MCC was formally incorporated in 1996 and operates as a charitable organisation (a public benevolent institution) in its own privately-funded building at 977 Ann Street Fortitude Valley. MCC targets migrants, the disadvantaged, the poor and the elderly. MCC is actively involved in combating any forms of racism and acts as an advocate and liaison body where government and non-government bodies are concerned. It also actively promotes multiculturalism and cultural maintenance of traditions, language and customs.