We have the
power to
end youth homelessness
Thursday 14 May 2026
738
Sleepers registered
$284,781
Raised
On the night
Brihony Dawson (MC)
(they/them)
Our MC for the night, Brihony, is a rare entertainment force, celebrated as a dynamic television presenter, sports commentator, and vocalist.
BABBA
Get ready to dance, sing and relive the magic of the 70s with BABBA—Australia’s ultimate ABBA tribute experience. Featuring all the hits you know and love, BABBA will have you on your feet and singing along from the very first note, ready to create an unforgettable night.
Kate Lister
(she/her)
Let loose with DJ Kate Lister as she spins feel-good bangers from a nostalgic mix of disco, throwbacks and party anthems—keeping the dancefloor buzzing and the crowd singing all night long.
Giant Games
Challenge your fellow sleepers to a friendly game of giant Jenga, Cornhole, Quoits and Connect 4 – and find out who leads the pack in these classic favourites.
360 Photo Booth
Take an incredible 360 degree video with your friends, family and colleagues! It’s an exciting way to capture the fun and memories from every angle. Don’t forget to share the memories and use #MCMSleepAtTheG
Sound bath & yoga
Drift into deep relaxation with an immersive sound bath, or slow things down and settle into the moment with guided yoga sessions focused on gentle movement and breath. Hosted by Happy Melon Studios.
Anthony Di Massi
(he/him)Experience a touch of intrigue, wonder and comedy with this high-energy magic experience. Expect mind-blowing illusions and close-up tricks that will leave you amazed.
Footscray Yarraville City Band
What’s an event at the MCG without hearing a horn get blown? The Footscray Yarraville City Band will be tooting their horns to some popular tunes to welcome sleepers to the 'G.
The power of community.
End youth homelessness
Join us for MCM Sleep At The ’G, where each year, compassionate Victorians come together in support of thousands of young Victorians who are without a safe place to call home.
On any given night, over 7,600 young Victorians aged 12-24 are without a safe place to call home. Many are couch surfing, sleeping in cars, or staying in crowded and unsafe housing.
Your fundraising and one-night sleepover at the iconic MCG will help raise essential funds to provide stable housing and wraparound support, enabling youth to build independence, reconnect with education and employment, and break the cycle of homelessness for good.
Youth homelessness snapshot
MCM's Victorian Youth Homelessness Snapshot is a census of the 179 children and young people aged 15-24 who were homeless on 8 April 2025 and connected to MCM, Victoria’s largest youth homelessness provider, and its statewide youth homelessness service, Frontyard Youth Services.
This is just a small glimpse into what is happening across Victoria every single night.
4 in 5 young people grew up experiencing family violence
Of those young people, 63% were known to child protection.
Youth homelessness is not a choice. Youth homelessness is a result of disadvantage leading to a crisis – like family violence, abuse and mental health.
54% had attended an emergency department for mental health concerns
A staggering 65% of all young people recorded had reported self-harm, suicidal ideation or attemps to take their own life.
Additionally 1 in 4 reported experiencing chronic pain.
2 in 3 young people were not engaged in study or work
Social disconnection is a growing concern.
Long term marginalisation and lost opportunity accumulate over a lifetime with loss of wages, superannuation and reduced quality of life.
Youth and adult homelessness are linked
Half of all adults experiencing long-term homelessness first became homeless in their teens.
By supporting young people early, we can help them avoid staying homeless for life. Early intervention is critical.
How to use your power
1.
Register for the event
2.
Recruit your team
3.
Raise money
4.
Spread the word
Power in numbers
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It's our responsibility.
We have the power
Victoria's homeless youth do not choose this path. The stark reality is that many of the young people facing homelessness have lived through family violence and mental health challenges. Without access to secure, supported and affordable housing and support, homelessness can persist, for many of these young Victorians.
Hear the experiences of some of the people we're supporting to understand the importance of our work and why we need your help.
Get in touch
Have any questions?
Contact us be giving us a call on 1800 626 572 or send us an email via our contact form.
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