24 Hr Homeless Fundraiser

In August 2023, MCSS hosted the first-of-its kind event in Mission to raise awareness and generate funding for the Medical Mobile Unit (MMU). Click here (link to MMU Page) to find out more about the MMU.

Each year, upto 10 community members participate in an immersive experience of homelessness; with a goal of collectively raising funds through a pledge drive.

Participants begin their experience at Mission Community Services Shelter. They are expected to face some of the same challenges that homeless people encounter every day, as part of building awareness. They are asked to arrive with no phones/cash/cards/keys and ID, stay overnight at this location and will be subjected to the same rules as a person who is staying at the shelter. A case worker will check them in and perform an intake interview. The following morning, a case plan of tasks to be completed during their stay will be assigned.
The event concludes with a de-brief dinner to discuss their experience and share learnings. Family members are welcome to join and share their perspective while their loved one was “homeless for 24 hrs”.

The event usually runs for 6 weeks. Donations are accepted online here (donations page link) and in person at our main office on 33179 2nd Ave, Mission, BC.