Latest News from Perth Homeless Support Group

New Partnership with Primero

30/11/2022

PHSG is pleased to announce our partnership with Primero.

Primero is a multidisciplinary engineering group that specialize in the design, construction and operation
of global resource projects.

We are excited to have Primero onboard as we strive to reduce homelessness within society.

Thank you Belmont Forum

7/10/2020

As part of Belmont Forum’s commitment to supporting the community, the centre has announced Perth Homeless Support Group is the fourth recipient of its Giving Back Grant.

Read the full article at www.shoppingcentrenews.com.au/shopping-centre-news/industry-news/belmont-forums-grant-supports-perths-homeless/

Changing of the Guard

6/7/2020

Walking into the city of Perth 2014 was the beginning of a life changing event. I noticed that there was an increase in the numbers of those experiencing homelessness, many sitting on the crossover from the Art Gallery begging. I began sitting with them to get a little insight into the lives of those doing it tough. It was then I decided to do something to make a I was inspired to form Perth Homeless Support Group.

Over the past 6 years the not-for-profit charity has played a major roll in offering support and comfort to over 11,000 people in crisis with food, blankets, sleeping bags and now into the part of hampers to those in the risk of homelessness. I have held the position of President for all of that time and very much loved the opportunity to work alongside of some like-minded and amazing people.

Aaron McGregor and his wife become involved in the volunteering roles during 2017 and I quickly saw the passion and drive they both had. We have just had our 7th AGM and it was a privilege to be able to nominate Aaron for the position of President which he accepted.

I will be still actively involved in the position of Vice President and with my spouse Michael Edwards will now be able to move into the area of being a more active voice for our street friends.

We would like to congratulate Aaron McGregor on taking on this role.

Ronald Reid
Co-Founder and Vice President

Thank you Signarama Joondalup

7/5/2020

Perth Homeless Support Group would like to say a huge thank you to Craig Mason and his team at Joondalup Signarama for there donation of the wrap on our new van.
For us to do what we do the support of the community and the business community is essential in us continuing to help those experiencing homelessness. Thank you all

Roving Outreach Success

28/4/2020

Our roving outreach is currently doing really well we are helping on average 140 people experiencing homelessness every Sunday morning. We have seen a new lot of faces coming to us for help as well as our regulars which is quite concerning.

We have also been working with other organisations such as homelessness we care who deliver fresh food on Tuesday evenings. Another organisation street friends who hand out clothing and also fresh meals on a Thursday evening. In working together we have found that we are better equipped and better resourced to help those people experiencing homelessness. These relationships that have developed are a great step forward in helping those In need.

Just this month we started our handing out of the jackets we purchased from our winter appeal. They were very welcomed by our most vulnerable rough sleepers. In these uncertain times it is encouraging that we are able to still do what we do and with the ongoing support of the community and organisations wrapping around continue long into the future.

Aaron McGregor - President

Winter Appeal Update

22/4/2020

All the items were delivered to PHSG HQ on April 21st 2020. You can see the joy on Jed’s face to be able to finally unpack the items and get them to those Experiencing Homelessness on the streets of Perth City and Surrounds.

600 warm puffer jackets
2000 ladies and 2000 men.s underwear
1200 disposable ponchos

All of these items will ease the stress of street living for many. So many of you participated in the fundraiser to purchase these items. Thank you very much for your efforts.

Here is the result, we have enough for all our street friends to benefit and keep work in the coming winter months.

Thank you ALH Group

18/3/2020

After 6 weeks of Fundraising with the ALH Group, we are very proud to announce that the Group raised $20,653.55.

What an effort on behalf of all 21 of the participating Hotels and Taverns in the group. Pictured below are Trish Lowth & Ric Torchia who headed up the Fundraiser.

PHSG is very grateful to receive such a sum of money, enabling us to continue being of service to those experiencing homelessness on the streets of Perth City and surrounds.

Mission Accomplished

8/2/2020

Thank you to everyone that contributed to our Winter Extras Appeal. The target amount of $10,000 has been reach and we are now able to proceed with the purchase of 600 x Warm Winter Jackets, 1200 x Poncho Rain Covers, 2000 x Women's Panties and 2000 x Men's Trunks to assist those experiencing homelessness this winter.

This of course is just one of our initiatives and there is ongoing need for your support. Donations can be made direct to our Community Account or through Paypal My Giving Fund, both attract NO Fees, all monies go direct to PHSG.
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