Rochdale AFC Community Trust and Petrus Raise £7,875.52 in “Sleepout So No One Is Left Out” Fundraiser
10th October 2025
Rochdale AFC Community Trust and Petrus Raise £7,875.52 in “Sleepout So No One Is Left Out” Fundraiser.
In a remarkable display of community spirit, Rochdale AFC Community Trust and Petrus have successfully raised £7,875.52 through their “Sleepout So No One Is Left Out” fundraiser, held on Friday 29 August 2025 at the Crown Oil Arena.
The event saw participants spend a night outdoors to raise awareness and funds for homelessness support in the borough. The funds will be equally split between the two charities to aid their ongoing efforts in supporting vulnerable individuals.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to all those who contributed to this cause. Special recognition is extended to the following individuals and teams for their outstanding fundraising efforts:
- Silvana Devine from Petrus– Raised £642.34, surpassing her £500 goal to support Petrus.
- Rochdale AFC Community Trust – Actively participated and supported the event.
- Dale1907 – Led the donation leaderboard with significant contributions.
- In Their Shoes – Demonstrated exceptional community involvement.
- Zen Internet – Provided substantial support to the fundraising efforts.
- Team SHMA – Shared their experiences, highlighting the humbling nature of the event.
Following the sleepout, both charities came together to officially split the funds during the Rochdale AFC vs Halifax match on Wednesday 1 October 2025, symbolizing their united commitment to supporting those in need.
“We are deeply grateful for the generosity and compassion shown by all participants and donors,” said Scott Webster from Rochdale AFC Community Trust. “This fundraiser not only raised vital funds but also brought our community closer together in support of a common cause.”
A massive thank you to Ingeus UK who rolled up their sleeves and helped us give the Pearl Street Stand a good clean just days before the sleepout!
Petrus echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the significant impact of the funds in aiding their mission to assist individuals facing homelessness.
The success of this event underlines the power of community action and partnership in tackling social issues, with Rochdale AFC Community Trust and Petrus committed to continuing their work to make an impact in the local community.
For more information on how to support either charity or get involved in future events, visithttps://www.rochdaleafccommunity.org/ or https://www.petrus.org.uk/
