St Mirren supporters have raised more than £7,000 by spending a night in the stands of their own stadium, with the money going towards community programmes across Renfrewshire.
Participants swapped their beds for the stands at the Marbill Coaches Stadium on Friday 25 September for Saints Sleepout 2026. As of 28 September the event had raised £7,011 for St Mirren FC Charitable Foundation, reaching 88 per cent of its fundraising target. Donations remain open.
Who Took Part
Fans of all ages joined in, including young Buddies, players from St Mirren WFC and members of the Foundation team. Foundation trustee Carla Manini-Rowden took part alongside her daughter, and Amanda the Panda also joined the group for the night. Strong winds added to the challenge.
Why The Sleepout Happens
Saints Sleepout aims to raise awareness of homelessness and hardship while raising funds for the Foundation, whose community programmes support children, families and adults across Renfrewshire.
Carla Manini-Rowden said: "Taking part in the Sleepout gave us a tiny glimpse of what it's like for people who have no choice but to sleep outside. As well as hopefully gaining a little more empathy and understanding, we're really chuffed to have raised money for our vital programmes."
Donations Still Open
The Foundation thanked everyone who took part, donated, shared the fundraiser and supported participants through the night. Donations can be made at smfcfoundation.enthuse.com.
Sources
Featured image: Saints Sleepout 2026 at the Marbill Coaches Stadium. Photo by St Mirren Charity Foundation.