Sacred Heart Mission

Sacred Heart Mission is a Victorian not-for-profit organisation established in 1982 by the local parish to serve people in the community most in need. Like many initiatives of social justice, Sacred Heart Mission began modestly, providing daily meals and a place of unconditional welcome for people experiencing homelessness, deep disadvantage and social exclusion in St Kilda. Over the past four decades, we have grown into an innovative and evidence-based organisation, supporting hundreds of people every year to live fulfilling lives and achieve their personal goals. Today, our wide-ranging services include housing support, health and wellbeing, aged care, women’s services and social and economicinclusion programs. Founded on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, our purpose remains unchanged. At the heart of everything we do is a strong belief in the inherent dignity of every person, human rights and selfdetermination. We are committed to strengthening communities through inclusion, empathy and social justice so that everyone is respected and celebrated for who they are. We see every day that when people have a meaningful say in the issues that impact them, the outcomes are always better. Our services are designed and delivered in close partnership with service participants to provide support that is carefully tailored to their needs. We know that with the right support and resources, everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling life.