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Kirketon Road Centre - Darlinghurst

The Kirketon Road Centre (KRC) in Kings Cross, Sydney is an integrated primary health service that provides comprehensive care to at risk youth, people experiencing homelessness, people who inject drugs, people who sex work, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from LGBTQIA+ communities. KRC provides a wide range of health and social welfare needs to these clients across multiple services and outreach clinics.

Kirketon Road Centre - Potts Point

Kirketon Road Centre (KRC) is a health service located in Kings Cross specialising is working with people who inject drugs, sex workers, people experiencing homelessness, at risk young people, and people in urgent need of HIV/Hepatitis care.

Knox City Council

Local government

Various locations around Australia

T 0392988000

E knoxcc@knox.vic.gov.au

W knox.vic.gov.au

Koala Kids Foundation Limited

Koala Kids is a volunteer driven organisation that provides small things for children and young people during cancer treatment, their families and healthcare team. We support them in hospitals, as in and out patients and in their homes.
We source therapeutic and other items that distract children from the pain associated with cancer treatment and provide them with activities that entertain and engage them to alleviate the boredom from being in hospital for long admissions or days of treatment. We source fun themed activities around local and international, cultural and religious celebrations and develop our own themes to provide happiness in between major and other holidays and festivals. We support the whole family including primary carers outside the family.

Hawthorn VIC 3122

T 0385894812

W koalakids.org.au

Kombi Clinic

Kombi Clinic is a mobile outreach medical team focusing on the eradication of Hepatitis C. We have been operating since 2017 and take Hepatitis C testing, diagnosis, treatment and cure to marginalised and disenfranchised members of our community.
Our clinics are run at City Missions, rough sleeping locations, drug rehab services, probation and parole and correctional centres. We work out of a yellow Kombi Van known as Ruby and wear bright hawaiian shirts.

Koomarri

Koomarri is a respected not-for-profit organisation with more than 63 years of operation in the ACT and NSW.

At Koomarri, we support people who experience disability to lead meaningful and productive lives. Koomarri's business, community and residential services support more than 300 people and their families across Canberra and southern NSW.

Koomarri advocates for and empowers people to achieve their dreams, goals and aspirations with a whole of life approach in collaboration to continuous learning and review of our services to ensure we provide the best possible supports to people with disability in our community.

Phillip ACT 2606

W koomarri.com.au

Koonambil Aged Care Ltd

Koonambil Aged Care Limited is a community owned, mission based organisation that operates a residential aged care facility in Coonamble in the far west region of NSW.

Koonambil provides individualised quality care to all residents in a safe, caring, happy and homelike environment. Individual needs are catered for and residents continue to lead a purposeful life assisted by ongoing community engagement and participation.

Koonambil currently has 30 bed licenses that allow ageing in place, including respite, together with eight independent living units.

Coonamble NSW 2829

W koonambil.com.au

Koondoola Primary School

Koondoola Primary School is located approximately 17 kilometres from the Perth CBD in the City of Wanneroo and has an enrolment of 310 students. Our multi-cultural primary school is one of the most unique educational environments in Western Australia. It brings together children from a wide range of backgrounds, languages and cultures. Add to this the on-site Intensive English Centre and our close relationship with Burbridge School for children with Special Needs and it becomes clear that celebrating inclusivity is a way of life for the Koondoola school community. Over 75% of our students come from a language background other than English making Koondoola the most culturally diverse school in the state.

Koondoola WA 6064

W koondoolaps.wa.edu.au

Koorawatha Public School Parents & Citizens Association Inc

We have developed a 3-year plan in consultation with our community, connected to a budget and student outcomes.

The school plan is highly strategic, focusing on 3 key areas for improvement we have determined in consultation with our community. It demonstrates our alignment and commitment to excellence as part of public education in NSW to ensure a profound difference to the ongoing growth and development of our school.

Koorawatha NSW 2807

W koorawatha-p.schools.nsw.gov.au

Koorda Community Resource Centre

Build and strengthen the capacity of our local community
Value our community and encourage its development
Uphold the highest standard of integrity in all our actions

Koordak Aboriginal Corporation


Koordak is a non-profit organisation based on helping to improve the lives of the Aboriginal Community in Ellenbrook and surrounds. We are a stand-alone Aboriginal lead and run community centre not governed by any other bodies therefore having our very own strength to give back to those in our community without competing with any other organisations.

