On November 14th, Technical Resources will participate in the Centrepoint Corporate Sleepout to raise awareness and funds to help end youth homelessness.

The Centrepoint Corporate Sleepout encourages guests to give up their beds for one night, sleeping out at the Oval Cricket Ground.

This experience will also provide an opportunity for Technical Resources to hear directly from young people whom Centrepoint has supported, deepening our understanding of the challenges they face and the impact we can have.

We've set an ambitious goal to raise £8,000 for Centrepoint, and we would greatly appreciate your support. Every donation helps us get closer to ending youth homelessness.

What is Centrepoint's mission, and why is it so vital?

Youth homelessness in the UK is a severe issue, with nearly 136,000 young people seeking help from local authorities in 2022-23, though the actual number is likely much higher. The primary causes include family breakdown, leaving care, and mental health challenges. Young people without stable housing often face unsafe situations like sofa surfing, which makes Centrepoint’s mission so vital.

Centrepoint is committed to ending youth homelessness by 2037. They support nearly 14,000 young people annually through initiatives like prevention programs for at-risk youth, supported housing services, education and employment training, and financial and legal advice.

Their Independent Living Programme helps young people gain permanent housing, and their policy work aims to influence government decisions. Centrepoint also collaborates with over 100 organisations to tackle homelessness nationwide.

Our History with Centrepoint

We have been proud supporters of Centrepoint for many years - making monthly contributions to the charity. The company has donated over £140,000 since we began our support. We've also participated in a variety of fundraising events, including previous Sleep Outs, Tough Mudders, as well as holding smaller internal fundraisers like Halloween bake-offs.

Why is Centrepoint important to Technical Resources?

Our Director’s Story

Our Managing Director, Alan Derry experienced difficult times during his late teenage years and fully understands the importance of Centrepoint’s work. At 16, while starting his apprenticeship, his relationship with his family broke down, forcing him to leave home. He was fortunate to find shelter with a group of punks and support from the band he played in, but he experienced firsthand the challenges of homelessness.

By age 25, he had re-entered the workforce, starting his journey in recruitment. By 2000, he had worked his way up the recruitment ladder and founded Technical Resources. Now, he is proud to give back and support young people facing similar challenges.

A Message from Irene, Member of the Technical Resources Centrepoint Committee

"My brother John was eight years older than me, and we were extremely close growing up. At 16, John developed a drinking problem that he battled throughout his adult life. Despite support from family and friends, he eventually hit rock bottom and became homeless.

John found solace in a soup kitchen in North London, where he was befriended by two lovely women from a local church. With their help, he was eventually housed, worked hard on his sobriety, and found employment with Harringay Council as an outreach worker. He was even recognised by the council for his work with the homeless.

Sadly, John passed away in 2022 from a massive heart attack. After his death, Harringay Council named a development of bespoke homes for the homeless after him. When I had the opportunity to join Technical Resources, the work they do with Centrepoint resonated deeply with me. I am proud to play a part in helping vulnerable homeless people and carrying on what my brother started."

How you can help

If you'd like to donate - click here to donate to the Technical Resources Sleep Out fundraising page.

To learn more about Centrepoint and their mission, visit this link

Thank you for your support in helping us make a difference for young people facing homelessness.