In an inspiring act of generosity, Geelong Cats midfielder Max Holmes has reportedly invested $5.6 million to convert one of his properties into a dedicated shelter for homeless youth, marking one of the most impactful personal initiatives by an AFL player in recent years.
Sources close to the club say the decision has been months in the making, driven by Holmesโ growing involvement in community outreach programs across Victoria. The facility is expected to provide safe accommodation, educational support, mental-health services, and pathways toward long-term stability for young people experiencing homelessness.
Holmes said the project is something he has felt โdeeply connected to,โ explaining that the stories of struggling youth he met through local charities pushed him to take action. The newly transformed shelter, set to open in the coming months, will operate in partnership with several nonprofit organisations to ensure professional support and sustainable programming.
Geelong fans and AFL supporters have flooded social media with praise, applauding Holmes for using his platform to drive meaningful change. Community leaders have also welcomed the development, describing it as a โtransformative giftโ that will directly impact some of the regionโs most vulnerable young people.
Holmes is expected to make a formal announcement once construction and renovations are completed, but early details already highlight a bold and compassionate visionโone that reflects both his character and his commitment to the community he represents.
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