Port Phillip Community Group was formed in the early 1970’s as a neighbourhood house running recreational and educational activities. It became evident that a more direct means of assisting the marginalised in the community was needed and programs providing information, support and referral were introduced.

Port Phillip Community Groups innovative and responsive nature seeded many now flourishing organisations in the City of Port Phillip and over the 38 years of our existence. There was, from the outset, a commitment to maintaining an accessible service with no appointments needed and no questions asked. PPCG has been at the premises of the St Kilda Parish Mission since 1973. We hope to be here in a brand new building for may years to come.

Programs at that time included an ante-natal clinic, marriage counselling and a citizens advice bureau, a legal service and tenancy advice service.

As a local place-based organisation, PPCG has always been strongly supported by local government, with additional support from state government. The Kennett years presented a challenge as we lost housing and youth services.

Fortunately things have turned around since. The organisation now operates from 4 sites across the City of Port Phillip, and extends beyond CoPP boundaries. New programs have added to our capacity – both in the delivery of individual support through duty work and emergency relief, and in our ability to extend our community development work.

‘’Geez – I love working at this place’ Maz Fox (I&S worker St Kilda)