More than 30 University of Sheffield clubs and societies took to a charity rave, raising £1,505 in support of a local homelessness aid group.
Organised by the university’s snowsports club, the event saw several performers including students from Where’s That DJ Collective play at the recently opened Hazy Club, with 50% of ticket proceeds going to The Archer Project.
The house and garage rave, in Sheffield’s self-proclaimed ‘largest nightclub’ was described as a ‘sellout’ by performers.
Elliott Pearson, 19, member of Where’s That DJ Collective, said: “We’re all really excited by the event, with proceeds going to the Archer Project which is a vital charity for the homeless in Sheffield.”
To those involved, it’s clear the event is not just about the music, as Will Edwards, 20, member of SheffSnow, said: “The goal of this event was to put something on which both the charity would benefit from and an event which people would really enjoy. [It] went as well as I ever could’ve imagined.
“One of our main club goals is to give back to the community so it’s an amazing way to do that. I think it shows what can be done for the community and for students with a lot of hard work.”
The Archer Project runs out of Sheffield’s Cathedral, offering a pathway out of street homelessness that includes on-site therapeutic and medical aid, volunteering work within the charity, and programmes supporting transitions into employed and housed life.
Support has been overwhelming for what SheffSnow have called the ‘biggest charity collab in UoS history’, as Mr Edwards reported the event’s turnout as ‘in the top five most sold events’ since the nightclub’s opening five months ago.
Harry Simpson, 19, biology student, said: “It’s great to see the city come together for something that really matters. Sheffield has an incredible community spirit and supporting those facing homelessness is always something we can get behind.”
Those who were unable to attend the event can donate directly to the Archer Project via their website at https://archerproject.org.uk/donate.
