adminJACK BUTLAND CALLS ON RANGERS FANS TO HELP END HOMELESSNESS IN GLASGOW
Rangers have announced the return of the Big Ibrox Sleep Outs, hosted by the Rangers Charity Foundation and supported by 32Red, taking place on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th November.
Fans can sign up to take part in the annual event, where participants will sleep overnight at Ibrox Stadium, experiencing the cold conditions faced by those without a home.
The initiative aims to raise vital funds for homelessness charities in Glasgow and the Foundation’s community projects.
As part of their commitment, 32Red will donate the first £10 of every participant’s fundraising total, helping to kickstart the effort. In addition, anyone attending on Friday 14th November will receive a free ticket to the Rangers v Celtic Women’s match at Ibrox before the sleep out begins.
Jack Butland’s Call to Action
Goalkeeper Jack Butland praised the campaign and urged fans to get involved:
“Over the last 10 years, the Big Ibrox Sleep Outs have made a massive impact on tackling homelessness in Glasgow. These initiatives are invaluable, and the work both the Rangers Charity Foundation and 32Red do is amazing. As players, we’re proud of our supporters who continue to take on this challenge to help people without a home.”
Supporting Glasgow’s Most Vulnerable
Half of the funds raised will go directly to Glasgow City Mission and Simon Community Scotland, two key charities fighting homelessness. The other half will support the Rangers Charity Foundation’s ongoing community outreach.
Glasgow City Mission, founded in 1826, runs the city’s Winter Project, providing emergency shelter and long-term solutions for those rough sleeping.
Simon Community Scotland works to ensure everyone has a safe place to live by offering housing, essentials, and support services. Funds from the Sleep Outs will go towards winter clothing, starter packs for new homes, and sustaining their Connect Hub for women in crisis.
Incredible Impact Over a Decade
Since the event’s launch in 2015, the Big Ibrox Sleep Outs have raised over £358,000 to combat homelessness, with 32Red contributing more than £56,000.
David Henson, Supporter Engagement and Events Executive at the Foundation, said:
“Our fans have shown incredible commitment over the last decade. Homelessness is an issue we all see every day, and supporters have taken this cause to heart. We hope our 11th annual Sleep Outs continue to be a huge success.”
Elyse MacKinnon, Project Manager at Glasgow City Mission, added:
“The Rangers supporters have raised nearly £277,000 for us alone over the years. Their continued support means we can extend our winter project each year and help more people off the streets.”
Murray Easton of Simon Community Scotland said:
“The Rangers Charity Foundation’s support is something we can rely on, especially during what’s been one of the most challenging winters for homelessness in Scotland.”
Adam Gaskell, Head of UK Brand Marketing at FDJ United, concluded:
“We’re proud to continue supporting this initiative. It perfectly reflects our values of giving back and supporting the local community.”
✨ Sign up now to join the Big Ibrox Sleep Out and help make a difference in the fight against homelessness across Glasgow.
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