In an inspiring act of compassion and leadership, Gold Coast Titans versatile backline star AJ Brimson has made a monumental $5.6 million personal investment to convert one of his residential properties into a fully equipped shelter for homeless and at-risk youth.
According to sources close to the club, Brimsonโs decision comes after months of private planning, community engagement, and collaboration with local support organisations. The facilityโset to open early next yearโwill provide safe accommodation, educational support, counseling services, and pathways to employment for vulnerable young people across Queensland.
Brimson, widely admired for both his on-field brilliance and off-field character, described the project as one of the โmost meaningful commitmentsโ of his life.
> โRugby league has given me so much, and I want to give something lasting back,โ Brimson said in a brief statement. โEvery young person deserves safety, direction, and hope. If we can change even one life, this will all be worth it.โ
The Gold Coast Titans organization has publicly praised the initiative, calling it a โpowerful example of leadership, empathy, and community spirit.โ
Local charities and youth advocates have also hailed the move as a major boost for the region, especially at a time when youth homelessness continues to rise.
The new shelterโexpected to accommodate dozens of young people at a timeโwill feature modern living spaces, recreational areas, classrooms, and mentorship programs run by trained professionals and volunteers.
As the NRL star prepares for the upcoming season, his off-field legacy appears to be growing just as quickly as his reputation on the pitch.
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