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!