Jake at the St Albans Easter 10K and Half Marathon, and JamStorage boxes ready for DENS sleepers.
Jake Hill has been part of the JamStorage team for four years. Next April he’s running the London Marathon for DENS, the Dacorum charity that helps local people facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion. And before he gets anywhere near the start line, he’s spending a night sleeping out for them.
We’ve supported DENS for years, so we couldn’t be prouder of him. If you can spare anything at all, every pound goes to DENS.
Who’s Jake?
Jake is a keen runner and a member of Dacorum Athletics Club. You’ll find him at races around Hertfordshire, from the St Albans Easter 10K to the St Albans Half Marathon.
The London Marathon is 26.2 miles on Sunday 25 April 2027, and he’ll be training through the winter to get there.
JamStorage and DENS
Our support for DENS goes back years. In 2019, when we were still JamVans, our team delivered 500 cardboard boxes to the DENS Sleepout for people taking part to use as beds for the night. We’re proud to sponsor the Sleepout, and Jake is carrying that on.
Why DENS?
DENS helps rebuild the lives of people in Dacorum facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion. Its work includes a day centre, outreach and emergency accommodation, a foodbank, and help with skills and finding work.
First Up: The DENS Sleepout on 20 November
Jake is joining this year’s DENS Sponsored Sleepout, one night out in the cold to help local people find safety and support. It isn’t about pretending to be homeless; it’s about raising money so fewer people in Dacorum have to sleep rough at all.
When and where
Friday 20 November 2026
The Dock, Station Road, Kings Langley WD4 8LZ
Taking part
£10 for adults, £5 for 8 to 17 year olds. DENS suggests raising at least £150 each. Businesses and teams are welcome: add your team name when you book.
Register for the SleepoutOn the night
- 7.30pmRegistration, live music, games and street food
- 10pmWelcome from DENS, Q&A and safety briefing
- 10.30pmBed down for the night
- 6amFree breakfast
What DENS provides
- A secure, covered sleeping area, with an indoor option if the weather turns
- A welcome pack and fundraising support
- A medical professional and security on site all night
- Talks about DENS’s work, and breakfast in the morning
What to bring
- A sleeping bag, warm layers and waterproofs
- A hat, gloves and thick socks
- Cardboard to sleep on
- Leave valuables at home: there’s nowhere to store them
How You Can Help
- Donate on Jake’s JustGiving page. Every pound goes to DENS.
- Share his page with friends, family and colleagues.
- Join him at the Sleepout on 20 November.
- Cheer him on in London on 25 April. We’ll post where to find him nearer the day.
Thank you for supporting Jake and DENS. We’ll keep this page updated as the total grows and the race gets closer.
