Connections of Hope: SLEEP OUT! 2026

On November 20th, 2026, the Hornbuckle Foundation's – Connections of Hope Outreach Team will host Sleep Out, a community event where we will be joining our community members on the street to raise awareness and support for those experiencing homelessness.

This isn’t just a fundraiser—it’s an act of solidarity. Each night, hundreds of individuals in our own community face the harsh reality of sleeping without shelter. For many, access to basic needs like hygiene supplies, warm clothing, and even a listening ear feels out of reach. These aren’t just statistics—they’re people with stories, struggles, and strength. 

Through the Sleep Out, we aim to: Raise $10,000 to support outreach recovery efforts, collect hygiene supplies (soap, toothbrushes, feminine products, etc.) and gather warm clothing (coats, gloves, socks, hats) ahead of the winter season. 

We will document the experience of navigating systems of support while unhoused as well as gathering insight from those we serve—shedding light on the real barriers people face when trying to receive help. We believe that empathy grows through experience. That’s why we’re choosing to sleep out, side-by-side with the people we serve and provide a listening ear to those who feel unseen. We will step into the uncomfortable and vulnerable spaces too many call their everyday reality. 

But we can’t do this alone. 

👉 How to Get Involved with the Hornbuckle Foundation Sleep Out! 2026

🙋 Volunteer Sign-Up: Please sign up for packing, supply hand-out shifts, sharing your story, or the Sleep Out Challenge here: Sleep Out! 2026 Volunteer Sign-Up Form

• Donate: No one should have to face recovery alone. By donating to The Hornbuckle Foundation’s Sleep Out Fundraiser, you’re helping provide housing, support, and a second chance for those rebuilding their lives. Donate Here!
• Collect or Purchase Donations Prior to 11/11: Collect new or gently used adult coats and warm winter gear to bring on 11/11 or 11/20. Amazon Sleep Out 2026 Wish List
• Packing Essential Supplies: Help pack essential supplies for the SLEEP OUT at the Hornbuckle Community Center with our team on November 11th, 2026 from 11:00am–2:00pm (10499 Bradford Rd # 100, Littleton, CO 80127)
• Collect and Hand Out Essential Supplies: Help collect and hand out supplies at Gallup Gardens with our Hornbuckle team and box truck on 11/20/26. Shifts available: 8–11am, 11am–2pm, or 2–5pm.
• Share Your Story: Has the Hornbuckle Foundation impacted your life or a loved one? Come share your story at Gallup Gardens on 11/20/26 from 3pm–7pm.
• Sleep Out Challenge: Spend the night with us in solidarity! Bring your own gear and help us reach our $10,000 goal. Begins 8am on 11/20/26 and runs through the night. Participants must attend a Zoom prep meeting on 11/19/26 (6–7pm) and sign a waiver/photo release. The Zoom link will be emailed to participants after they sign up.

📅 Date: November 20th, 2026

📍 Location:  Gallup Gardens

     6015 S Datura St, Littleton, CO 80120

🕒 Time: 8:00AM - 7:00PM (Sleep Out Challenge continues overnight)

Together, we can bring hope to the streets and remind our neighbors they are not forgotten. 

Because no one should have to face the cold—and the system—alone. 

"Connections of Hope" is a peer outreach program supported by the Region 9 Opioid Abatement Council. It is a comprehensive outreach program dedicated to transforming the lives of unhoused individuals by providing a pathway to recovery and stability. Our mission is to offer accessible, professional services including detoxification programs, treatment facilities, sober living environments, secure housing, and thorough peer case management. We believe that the foundation of lasting change lies in the power of empathy and shared experiences; hence, our work is significantly facilitated and enriched by peer support specialists. These specialists, who have triumphantly navigated their own journeys to recovery, bring invaluable insights and empathy, fostering an environment of trust, motivation, and hope. Through collaboration, we not only address the immediate needs of the homeless community but also empower them to envision and achieve a future filled with dignity, health, and self-sufficiency.

Program Impact:

Connections of Hope (2025–2026)

From October 2025 through September 2026, Connections of Hope served 1,190 Arapahoe County residents through 2,764 contacts, and about 4,700 residents since October 2023. At their most recent contact:

• 587 residents reported being housed
• 699 reported being in recovery
• 207 were employed

132 residents were referred to a higher level of care or housing, and 62 were personally escorted into sober living, treatment, detox, or crisis care. We also distributed 723 monthly bus passes so participants could reach appointments, treatment, and work.

These outcomes reflect not only the strength and resilience of those we serve but also the power of community support and comprehensive recovery services.

Every person we serve represents a story of hope.