Stëmm vun der Strooss Receives €20k 'Gift of the Holy Father'

On Wednesday 15 April 2026, Stëmm vun der Strooss, a Luxembourg-based non-profit organisation supporting people experiencing homelessness and other vulnerable members of society, received a donation of €20,000 as part of the “Gift of the Holy Father”, an initiative stemming from Pope Francis’ visit to Luxembourg in September 2024.

According to the organisation, the donation was originally intended for the Office of the Papal Almoner (Dicastery for the Service of Charity of the Vatican). The collected amount was redirected, at the request of the Holy Father, to support social initiatives in the Grand Duchy, benefiting the most vulnerable and refugees. This gesture of solidarity supported several organisations engaged in social and humanitarian work, including Stëmm vun der Strooss.

The official presentation of the donation took place at the association’s headquarters during a site visit. Those present included the Director of Stëmmvun der Strooss, Alexandra Oxacelay, as well as members of the Fondation Sainte-Irmine team: Roger Nilles; Marie-Ange de Savignac; and Ivana Katusic.

This financial support, granted under the initiative of Jean-Claude Hollerich, President of the Fondation Sainte-Irmine, strengthens the association’s efforts to support people living in precarious conditions, noted the non-profit.

“This donation represents much more than financial support: it is a strong sign of solidarity towards the people we support on a daily basis. It enables us to continue and further develop our actions for the most vulnerable,” said Alexandra Oxacelay.