Participants in the Sleep Out must:

   • Be connected to the insurance or (re)insurance industry
   • Commit to raising awareness about the issue of youth homelessness
   • Strive to raise at least $2,000 in support of Covenant House leading up to the event, using the online portal provided

We expect participants to approach the event with an open heart, an open mind, and a willingness to work hard for something outside of your comfort zone. All participants are required to fundraise before the event, but you’re not on your own. Our team provides coaching, materials, and support to help you reach your goal.

Register online, or contact us at [email protected].

The Sleep Out is a unique experience that we hope encourages awareness, empathy, and understanding for the immeasurable odds that homeless young people overcome. But while awareness of a problem is important, it isn’t a solution.

We ask to Sleep Out participants to raise critical funds that allow Covenant House to offer safety, shelter, and support to homeless young people 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.  By fundraising, Sleep Out participants become part of the solution for homeless youth.

For this event, we ask participants to work towards a $2,000 fundraising goal. We know you can do it - getting started is as easy as sending an email - and our team is available every step of the way to provide the tips, materials, and guidance you need to reach your goal.

We invite you to participate with your friends and family, and youth participants do not have a fundraising goal in place -- we are just happy to have young people learning about Covenant House! 

Safety is our first and foremost concern, whether it is for the young people we serve or for supporters at events. Please choose a safe and legal location for your Sleep Out, such as your backyard, kitchen floor, etc. 

It is yet to be determined if any in-person elements of this Sleep Out will be offered. Due to COVID-19, we are continuing to keep health and safety top of mind. 

Yes, so long as they meet the eligibility requirements listed above and register for the event in advance. If you want, you can create a team page and invite friends, family, and co-workers to join (remember that all attendees must be registered). Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions.

We encourage you to participate virtually with your family, and while we encourage all participants to fundraise, youth do not have a required fundraising goal. 

We suggest you bring weather-appropriate clothing layers, personal toiletries and medications, and a smartphone (if you use one). Bring your own sleeping bag (sleeping bags will not be provided this year). 

Please refrain from bringing any luxury bedding items, pillows, etc. as we expect you to sleep rough for one night in solidarity for our homeless youth. We do not recommend that you sleep outside with any valuable items. We also ask that you refrain from bringing alcohol; Sleep Out is always a dry event.