Carl Tate, Funeral Manager at Daren Persson Funeral Services slept rough on the streets of nearby Richmond, North Yorkshire, where he serves as a town councillor.
Carl, who was supported by the brothers of the Masonic Lennox Lodge, raised £1,920 to help support the crucial work of Foundation Richmond – a local charity.
One of the organisation’s priorities is to help people who are a homeless, or who are at risk of becoming so.
Carl took to the streets with just his clothes, blankets, and a cardboard mat to try to relate to those who have no other option than to sleep rough each night.
“Homelessness is a growing problem, not just locally, but across the country,” Carl said.
“I appreciate I was able to go home when the night had finished, but a lot of people do not have that luxury.
“I am really pleased with the amount we were able to raise on the night, and I hope it has played a part in supporting the work of Foundation Richmond, who do such important things for our community.
“I had great support on the night and am grateful to everyone who donated.”