One night isn't a lot, but it can make a whole lot of difference
Every night, thousands of Australians experience homelessness. But it doesn't have to be that way. This year I'm taking part in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout to raise money for the St Vincent de Paul Society to support Australians in need. For one night, I'll be sleeping outside as part of an eye-opening experience to raise awareness and bring home the realities of homelessness.
Working in the Disability Sector, I see first-hand how closely homelessness and mental health challenges are linked.
Many of the individuals we encounter are not only without a stable place to call home but are battling complex mental health issues.
The cycle is vicious - mental health struggles can lead to homelessness and the trauma of homelessness can make those struggles even harder to overcome. Without stable housing and access to care breaking free from this cycle becomes nearly impossible.
By taking part in the CEO Sleepout, I hope to shine a light on this often-overlooked crisis.
To help break the devastating cycle of homelessness, I need your support. Will you help me to reach my target? Donating any amount can make a huge difference to people who need it most.
So far this year I helped provide
18
Individual support programs
47
Beds
189
Meals
Latest Donations
$100
Anonymous
$158.25
Josh And Abigail Lartey
You are an amazing leader
$1.53k
Support Providers Pty Ltd
Collective from your Sydney Team. You are an inspirational leader. Thank you for being a true leader that we all love! You are the foundation, core and essence 💙
$316.50
Sean Phuah
Inspiring! Good luck ❤️
$54.12
Shannon Guy
Good luck you’ve got this 🫶🏻🫶🏻
$22.58
Anonymous
$22.58
Denise Fullerton
$530
Helen M
Good luck Cristina thank you for everything you do for your work family and clients xx
$54.12
Aminat Abdulsalam
$80.25
Jonathon Greig
Good luck
$54.12
Abdulrasheed Zakari
Incredible initiative, Christina! Your commitment to raising awareness about the deep connection between homelessness and mental health is so important, especially coming from someone with firsthand experience in the disability sector. Thank you for shining a light on an issue that too often goes unnoticed. Wishing you strength for the night and success
$525
Supprt Nutrition
Proud of you 🫡❤️
$316.50
Anonymous
You’re a powerhouse 💯
$312.90
Adia
Hi Cristina, The world need more of u. Keep doing what u do. Beyond proud u 💯😊
$54.12
Shannon Guy
Your drive, commitment and dedication is empowering and inspirational!! You’ve got this 🫶🏻
$312.90
Anonymous
Your compassion and dedication to making a difference in the lives of others is truly inspiring. It takes a big heart and a lot of courage to stand up and take action like you are doing.
$106.12
Richard Ofiabodhe
A laudable project indeed! The best part of our journey in this life is to express true humanity to the less privileged.
$200
Sonia Straumann
Good Luck!
$211
Bela Ramos
So proud of you, love you lots Mom
$103.72
Kayla Van Vliet
So proud of you, Mum! You’re making such a powerful difference. Love you lots — you’ve got this!
$103.72
Georgia Gatt
I am so proud of you!! You are such an incredible person. So much love to you always. X
$520
For my pillow tonight 🙏