DY Director Mark Bramall will be joining other local business leaders in an overnight charity sleepout to raise funds for the Shrewsbury Town FC Foundation.
The event, taking place at The Croud Meadow stadium on Thursday 15 May, is part of the nationwide CEO Sleepout initiative, which brings together leaders from the business, academic and voluntary sectors to raise awareness of homelessness and hardship in the UK.
Mark, who has proudly served as a trustee of the Foundation for nine years, is passionate about supporting the charity’s work in the community.
“As a trustee of the Foundation, I’ve seen the positive difference the charity can make in our local community, and I’m very pleased to be taking part in an event that will raise vital funds,” said Mark.
“The Shrewsbury Town FC Foundation aims to utilise the power of sport to engage, inspire and strengthen our local community, using education, inclusion, employability and wellbeing programmes to deliver sessions that engage and develop local people, and inspire them to achieve — no matter their background or ability.
“By joining forces with other local business leaders at CEO Sleepout Shrewsbury, we hope to raise the profile of the work the Foundation does on a daily basis, as well as raise money to support its initiatives.”
Participants will spend the night under the stars at The Croud Meadow stadium, from 8pm to 6.30am, raising money through sponsorships and donations.
“The funds will help the Shrewsbury Town FC Foundation, Shrewsbury Ark, and the Shrewsbury Food Hub, so it’s very important that we raise as much as possible,” added Mark.
Throughout the night, volunteers will also hear personal stories from people who have experienced – and overcome – homelessness.
To support Mark’s fundraising efforts, visit: https://ceosleepout.enthuse.com/pf/mark-bramall