On Friday 16th October, the ACCU Stadium in Huddersfield played host to the annual Giant Howarth’s Sleepout - a powerful initiative created in 2022 through a collaboration between the Huddersfield Giants Community Trust and Howarth’s Foundation.

Held each autumn as the temperature begins to drop, the sleepout provides a poignant, eye-opening experience designed to highlight the harsh realities faced daily by individuals experiencing homelessness. By bringing together local businesses, fans, and community members, the event raises vital funds and awareness to support the area’s most vulnerable people.

Stepping up for the community

At 4 Site Security, supporting local causes is woven into our values. Contract Manager Andy Hyde and Control Room and Mobile Manager Mike McAllister rose to the occasion by enthusiastically volunteering to sleep out under the stars to help raise funds.

Andy and Mike shared why they felt it so important to take part:

"I enjoy helping charities and thought it was a great cause which was well-suited to me as I enjoy the outdoors and camping. When work asked for donations such as sleeping bags etc. to support the sleep out, I thought that I would get well and truly stuck in and take part in the full sleep out experience." Andy 

“Having been homeless a couple of times myself years ago, I have felt strongly about supporting the Howarth foundation since joining 4 Site. I have been involved in a lot of events with them and this one was great to take part in. I am proof that people that are homeless can change and thrive in life with the help and support from organisations like Howarth.” Mike

Speaking on the importance of local business support, the Howarth’s Foundation said: "Being a self-funded charity, we really rely heavily on the business community to support us by offering employment opportunities for our service users and to help us fundraise. 4 Site Security is one of the many businesses who have continued to support us for a number of years now and we are so grateful for their support."

Can you help?

The event has already raised thousands of pounds to support vulnerable individuals across our local community, but the effort doesn't stop here. If you feel able to contribute, you can support the campaign directly via their JustGiving page:

Support the Giant Howarth's Sleepout on JustGiving

A huge thank you and congratulations to Andy and Mike for representing 4 Site Security with such heartfelt commitment!