5 Days for the Homeless
5 Days for the Homeless is a campaign that was started at the University of Alberta in 2005. Since then, the campaign has spread nationwide with the mission being to generate awareness about homelessness and raise funds for local charities. During this event, student participants forgo their basic necessities for five days, in hopes of stimulating conversations about homelessness. Since its inception, this movement has expanded to a national campaign with 19 other universities throughout Canada. The Hill BSS (and the University of Regina) have been part of the campaign since 2010.
Carmichael Outreach, a non-profit organization in Regina, is the BSS charity partner for the campaign. They offer emergency services and long-term support with a goal to end the chronic experiences of poverty and homelessness in our city. Carmichael focuses on strong community values including respect, dignity and empowerment.
This year’s campaign runs from February to March with our 5 Days sleepers participating during the week of February 26th - March 1st. This years fundraising goal of $30,000! Donation tables will be set up around campus all week and we will be accepting cash, card, and e-transfer.
The BSS will be hosting an event each day of the campaign at various venues with the proceeds supporting Carmichael Outreach. All university and community members are welcome to support and attend. The events are as follows:
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Kickoff and Trivia @ The Lazy Owl
This event marks the beginning of 5 Days for the Homeless at which representatives from Carmichael Outreach and the BSS will speak about the campaign. Entry will be granted with a minimum $10 donation at the door. Food will be served and a round of trivia will be played! Trivia teams will be made at the venue and the round will start at 7:00 PM.
Date: Sunday, February 25th, 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Burger Night @ Boston Pizza (Chuka Blvd)
Bring your friends, family, or coworkers for a meal at Boston Pizza that consists of a burger, fries, and a pop! Purchase your ticket through our Google form link on Instagram.
Date: Tuesday, February 27th, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Downtown Donation Day (Scarth St.)
BSS volunteers will be collecting donations in downtown Regina during the day on March 23. We’ll have tables set up on Scarth St!
Date : Thursday, February 29th, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Closing Reception @ Hotel Saskatchewan
The total amount raised this year will be announced, and we will be acknowledging all of the efforts by our sponsors!
Date: Friday, March 29th, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Live Music @ O’Hanlon’s Pub
Live music will be played, and there will be raffle prizes! Drink proceeds will be going to Carmichael Outreach.
Date : Thursday, March 22nd, 9:00 PM
Hill Case Competition
Students will have the opportunity to participate in the Hill Case Competition! Any university student can apply, and all of the proceeds go to Carmichael Outreach. Cash prizes are also available.
Date : Friday, March 15th, & Saturday, March 16th
Questions? Reach out to Alecia MacDougall at hillvpacademic@gmail.com.
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