Koordak relies on donations, in-kind support, volunteers and grants to proceed with our everyday programs. Our aim is to close the gap and conserve, teach and protect culture and those vulnerable in our community. We focus on education, social issues, identity, culture and tradition.

We provide support for Aboriginal people by facilitating cultural and educational programs for adults and children whilst promoting empowerment and encouraging strength and pride.

Koordak is a very long awaited organisation that has come in to the City of Swan that will positively impact the lives of Aboriginal families in the area.

Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council

Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire is administered by the Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council in accordance with the Local Government Act 2009. Council has an elected Mayor and Councillors who work closely with an Executive Team to deliver services to the community.

Kowanyama QLD 4892

W kowanyama.qld.gov.au

Koya Aboriginal Corporation

Koya Aboriginal Corporation’s overarching vision is to create an innovative and sustainable Indigenous operated business that maintains the heritage of Indigenous culture; generates income, employment and recognition for Indigenous people; and, through genuine Indigenous knowledge, promote understanding and harmony with the environment and people, resulting in a social return to the Indigenous community.

Midland WA 6056

W koya.org.au

Kulbardi Aboriginal Centre

Our staff work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are studying at Murdoch University. The ages range from 17 years to 75 years old. We support the students holistically, including academic but also personal needs. This can include working with homelessness, financial hardship, mental/health illnesses, domestic violence, finding work, advocating to Centrelink etc.
Our centre has facilities that students can access including printing/faxing, stationary, computer lab, study spaces, outdoor area and a kitchen, with tea/coffee and some food. We run programs for the students to support them with their learning and help them achieve their goals. We also run free workshops in high schools around Perth and in the community. These programs are to break down preconceived barriers around education and help students unlock their full potential. Our aim is to empower our students to gain their wings to fly, through a life-cycle approach of holistic support.

Kullarri Regional Communities Indigenous Corporation

KRCIC operates as a not-for-profit Indigenous Corporation under the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations (ORIC) and is classified as a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI).

We aim to create positive and sustainable futures for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people and communities in the Kullarri Region.

We aim to deliver quality and targeted employment and community services and lead the development of regional economic and community development projects that benefit our member communities and clients.



Kulture Break

A Resilience through Movement organisation committed to providing dance services to young people within schools and the local community.

Kummara Association - Brisbane Family Wellbeing Service - KICS Family Support

Our Family Wellbeing Service is funded by the Queensland government and is a community controlled, free of charge, service for all Indigenous families who have children under the age of 18 years old living in their care.

Kummara operates south of the Brisbane river; from the inner city suburb of West End all the way to the Ipswich region. The Brisbane Family Wellbeing Service is located in Chandler and is for families living in or around Stones Corner, Annerley, Moorooka, Carina, Mt Gravatt and Sunnybank Hills.

Families can either self refer to us or we can take referrals from services like hospitals, schools and child safety services. The easiest way to self refer or refer a family is by filling out this online form.

Kummara Association Inc - Chandler

Kummara Association Inc. is an Indigenous Community Organisation formed in 1999 to provide services to the Indigenous and non-Indigenous Community.

Our hope is to support and nurture resilient children, families and communities by responding to issues at the personal, social and structural levels in society.

Kummara Association Inc - Goodna

Kummara Association Inc. is an Indigenous Community Organisation formed in 1999 to provide services to the Indigenous and non-Indigenous Community.

Our hope is to support and nurture resilient children, families and communities by responding to issues at the personal, social and structural levels in society.

Goodna QLD 4300

W kummara.org.au

Kummara Association Inc - Inala

Kummara Ltd. is an Indigenous Community Organisation formed in 1999 to provide services to the Indigenous and non-Indigenous Community.

Our hope is to support and nurture resilient children, families and communities by responding to issues at the personal, social and structural levels in society.

Inala QLD 4077

T (07) 3128 0940

W kummara.org.au

Kummara Family Wellbeing

Our Family Wellbeing Service is funded by the Queensland government and is a community controlled, free of charge, service for all Indigenous families who have children under the age of 18 years old living in their care.

Kummara operates south of the Brisbane river; from the inner city suburb of West End all the way to the Ipswich region. The Brisbane Family Wellbeing Service is located in Chandler and is for families living in or around Stones Corner, Annerley, Moorooka, Carina, Mt Gravatt and Sunnybank Hills.

