Sleep in the Park

Low income families live in deeper poverty now than 12 years ago. Low-income single parent families live approximately $9,500 below the poverty line. (2006 Report Card on Child Poverty in Ontario) That is an alarming statistic which moves people to action. The Salvation Army has a one night event focused on bringing awareness and funds in for homelessness initiatives.

This annual event has taken place in Dunnville and Hamilton and this year is expanding to London. This event includes guest speakers, live local music, homelessness education and the opportunity to Sleep in The Park so that others in our communities don’t have to. This event connects with the community as a whole. Its message of hope, inspiration and understanding brings people together to make a difference in the lives of people around them.

Students, families and concerned citizens are asked to attend Sleep in the Park on Friday, October 3rd 2008. Hundreds of participants will be collecting sponsorships from people and then have the opportunity to sleep in the park for one night in a tent, cardboard box or sleep on the ground.

Sleep in the Park gives us a glimpse into understanding how difficult life without a home can be and to grasp just a fraction of what they go through day by day. Will you help us put homelessness to rest? Visit Sleep in the Park to register and to find out more information.