Gold Coast’s Vinnies CEO Sleepout will be online in 2020

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GOLD COAST professionals are joining force with St Vincent de Paul to help break the cycle of homelessness.

But the fourth annual Vinnies CEO Sleepout event on June 18 is different this year – it won’t be an outdoors team event but at home via virtual video conferencing due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Ambassador Karen Phillips gives camping out in her office a trial run before the big day. Picture: Glenn Hampson

Vinnies CEO Sleepout ambassador Karen Phillips said she planned to have her “rough night” on her couch, floor or in the car this year to raise money for those in need.

“It is different but online will be a great way for us to raise a bit of money for those who need help during the pandemic,” she said.

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Vinnie's CEO Sleepout is encouraging everyone to take part in a 'virtual sleep-out' and sleep on their couch, on the floor, or in their car. Picture: Glenn Hampson

“The funds everyone gathers will change lives and with the technology you won’t be roughing it on your own.”

The online fundraiser will be held at 12 locations nationwide and participants will be able to connect with others via Zoom. Head to www.ceosleepout.org.au for more information.