Kummara IFS - Moreton Bay

Intensive Family Support

Caboolture QLD 4510

W kummara.org.au/

Kummara Limited - Ipswich

Kummara Limited is an Indigenous Community Organisation formed in 1999 to provide services to the Indigenous and non-Indigenous Community.

Our hope is to support and nurture resilient children, families and communities by responding to issues at the personal, social and structural levels in society.

Family and Child Connect can help with a range of family and parenting challenges. We’ll talk with you about your situation and work out the type of support you might find helpful.

We can connect you to local services that can help with:

managing your child’s behaviour (e.g. skipping school, running away from home, homework, tantrums)
building better family relationships
stopping any violence at home
budgeting and managing money
alcohol, drug or gambling problems
housing, health care or access to other community or government services.
You can use this service as often as you need. There is no limit and no cost.

Every family is different so when you speak with us you will get advice and support specific to your situation.

Ipswich QLD 4305

T 07 3281 3708

W kummara.org.au

Kununurra PCYC

Kununurra PCYC is one of the most rural and needy parts of WA, Kununurra PCYC works closely with a number of community organisations to provide recreational and personal development opportunities for children and young people in Kununurra and the West Kimberley.
The centre currently delivers a broad range of youth and community activities that are culturally appropriate in supporting the children and young people of Kununurra.

These activities provide opportunities for the Western Australia Police Force Youth Policing Officers (YPO’s) to focus on building rapport and empowering young people to be the best that they can be in reaching their potential.

Kuranda Neighbourhood Centre

The Kuranda Neighbourhood Centre is an information and support service for Kuranda locals to assist in promoting a sense of community: by linking people to supporting services, by promoting inter-agency contacts and by responding to emerging needs.

Kuranda QLD 4881

W kurandanc.com.au

Kurbingui Youth Development Ltd

Kurbingui Youth & Family Development Limited was established in 2001 primarily to provide and promote physical activities in the form of boxing as a means to developing strong, healthy and positive lifestyles for young people. Mr Syl Johns was the driving force behind this program, however he soon realised that there were more complex issues for these young people that required personal support and guidance. To address some of these issues, the “Yeaca Dhargo” Employment Program was born under the auspice of Mercy Family Services for the first year, and then transferred to the newly incorporated Kurbingui Youth Development Limited in 2001.

Kurnai Secondary College

Kurnai College is driven by the core values of ENGAGEMENT, EXCELLENCE, WORK ETHIC and RELATIONSHIPS. The College's stated purpose is "To build a learning community with a global perspective which promotes respect and achievement". The College has established programs in Advanced Learning, Mentoring, English as a Second Language, International Education, Peer Support and Student Leadership, Community Engagement, Transition, Careers and Pathways and Music. Teamwork is a central element in shaping and promoting improvement in the College with year level teams in years 7 to 10, and combined curriculum teams operate in years 11 and 12. Kurnai College continues to make Koorie inclusivity and intercultural learning a focus and an area for continued attention. Considerable emphasis and resources have been devoted to targeted professional learning for all staff.

Churchill VIC 3842

W kurnaicollege.vic.edu.au

Kurrajong Heights Bowling and Recreation Club Ltd

We are a community owned and managed Club. We have social bowls one morning and one afternoon per week. We also have a community dinner every Thursday evening where volunteers cook a healthy meal for an accessible price. It is also the home of the Bilpin Shed that meets there every Thursday afternoon. At present we have many repairs to the Club House, such as roof removal and repair, and our Green needs resurfacing. We have no paid staff - all grounds and Club maintenance are carried out by volunteers.

Kurrajong Village Baptist Church

Church Organisation involved in community welfare & community care. Bushfire Recovery Flood Recovery

Kurrajong NSW 2758

T 02 4573 1886

W kurrajongbaptist.org.au

Kurranulla Aboriginal Corporation

Kurranulla Aboriginal Corporation (KAC) is not for profit organisation that incorporated on 21st November 1994 under the Aboriginal Councils and Associations Act 1976.

(KAC) is a drop in centre for local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community living in the Sutherland Shire and St George areas.

Kurranulla are dedicated to providing individually tailored and culturally appropriate services to Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander within their communities.

Our vision is to strive for excellence and best practice in the provision of culturally appropriate services and quality care for all members in the community.

We service communities across South East Sydney, Inner West, St George and Sutherland Shire. We can help connect you to an NDIS or Aged Care Package.

All of our services are strengths based, person-centred and culturally safe.

