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Fremantle Docker’s Captain Alex Pearce made the generous gift during a visit by the player and coaching groups to St Patrick’s Community Support Centre (St Pat’s) on Wednesday, volunteering their time to hand out refreshments and help people doing it tough beat the heat. 

“It’s always good to have moments like this where we step away from the training track and acknowledge we do have a bigger role in society and within the Freo community,” Mr Pearce said. 

The Freo Skipper was the driver behind the visit and donation, which comes from the Fremantle Players’ Community Charitable Fund. Founded in 2018 with support from the Fremantle Foundation, it was the first player-backed fund established by a sporting team in Australia.  

“This charitable fund was set up largely on the back of David Mundy’s support, and to be able to continue that on, help build a legacy and set an example to allow players to think beyond our four walls – I’m really proud of what we’ve been able to do,” Mr Pearce said. 

“Hopefully this donation is a small step in a larger goal St Pat’s have, and that will help to provide greater services for people, and (aim) to end homelessness.”  

 

Work on St Pat’s new facility is already underway, thanks to support from the WA Government, Lotterywest and other major donors. The not-for-profit is now seeking to raise $750,000 to help fit-out its new home, so it can provide the best support possible to people experiencing homelessness. 

Set to open at the end of 2025, St Pat’s Engagement Hub will provide a safe, welcoming space for people for individuals and families to access assistance such as meals, showers, health and dental care and more. 

“St Pat’s is honoured that the Fremantle Dockers players have chosen to support us through their Fremantle Players Community Charitable Fund,” St Pat’s Chief Executive Officer, Michael Piu, said. 

“It’s amazing to have the support of great leaders in our Fremantle community and the Dockers are a really important part of the fabric of this community,” he said. 

“We want our new Engagement Hub to offer the best services possible, and this donation is a wonderful way to kick-start our campaign and show people experiencing homelessness that their community cares.” 

Donations to St Pat’s Engagement Hub Appeal can be made by clicking here. 

To learn more about this exciting project, and how to get involved, click here.

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