Vinnies CEO Sleepout 2025 – Let’s Make a Difference Together

Every night, thousands of Australians sadly experience homelessness. Closer to home, homelessness on the Gold Coast is rising, with a critical shortage of affordable housing, domestic and family violence, and the increasing cost of living all playing a significant role. It’s an experience often hidden, but very real, and it impacts far too many women, young people, and others who never imagined they’d be at risk.

On Thursday 19 June 2025, Club CEO Paul Sanders will join leaders from across the country by taking part in the 2025 Vinnies CEO Sleepout. For one night, he will go without shelter to help raise awareness of homelessness in our city. This event is not just about raising awareness – it is also a crucial fundraising effort for the St Vincent de Paul Society,. The funds will help provide crisis accommodation, food, case management, and long-term support for those in need.

If you are able, Paul – on behalf of the Club – would be grateful for your support. His goal is to raise over $3,000, and every donation makes a meaningful difference.

Please click the link here to make a tax-deductible donation today.

If you’d like to learn more about the CEO Sleepout, how donations are distributed, or even guidance on opening the conversation of homelessness with the younger generation – the Vinnies website is a brilliant resource. 

Together, we can help break the cycle of homelessness.