Sleep Out 2026

We Are Community

Huckleberry House’s Sleep Out is more than just a night outside. It is a powerful movement that brings our community together for young people facing homelessness.

Each year, individuals and teams come together to raise awareness and critical funds to support young people navigating housing instability in our community. Participants spend the night outside to better understand the challenges youth face when they lack a safe place to call home.

Sleep Out reminds us that no young person should face homelessness alone. When we come together, we become part of the support system that helps young people find safety, stability, and hope.

Every dollar raised helps provide shelter, resources, and support
to young people as they work toward stability and independence.

Event Details

📅 Date | Friday, May 29, 2026
📍 Location | First Congregational Church
                         444 E Broad St
                         Columbus, OH 43215
🕕 Time | From Friday at 6pm until Saturday at 8am

     Here is a tentative timeline:
 
     Friday, May 29

• 6:00 PM | Check-in Begins
• 7:00 PM | Evening Program, including a Panel discussion and, new this year, a Guest Speaker!
• 10:30 PM | Settle in for the night

• 6:00 AM | Wake Up 
• 6:30 AM | Breakfast and Debrief
• 8:00 AM | Thank you + Good Morning!

What Happens at Sleep Out?

Sleep Out is a mission-focused event that combines education, reflection, and action. The night includes:

• Panel Discussion | Hear from community leaders and professionals working to end youth homelessness in central Ohio.
• Community & Reflection | Connect with other participants, learn about solutions, and take part in conversations about how our community can support young people.
• Sleeping Outside | Spend a night outside with only what you bring, raising awareness of the challenges unhoused youth face and standing in solidarity with young people experiencing homelessness.

🎥 Hear from Matt Barnes, NBC 4 Today Co-Anchor, about what Sleep Out is all about by visiting our video gallery! (Note: this video is from last year's event. We have a different location and timeline - however,​ the flow of the event will remain the same.)

Mark your calendars with these important dates:

• Sponsorships now available | Would your company like to sponsor this event? Check out our Sponsorship tab for more info!
• Registration opens | April 13th!

We are community. Together, we show young people that they are not alone. Together, we create pathways to safety, stability, and brighter futures.