Heroes in Action: PAYCE Foundation commits $150,000 to Vinnies NSW

Some heroes wear capes. Vinnies volunteers wear blue.

(Left to right) Tony Wishart, Sophie Boyd and Talal Ghattas with the PAYCE Foundation attended the 2026 Vinnies Heroes in Action event.

The St Vincent de Paul Society has consistently shown up for people doing it tough across New South Wales. Last week, the PAYCE Foundation backed that dedication with a $150,000 donation at the 2026 Vinnies Heroes in Action event.

More than 240 attendees, including NSW Premier Chris Minns MP and Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane MP, gathered at the annual fundraiser to recognise volunteers, members and supporters providing practical care to people experiencing poverty and homelessness across the state.

The event raised more than $350,000 to directly support the Vinnies Vans service, delivering food, practical assistance and referrals to people experiencing hardship across NSW.

PAYCE’s $150,000 contribution builds on a long history with Vinnies NSW, including funding multiple Vinnies Vans across the state and a $250,000 donation earlier this year to support the van network.

PAYCE Foundation Director Sophie Boyd said the event highlighted the impact of collective purpose.

“When government, community and corporate partners come together with a common purpose, meaningful change becomes possible,” Ms Boyd said.

“We are proud to stand alongside Vinnies in recognising the extraordinary dedication of their frontline volunteers, who offer support, compassion and dignity to people in our communities every day.

“The scale of their support is remarkable, and the PAYCE Foundation is honoured to play a part in sustaining that work.”