATION: Left Bank, Cardigan Rd, Leeds, LS6 1LJ Join Simon on the Streets for our very first Mini Paint & Sip event; 'Sip, Paint and Support Simon!' We're excited to invite you to an evening of creativity, laughter, and great...
Wreath Making Workshop
DATE: Wednesday 25th November 2026 / LOCATION: Left Bank, Cardigan Rd, Leeds, LS6 1LJ Get crafty and spread some holiday cheer by making your own festive wreath with Simon on the Streets! Join us at Left Bank Leeds on Wednesday 25th November at 5:30 PM for a festive...
Fundraise your way
Need some inspiration?
Whether you’re flying solo or getting your colleagues involved, we’ve got plenty of ideas to help you get going.
Turn your hobby into a fundraiser for Simon On The Streets.
Help to help raise vital funds for our homelessness support by hosting a gaming event or stream.
Host a raffle to support the homeless in Leeds.
Bake delicious treats? Why not host a bake sale to raise money for us?
Can you and your colleagues take on Simon’s Step Challenge, to walk £15,000 steps a day?
Intro to come when info provided.
Partnerships and sponsorships
The Leeds business community is incredibly important to Simon on the Streets.
Your long-term corporate support shows a commitment to making a real difference in the local area and secures us sustainable funding, which enables us to plan ahead and deliver the best support we can for those facing homelessness.
Charity of the Year partnerships
Teams can unite to support a worthwhile local cause over the course of 12 months. Charity of the Year partnerships are a lifeline to us.
They show a 12 month commitment to helping us keep delivering meaningful work while you build strong relationships with our local business network.
If you’re interested in making us your Charity of the Year, just contact us below.
Simon’s 5-for-5
By joining the 5 for 5 Partnership with Simon on the Streets, you’re committing to donate £500 per year for 5 years.
These long-term partnerships help us generate valuable, sustainable income whilst you and your team come together over a shared cause.
Our 5-for-5 partnerships also come with a range of perks for your business. To find out more and to sign up, head to the link below.
Community fundraising
As a community, we’re stronger together. Being involved in a charity is incredible for boosting community bonds. Schools, colleges, universities, enterprises, we want to hear from you.
Whether you take part in our annual school Elf Run or do something entirely your own, we want to work with you!
View our fundraising pack to find out more.
What difference would your donation make?
£5
Provides a cup of tea and a sandwich to engage a rough sleeper.
£15
Could give someone a phone with credit, to help us stay in contact with them and remind them of their appointments.
£20
Could pay travel costs for a homeless person to attend a flat viewing or benefits appointment with our outreach worker.
£25-35
Could provide someone with one-hour support with our outreach worker to access a service for the first time.
£40 – £75
Could support a two-hour outreach session on the streets, providing emotional and practical support to rough sleepers.
£80 – £100
Provides a day’s one-to-one support to an entrenched rough sleeper, to help them begin to turn their lives around.
Make your money go further with GiftAid
Gift aid your donation to help even more people on the streets – at no extra cost to you. Gift Aid is a government scheme that allows charities to reclaim the tax that has already been paid on donations from UK taxpayers. If you choose to Gift Aid, the government will add an extra 25p to every £1 you give to Simon on the Streets.
What’s your reason for fundraising?
As well as raising vital funds to support people experiencing homelessness in Leeds,
there are many other reasons why you might choose to fundraise.
Below are just some of the reasons people decide to support Simon On The Streets.
If you’re fundraising in memory of someone, or to celebrate a person or milestone, please let us know,
we’ll make sure this is reflected and supported throughout your fundraising journey.
Fundraise in memory
Fundraising in memory of someone is a wonderful way to honour the memory of a loved one while making an important contribution.
Push your boundaries
Whatever the challenge, fundraising can be a great way to raise money for rough sleepers while challenging yourself to do something you’ve never done before.
Fundraise in celebration
Dedicating a special occasion, like a birthday or wedding, to fundraise for us is a great way for a lot of people to make a big impact.
Common questions
How do I send my donation?
There are many ways to give to Simon on the Streets, including online, by phone or by cheque. For more information please get in touch with us.
Does it cost to stay in emergency accommodation?
No. However, there may be a number of reasons why an individual may choose not to access emergency accommodation, but instead seek alternative accommodation in a b&b or hostel for the night.
An individual who has no recourse to public funds will not be eligible for housing support or emergency accommodation.
Can people with dogs access emergency accommodation?
Two kennels are now available at one hostel in Leeds. Anyone who is homeless with a dog can contact Housing Options in Leeds and tell staff that they have a dog.
What happens when your outreach workers find someone sleeping rough?
Every situation is different but usually when our outreach workers find a person sleeping rough they undertake an assessment with the person and offer them support. We will ask them if they would like help in accessing emergency accommodation.
However, not everyone wishes to access emergency accommodation and we will work with that individual based on what they wish to do, while providing practical support and information. Working with people one-on-one can take time and we often need to build a trusting relationship, meaning that you might not see a change in the person’s situation straight away although support is being offered.
Contact Us
If you would like to contact us about any of the fundraising options on this page, contact us below.