We listen to what matters to you so that together, as a community, we improve our social and emotional wellbeing, connection and resilience.

Kutta Mulla Gorinna Special Assistance School

Kutta Mulla Gorinna School provides secondary schooling opportunities to those young people who are disengaged and alienated from the conventional school system. Our school places emphasis on understanding the essential features of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, including our special connection on the land and sea and our commitment to family and community, especially as it pertains to the lives of our students.

At the same time Kutta Mulla Gorinna School will welcome all students disengaged from schooling irrespective of their cultural background. We aim to ensure that students have an awareness of social justice principles and demonstrated respect for others.

Mackay QLD 4740

W kmg.qld.edu.au

Kwinana Early Years Services Inc. (KEYS)

KEYS is an organisation that is committed to advocating for the rights of the child and families; building on the strengths and capacities of families and the community; we empower parents to play the key role in raising their children; acknowledging the inter-generational nature of parenting issues; consulting with the community to work in an innovative and collaborative manner; promoting education as a means of breaking the poverty cycle; working in an innovative and creative manner. We provide service to meet the needs of the community through counselling, playgroups, workshops, parenting programs and one-on-one support.

Kwinana WA 6966

T 08 9439 1838

E info@keyswa.org

W keyswa.org

Kyabra Community Association Inc.

Kyabra is a community based organisation committed to strengthening individual, family and community life.
We provide support and training to individuals, families and community groups in the Southside of Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.

Our vision is of fair, thriving, sustainable communities that instil hope, embrace diversity, promote safety and in which all people feel a sense of belonging.

Runcorn QLD 4113

W kyabra.org

Kyabram Community and Learning Centre Inc.

We are a socially inclusive learning organisation respectfully meeting the needs of the Kyabram region. We are a central hub for a range of valued community and support services. We facilitate, deliver and advocate for our families and individuals to develop personal and interpersonal skills to connect and empower our community.

Kyabram VIC 3620

T 0358520000

E kclc@kclc.com.au

W kclc.com.au

Kyogle Council

Community Resilience Bushfire Recovery, All Disaster Planning Preparedness, Response and Community Recovery.

Kyogle Family Support Services Neighbourhood Centre Inc.

We are a not for profit family support service. We network with other agencies to provide wrap around services for vulnerable clients.
We have increasing numbers of people accessing the service who are homeless due to DV, floods, limited housing and natural disasters.
Many people require food relief, toiletries, cooking utensils, tents, swags, camping equipment, sleeping bags so that they can have somewhere out of the weather to sleep as there is virtually no accommodation at caravan parks, motels, hotels etc. This is a recurring theme all through the Northern Rivers. When we ring Link2home clients cannot get help as there is no accommodation anywhere.
We also provide case management to families, early intervention programs, supported parenting groups.
Our hub includes a community garden, men's shed, hart transport and services Australia. we plan to have a daily soup kitchen up and running by next year. we also have the service the Aboriginal community of muli Muli.

Kyogle NSW 2474

T +61266321044

E fs4@kfss.org.au

W kfss.org.au/

Kyogle Together Inc.

Our service works with all ages and has a program that offers services for people experiencing marginalisation, all kinds of vulnerabilities and living within low socio-economic situations.

Lachlan and Western Regional Services Inc

Lachlan and Western Regional Services Inc is a not-for-profit, community-led organisation, that provides a broad range of services, training, and support, for the communities at the Heart of NSW.
Our mission is to empower and assist the disadvantaged to grow a sustainable regional community that is culturally, socially, and economically viable.

Condobolin NSW 2877

T 0268953301

E hello@lwrs.org.au

W lwrs.org.au/

LADDERS

Logan Adolescent Drug Dependencies Early Response Service (LADDERS). This is free a service for young people aged 12-25 and their families/significant others who are experiencing problematic alcohol and other drug use. LADDERS aims to reduce the harms from alcohol and other drug use by offering a range of services in a friendly and non-judgemental space.

Laguna Public School

The only primary school in the Wollombi Valley. The students and their families have been affected by the bushfires in 2020 and this is now their 3rd flood in 2 years, and the most devastating in living memory.

