One night won’t solve homelessness, but it can help change a life
Every night, thousands of Australians are without a safe place to sleep. Homelessness is complex, but it is not inevitable and it should never be normal.
This year, I’m taking part in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout in Brisbane to raise funds for the St Vincent de Paul Society and to stand alongside the people and communities working to break the cycle of homelessness. For one night, I’ll sleep outdoors as a small but confronting reminder that a safe home is something too many people are going without.
Over time, I’ve become more convinced of this: as our careers grow, so does our capacity to contribute. When you’re in a position to help, you should. Not in a performative way, and not because you have to, but because the opportunity to make a difference is part of what leadership is.
As a mum, that’s become even more important. I want my kids to see that giving back isn’t something you do “one day” when life is quiet, it’s something you choose in the ways that fit your season and your circumstances. This is one of those ways for me right now.
If you’re able, I’d be grateful for your support to help me reach my fundraising target. A donation of $100 can make a meaningful difference to people who need it most, helping Vinnies provide practical support, safety, and pathways back to stability.
Thank you for standing with me and with Australians who deserve security, dignity and hope.
So far this year I helped provide
17
Individual support programs
45
Beds
182
Meals
Latest Donations
$530
Matched Donation
$530
At Hotel Group
Great cause - well done Tash
$505
Backpackers By The Bay
Well done Tash - so very proud of you
$311.70
Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
Good on you Tash!
$305.50
Adventure Day Trips- Brisbane
Good on You Tash!!
$267.25
Brisbane Whalewatching
Hey Tash we love your exceptional work and dedication to caring for everyone and all of us
$200
Leanne Coddington
Great cause Tash!
$127.34
Bridget
$127.34
Julia Pavey
Such an amazing cause! Right behind you Tash!
$127.34
Erin Simpson
Well done Tash! Thanks for raising awareness and much needed funds for a great cause…
$127.34
Daniel Gschwind
Great effort, Tash. Making a contribution even in your sleep!
$127.34
Aimee Cameron
$127.34
Alan Croll
Great cause to support!
$127.34
Julie Telford
You're a powerhouse! Love the Telfords
$126.62
Heather And Jen, The Comms. People
Here's a small contribution for a big cause! We wish you and the other CEOs every success. Heather and Jen
$120
Shane Oreilly
Great effort Tash - don’t forget the jumper!
$106.12
Elizabeth Hackett
There she goes again 👏💕
$106.12
Peter Wheeler
$80.96
Katherine Darling
You’re an incredible human Tash, thank you for all you do for a better world xx both personally and professionally!
$80.96
Sally Webster
Go you good thing!
$80.96
Renee Gusa
$80.50
Karen Sweeney
$75
Amy Bray
You’re amazing Tash! So proud of you 😘
$75
Steven, Natalie + Tribe
Go you good thing
$55.50
Andrew Sinclair
Go Tash!
$54.84
Val And Jim
$54.84
Patricia Kan
I am so proud of you Tash and the amazing things you have achieved in your life. I knew that shy young beautiful soul that I nurtured in Agnes Water would turn into the amazing woman you are today. I love you and your beautiful family. I am sure you will reach your goal, my darling.
$54.84
Irelands
So proud of you hun, you are amazing
$54.84
Nadine & Dave Wheeler
For a great cause
$54.84
Ngaire Stirling
$54.84
Kayleen Allen
Well done Tash!!
$54.84
Matched Donation
Congratulations, you have received a matched donation thanks to an Anonymous Donor. Keep up the great work!
$54.84
Dad And Trish Petrolati
A very worthy cause, good luck with your fundraising. Xxx
$54.84
Sharnee Kent
Tash, this is so altruistic of you to spend the night. Very inspirational xo
$53.64
Donna And Chris
$50
The Daley’s
Love you so so much Chief
$50
Matched Donation
Congratulations, you have received a matched donation thanks to an Anonymous Donor. Keep up the great work!
$50
Teresa Costa
It’s a great cause. This is what I do everyday. There is too much homelessness and help is needed. I’m very proud of you.
$50
Karen Vloedmans
Champion cause, champion human. Every reason to support this. Keep being you.
$45.50
Toni K
Great work Tash.
$28.43
Suzy Bohan
Great cause to donate to, Tash. Well done on doing this!
$28.43
Matched Donation
Congratulations, you have received a matched donation thanks to an Anonymous Donor. Keep up the great work!
$23.50
Mark
Well done Tash👍
$23.50
Kylie Smith
$23.50
Matched Donation
Congratulations, you have received a matched donation thanks to an Anonymous Donor. Keep up the great work!
$22.58
Jasmine Wright
$10
Congratulations, you have received a matched donation thanks to an Anonymous Donor. Keep up the great work!