One night isn't a lot, but it can make a whole lot of difference
This year, I am proud to be taking part in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout.
As a US Navy veteran now living in Perth, Western Australia, I have been incredibly blessed since separating from service. I have worked hard, but I also know that many of the opportunities I have had in life came because others took the time to support, mentor, guide, and believe in me.
That is why I feel strongly about paying that kindness forward.
Over the years, I have been actively involved in supporting and mentoring veterans here in Australia and in the United States, including through RSL WA and VESPIIA. Through that work, I have seen firsthand the challenges faced by veterans, their families, emergency services personnel, and members of the broader community who are doing it tough.
Homelessness is complex. Veteran homelessness is particularly close to my heart. No one who has served, or anyone in our community, should feel forgotten, unsupported, or without hope.
This year, I have decided to step up and do my small part.
I will be sleeping out to raise awareness and funds to support people experiencing homelessness - veterans, families, and the broader community.
To my friends, colleagues, and network: I would be deeply grateful for your support. Whether through a donation, sharing this post, or simply helping raise awareness, every bit makes a difference.
Thank you in advance for standing with me and supporting this worthy cause.
Together, we can help provide dignity, care, and hope to those who need it most.
So far this year I helped provide
15
Individual support programs
41
Beds
166
Meals
Latest Donations
$1.03k
Parabellum International
$530
Mark Schneider
$525
Navin Vij
Great work Carlos!
$505
Ian Lynass - Blue Phoeinx Group
Well done Carlos I am very period of the pay back to community you are Making dress warm it is a cold night
$210.20
Jesse Gane
$127.34
Arroyo Family
Keep doing this important work! ❤️🙏🏽
$127.34
Slater Family
$127.34
Magda Rhodes
$127.34
Anonymous
Donation inbound
$127.34
Adam Mcphail
great work mate.
$106.12
John Tedesco Business Innovation Services
Well done Carlos, I admire your compassion.
$100
Deanne F
Thanks for everything you do to help others - is going to be cold!
$100
Jason Bitner
Bring your winter gear!
$80.96
Jack White
You the man
$80.96
Jason Ausili
Go get ‘em’! This is a great cause.
$80.96
Adam Falconer-west
Great job mate!
$80.96
Jason Waller
Well done Carlos, a great cause
$80.96
Alex Walsh
Hope the night isn’t too cold
$80.96
Nick Reed
Well done Carlos, great cause
$80.96
Kai Monk
Well done Carlos! Great cause
$75
Davide Sirolli
Well done Carlos. A worthy cause and a great initiative. Wishing you every success with the sleep out mate.
$74
Anonymous
$54.84
Rita Annandale
$54.84
Matt Munro
Well done, Mate!
$54.84
Michael Monteiro
Well done Carlos
$54.84
Sarah Eathorne
$53.64
Giles Wilson
$50
Greg W
Make sure you bring a beanie mate!
$50
Anonymous
$50
Miquela
Stay warm! You dont have much hair on your head to insulate you!
$50
Anonymous
$33.87
Duncan Anderson
$33.87
Jake Wilk
$11.80
Parabellum is proud to support this important cause and recognise the effort through the Vinnies CEO Sleepout.