WAYSIDE CHAPEL IS THE BEATING HEART OF COMPASSION FOR SYDNEY'S VULNERABLE
YOUR MONTHLY GIFT
KEEPS WAYSIDE'S HEART BEATING STRONG
Society says some people are worth more than others. That love must be earned. That compassion has conditions.
But there’s a place in the heart of Sydney, between the chaos and the calm, where everyone is welcome and love wins over hate, every single day.
Wayside isn’t just a service. It’s the heartbeat of compassion in a city that can feel cold.
In every shower provided, every meal served, and every moment of acceptance, Wayside is a pulse of love in someone’s life.
Your monthly gift keeps that heart beating strong and steady. Because compassion, like a heartbeat, can’t
skip a beat.
GIFT MATTERS
Tony was just a teenager when he first found himself on the streets. For years, he drifted — another young person the system failed to protect.
When he was finally ready for help, he needed more than a meal or shower. He needed people who wouldn’t give up on him, no matter how many times he stumbled.
❤️That's what monthly giving makes possible.
With consistent support from our monthly givers, our team can walk alongside people for months, even years. We build genuine relationships that help people move towards health and healing.
When compassion skips a beat, real people suffer the consequences. Your monthly gift means we’re always ready to help people like Tony.
"If it wasn’t for Wayside, I’d be back on the street, or in jail. Wayside saved my life."
- Tony, Wayside Visitor
OVER 60 YEARS OF LOVE AND COUNTING…
Wayside Chapel has been the beating heart of compassion for Sydney’s most vulnerable since 1964.
An average of 283 people walk through our doors
at Wayside Chapel each day, seeking belonging, safety, and hope.
We operate a range of services that place dignity, respect and love at the heart of their approach. These include:
- Community Services Centres in Kings Cross (open 7 days a week) and Bondi Beach. Our centres provide essentials including showers and emergency clothing
- Community Cafes serving low-cost, nutritious meals, snacks and drinks
- Personalised care coordination including advocacy, Centrelink, health care and legal support
- Referrals for short and long-term crisis accommodation and housing
- Women’s Program offering a safe space complete with kitchen, laundry facilities, shower and female team members
IN AN AVERAGE MONTH, YOUR GIFTS HELP US PROVIDE:
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6,994
low-cost
meals
🚿
2,739
hot showers
and toiletries
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3,493
items of
clothing
HERE'S HOW YOUR MONTHLY GIFT HELPS:
✅ You’re part of something bigger — You’ll join hundreds of supporters who are the steady heartbeat of our community
✅ We’re always ready — No matter when someone walks through our doors, we can welcome them
✅ We can plan ahead — Monthly giving lets us build long-term programs that create real transformation
✅ Your support goes further — Giving monthly is one of the most effective ways to get your support directly to where it’s needed most
✅ It’s easy for you — One simple setup means your support flows automatically each month
Frequently Asked Questions
What methods can I use to donate?
There are several ways to easily donate to Wayside Chapel to provide unconditional love, care and support to people sleeping rough or in crisis.
Telephone: Call 02 9581 9101 and our Fundraising team will be happy to assist you.
Direct Debit: Please contact our Fundraising team to arrange this. You can view our direct debit agreement here.
Phone: 02 9581 9101
Email: monthlygiving@waysidechapel.org.au
Where does my money go?
Your support is directed to the area of greatest need, in the most efficient way possible. Your monthly donations enable us to welcome 283 visitors each day at our Kings Cross and Bondi Beach community centres.
Why should I donate monthly?
The regular contributions of our monthly donors make sure we can plan our ongoing operations and deliver evidence-based programs that respond to the changing needs of our community.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes, all donations to Wayside Chapel over $2 are tax deductible for Australian residents.
Can I change or cancel my monthly gift?
Yes, you can update your card details through your donor portal login.
You can also cancel your gift by contacting us:
Phone: 02 9581 9101
How does my monthly gift help more than a one-off donation?
A monthly gift gives us stability, flexibility, and greater impact over time. While one-off donations are incredibly valuable, regular monthly support allows us to plan ahead and use funds where they’re needed most.
I have other questions, who can I speak to?
THANK YOU FOR HELPING LOVE WIN OVER HATE