Laidley and Districts Community Organisation Inc (Our Community Centre)

Our business is about assisting people to develop their potential and make a difference in their own lives, families, workplaces and communities; and supporting people who are working through a crisis. We can offer assistance including:
Information and Advocacy
Appropriate referral options
Practical help in times of emergency
Work-related training and experience, and
Volunteer opportunities

Laidley District State School

State school for primary age students providing education and social/emotional support

Lake Joondalup Baptist Church

We provide a Christians against Poverty Debt Centre for the community. CAP assists families in the community that are in financial difficulty by liasing with creditors on their behalf, suggesting budgets and assisting them in keeping to the budgets. The Lake Joondalup Baptist Church also offers food vouchers and assistance wherever possible.

Joondalup WA 6027

W ljbaptist.com.au/

Lakes Entrance Neighbourhood House

We are a NFP. We run a weekly foodbank service for all members of our community requiring support, this includes material aid. Our service is run by one paid worker volunteers.

Lakes Entrance Primary School

The school provides an outstanding learning experience for all students, one which engages students in their learning, utilises the best resources available, holds high expectations and prepares students for a life of continued learning.

Lakes Entrance VIC 3909

W lakesps.vic.edu.au/

Lakes Entrance Secondary College

Lakes Entrance Secondary College aims to develop each student to their full potential, both academically and socially. The College is relatively small and provides individual programs for students based on their learning needs and interests.The College offers a comprehensive curriculum program at all year levels from year 7 to 12.

Lakes Entrance VIC 3909

W lakessc.vic.edu.au/

Lamp Inc

Lamp Inc has for over 20 years, successfully provided a high quality, not-for-profit, community based support services to consumers and carers with a diagnosed mental illness, their family and friends, living independently in the South West, Cape to Cape and the Warren Blackwood regions of Western Australia.
Some of the services and programs offered include;
-Independent living home and community support
-Youth Intervention and Prevention programs
-Mental Health Advocacy
-NDIS applications and support services
-Other Individualized Support

West Busselton WA 6280

T 0897541834

E admin@lampinc.org.au

W lampinc.org.au

Langford Aboriginal Association

Langford Aboriginal Association Inc. has always sought to maintain a deep understanding and appreciation of the aspirations and needs of our community. This connection to the community informs our strategy and service offering and for over 20 years LAA has implemented culturally appropriate initiatives, programs and services in the areas of;

• Noongar Language
• Art and Culture
• Food and Nutrition
• Women’s and Men’s Groups
• Children’s Programs

LAA works to improve community health, wellbeing, cultural and social connections for Aboriginal people living and working in the Perth metropolitan area and we are committed to actively promoting ethical and responsible decision-making at all levels of the organisation and in the community through the values of respect, inclusion, trust, honesty, ethical practice, confidentiality and transparency.
LAA works to meet the aspirations and needs of all Aboriginal peoples’ and families living on ‘Whadjuk Noongar Boodja’.

Lanyon High School

High School in Conder, ACT

Laptops for Students

Our organisation provides digital equipment to individuals (students) and organisations who are disadvantaged, for the purpose of studying
We recycle digital equipment, reduce landfill and assist students who need access to technology
Our initiative reduces e-waste and helps our local community

Various locations around Australia

T 0410992741

E iva.fraser@gmail.com

W dijired.org.au

Larapinta Child and Family Centre

Early learning and family support for children and their families from prebirth to aged 5.

Larapinta NT 0875

T 0889585185

W facebook.com/LarapintaCFC

Lardner & District Primary School

Lardner & District Primary School is a small rural school in Central Gippsland, Victoria which has around 50 students.

Lardner VIC 3821

W lardnerdps.vic.edu.au/

Larrakia Nation - Tenancy Support Program

Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation is funded by the Department of Housing to support individuals and families are homeless, rough sleepers or whose whose tenancy may be at risk of homelessness.

Coconut Grove NT 0810

T 08 8948 3733

W larrakia.com

Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation

Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation Aged Care provides support to elderly clients to ensure that they remain living in their own home for as long as possible. We provide domestic assistance, social support (group and individual), transport, assistance with housing, Meals on Wheels and personal care to both entry level and higher needs clients.

Coconut Grove NT 0810

T 08 8985 6811

E agedcare@larrakia.com

W larrakia.com

Latrobe City Council

Local government agency - emergency management, operate relief and recovery centres

Latrobe Community Health Service

Community health service providing primary health services, dental services, home care packages, allied health, counselling, mental health, NDIS, Gamblers Help, Flood Recovery.

