Changing the lives of the most vulnerable one meal at a time
May 18, 2023

Catholic Development Fund is proud to continue its partnership with Sacred Heart Mission to support the Dine with Heart fundraiser this year.


Held annually, Dine with Heart raises much needed funds for Sacred Heart Mission's St Kilda Dining Hall. Open 365 days, the Dining Hall provides food, shelter and ongoing support to the most vulnerable members of the Melbourne community. As homelessness become a reality for many more and winter months draw near, the importance and comfort of receiving a meal can help change a life.


Every $5 raised for Sacred Heart Mission will provide 1 nutritious meal to someone in need. Choose your food adventure and find out more about Dine with Heart today.


The Good News is your impact doesn't need to stop there. Did you know that by simply opening a savings or term investment account with CDF Community Fund, you can help ensure support for organisations like Sacred Heart Mission continues?


The partnership between CDF and Sacred Heart Mission has seen monumental projects come to life, while transforming the lives of real people experiencing homelessness and disadvantage. CDF helped fund Sacred Heart Mission's Journey to Social Inclusion (J2SI) program and Project 101 building redevelopments on Grey Street; both good examples of how accounts held with us continue to do good in the community.

 

Find out more and open an account with CDF Community Fund today.


Pictured above: CDF staff, Michelle and Ancita volunteering at Sacred Heart Mission’s famous St Kilda Dining Hall.

Above: Volunteers inside the St Kilda Dining Hall preparing meals. Image courtesy of Sacred Heart Mission.

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