Vasey RSL Care is proud to acknowledge a major contribution from Costas Construction, who have donated $80,000 to support the vital work of the V Centre Veteran Empowerment Program in Ivanhoe, Victoria.
The V Centre, which opened in February 2024, is an industry-first initiative that combines secure accommodation with tailored support for veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and struggling to adjust to civilian life. Since opening, the program has already seen inspiring early success stories and is literally saving lives.
Janna Voloshin, Chief Executive Officer at Vasey RSL Care, said “the contribution from Costas Construction marks a significant milestone for the program.”
“This generous donation from Costas Construction is more than just financial support – it’s a strong statement of belief in the work we are doing at the V Centre,” Ms Voloshin said.
“This contribution will help us reach more veterans in crisis and give them the chance to rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose.”
“Costa’s generosity reminds us that when community, industry and care providers come together, we can achieve extraordinary things for people who need it most,” Ms Voloshin added.
The $80,000 donation will directly fund services including support for mental health referrals, life skills training, and pathways to employment and permanent housing.
Costas Construction’s Managing Director, George Costas, said “supporting those doing it tough was a cause close to the company’s heart.”
“We’re proud to be a donor to a program delivering real solutions to homelessness which reflects our deep commitment to building with purpose and supporting communities in need.”
The V Centre represents a bold new model of veteran care in Australia, and contributions like this are key to its continued growth and sustainability.
About us:
As reported by the Royal Commission into Defence and Veterans Suicide, Australian veterans are almost three times more likely to experience homelessness than the general population and Australian veterans are over twice as likely to die by suicide than the general population.
Veterans are also more likely to have other homelessness risk indicators including being single, unemployed, subject to financial strain, and experiencing a greater number of traumatic life events than the broader population.
Contact details:
Heidi Flower, Government Relations and Media Adviser, Vasey RSL Care
M: 0436 609 385