Rangers fans can now sign up for a sleepover at Ibrox stadium to raise money for vital causes.

The Rangers Charity Foundation is launching this year's Big Ibrox Sleep Outs which will raise money for charities including Glasgow City Mission, Simon Community Scotland and other partners. 

The Sleep Outs will take place on Friday and Saturday, November 15 and 16.

(Image: Frank Graham) It comes after over 40,000 homelessness applications have been made over the last year, an increase of over 1,000 compared to 2022 to 23, and the highest in over 10 years.

The foundation believes it is more important than ever to support their partners in the work they do to help those experiencing homelessness.

Jack Geddes, Glasgow City Mission's fundraising manager,  said: “Glasgow City Mission is extremely grateful to the Rangers Charity Foundation for their ongoing support of those affected by homelessness in Glasgow.

“We also thank the Rangers supporters who will be taking part in the Sleep Outs with such enthusiasm and care for those they are helping.”

(Image: Rangers Charity Foundation) Simon Community Scotland provides information, care, support, accommodation, and homes to people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

They operate a drop-in support hub, helpline, street team, and emergency and supported accommodation sites in Glasgow and North Lanarkshire. 

Funds raised from the Sleep Outs will support Simon Community's brand new Connect Hub for women experiencing homelessness in Glasgow which opened in May 2024 and is already helping 20 to 30 women a day with practical, emotional, and psychological support.

Murray Easton, head of fundraising and communications at Simon Community Scotland, said: “Everyone at Simon Community Scotland is delighted to be partnering with the Rangers Charity Foundation once again for the 2024 Big Ibrox Sleep Outs.

“Right now, between 30 and 40 people are rough sleeping in Glasgow every night. Thousands more are staying in emergency and temporary accommodation.

"The housing emergency is a people emergency, and we need all the help we can get.

“I really enjoyed attending the start of the Big Ibrox Sleep Out last year and meeting so many positive and kind-hearted people who were sleeping out to raise funds for our work and for the other brilliant charities supported through these events.

“I hope to say thanks in person again, but in advance, thanks to all who sign up and all the family, friends and fans who sponsor everyone taking part. You make a real difference."

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Connal Cochrane, Rangers Charity Foundation's chief executive, added: “Homelessness is a cause close to the hearts of our supporters and we are committed to playing our part in trying to end homelessness in the City of Glasgow as well as bring awareness to this important issue.”

“Our Big Ibrox Sleep Outs have raised £341,500 in total for homelessness-related projects to date thanks to the amazing backing we have received from the Rangers family and given the dismaying figures announced recently, there has clearly never been a greater need for our support.

“We’d like to say a huge thank you also to Rangers kit sponsor 32Red, who have again pledged generous support to the Foundation and to every fan taking part in the Sleep Outs.

“32Red will continue to kick-start every participant’s fundraising by donating their first £10 of sponsorship and will sponsor the fantastic hot breakfast provided for everyone in the morning after the event."

Fans taking part in this year's event should bring warm clothing and a sleeping bag, while the Foundation will provide hot soup and beverages in the evening and a hot breakfast in the morning.

As places are limited, the Foundation is asking all participants to raise a minimum of £100.

Anyone who raises £150 or more will become a True Blue Hero and will be invited to receive an exclusive medal from a First Team player at a special reception at Ibrox.

To sign up visit www.rangerscharity.org.uk.