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ACT’s multi-million-dollar plan to address homelessness

The ACT Government will spend $18 million over the next four years on homelessness, Rebecca Vassarotti, Minister for Homelessness and Housing Services stated.

2021 Vinnies CEO Sleepout raises just shy of $1 million

130 Canberra business, community and government leaders participating in the 2021 Vinnies CEO Sleepout have raised just under $1 million.

CEO Sleepout champion braves cold for sixth year

Sitting outside on a cold night, Dr Stephen Lising began crying as he realised the desperation, frustration and embarrassment homeless people feel every day in Canberra. It was 2018 and he was doing...

CEO Sleepout comes to Fyshwick carpark

The St Vincent de Paul Society CEO sleepout, to be held the cold night of 17 June will shine a spotlight on the issue of homelessness.

Vinnies launches Winter Appeal to support those doing it tough

Vinnies have kicked off their 2021 Winter Appeal, calling for donations to support the rising numbers of Canberrans experiencing homelessness and financial hardship. Providing vital services for individuals and families, Vinnies is calling...

Hybrid CEO sleepout brings homelessness back into view

CEOs will be braving Canberra’s cold with a spectacular view as the Vinnies CEO Sleepout is set to bring homelessness in the Capital Region back into view. On the long night of Thursday...

Vinnies Knock On Effect opens doors to hope

The St Vincent de Paul Society are encouraging the Canberra community to get involved in the Vinnies Knock On Effect appeal.

Raiders help kick off Vinnies Knock On Effect fundraiser

From 1974 until 2019, Vinnies Doorknock Appeal was a ubiquitous fundraiser - as of 2021 it's been replaced by the digital Knock On Effect.

Score a gem at the Yass ‘Found it at Vinnies’ auction

Vinnies will be holding a live auction in Yass this Saturday, selling unique items from local stores to support people in need over the Christmas period. There will be a range of gems...

Support shields ACT residents from food insecurity

Rapid relief from the ACT Government and the community sector may have spared Canberra residents from some food insecurities faced by Australians nationally during the pandemic.

CEOs sleep out to support homeless services

Last night, Thursday 18 June, 166 CEOs across Canberra slept outside to raise money and awareness for homelessness.

CEOs set to sleepout at home

National institutions have played host to the Vinnies CEO Sleepout in previous years, but in 2020, participants will get to experience something a little closer to home such as their car, couch...

Huge sock donation for Vinnies amid high demand for services

With socks in high demand for homelessness services across the country, Vinnies has been given a foot in the door with a donation of around 2,500 pairs of socks from Aussie sock...

Sleepout veteran continues work for Vinnies

Maryanne Gore, former Chief Executive of Project Lighting, has participated in the St Vincent de Paul CEO Sleepout eight times, and says the funds raised for homelessness can help combat a “hidden...

What we’re talking about: Dressed by Vinnies

All the latest in fashion, beauty and health. Dressed by Vinnies On Friday 26 October, St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn will celebrate Dressed by Vinnies Day, an inaugural event being promoted nationally by...

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