Various locations around Australia

T 1800 242 696

E Gippslandfloodrecovery@lchs.com.au

W lchs.com.au

Latrobe Special Developmental School

School

Traralgon VIC 3844

W latrobesds.vic.edu.au/

Launceston City Mission

Supported accommodation, sobering up and time out facilities along with outreach work providing food and friendship to those who need it most.

Launceston TAS 7250

W citymission.org.au/

Launch Housing - Cheltenham

We are a homelessness service based in Cheltenham. We provide emergency accommodation, transitional housing, and access to public housing and private rental.
Our program Accommodation Options for Families has a focus on getting families out of emergency accommodation, from couch surfing and into private rental properties. We work across 3 locations in Cheltenham, St Kilda and Collingwood.

Various locations around Australia

T 0392889600

E info@launchhousing.org.au

W launchhousing.org.au/

Launch Housing - Collingwood

Launch Housing is a secular Melbourne-based community organisation that delivers homelessness services and life-changing housing supports to disadvantaged Victorians.

Collingwood VIC 3066

T 0392889600

W launchhousing.org.au/

Launch Housing - South Melbourne

Launch Housing - South Melbourne is a Crisis Accommodation Facility that provides accommodation and support to families (typically a mother and her children) who are experiencing homelessness. Case managers at this site also work with families in emergency accommodation and transitional properties to secure and maintain long-term appropriate housing. We also have children-specific therapeutic, educational and recreational programs operating from this site.

South Melbourne VIC 3205

W launchhousing.org.au/

Launch Housing - Southbank

Launch Housing Southbank is a 51-bed crisis accommodation service in Melbourne. It offers short stays, case management, healthcare, and crisis supports to people in need of shelter and care. Southbank’s accommodation options include rooms for couples and singles.

While staying at the facility residents can use the communal kitchens, courtyard, lounge room, dining and activities room. Southbank is a pet-friendly crisis accommodation service, and it has women only areas. Support staff are on site 24/7 to provide assistance and care for residents.

Launch Housing - St Kilda East

We provide crisis accommodation for women who are homeless and often are escaping family violence. During our residents stay we find them stable housing and link them with the supports they need. Often our clients come to us with little clothing or possessions. We are always looking for donations of clothing, underwear, new bedding and kitchenware.

Launch Housing Elizabeth Street Common Ground

Launch Housing Elizabeth Street Common Ground is an Internationally renowned model that focusses on transitioning long term homeless people to stable housing from a housing first philosophy. ESCG has been operating in Melbourne for over 11 years and is a partnership between Launch Housing and Unison.
ESCG is a high density 131 Unit mixed tenancies facility located in the heart of Melbourne. It provides on-site case management support to 65 individual residents. Supports and 24/7 Concierge services are provided by Launch Housing and tenancies are managed by Unison.
Common Ground supports residents to achieve their individual goals and assists people to remain independent and self reliant.
Building and maintaining a thriving community is a major part of the success of the program and recovering from COVID restrictions is of the highest priority.

Melbourne VIC 3000

T 0383590212

W launchhousing.org.au

Launching Place Primary School

Primary School

Launching Place VIC 3139

W launchps.vic.edu.au/

Launchpad Youth Community

Launchpad consistently strives to reduce and prevent youth homelessness by enhancing young people’s capacity to fully participate and engage in the community.

Erskineville NSW 2043

W launchpadyouth.org.au/

Law and Advocacy Centre for Women Ltd

We are a community legal centre in Victoria that provides advice, representation and wrap-around support to women who are in or at risk of entering the criminal justice system.
Our in house case management and social work team works closely with our clients to address the underlying causes of their criminalisation, including in relation to family violence victimisation, homelessness, poverty and health issues.
We also provide material aid in the form of grocery vouchers, assistance with transportation costs, clothing and emergency accommodation for women, in particular those who are being released from custody into the community and those at risk of family violence.

Carlton VIC 3053

T 0394488930

E info@lacw.org.au

W lacw.org.au/

Learning With Families

The Learning with Families Program is an early learning support program for Indigenous Families. We currently run 3 Playgroups; Sadadeen Primary School, Trucking Yards town Camp and Percy Court. The aim of the Program is to improve developmental outcomes for Indigenous children by working with Families and children prior to school entry. An integral part of our Program is also working to build capacity with the Parents and other Family members.

Lebanese Muslim Association - Settlement Engagement and Transition Support Program (SETS)

Thrive is a Youth Transition Support program, designed to provide support for newly arrived migrants and refugee youth, between the ages of 12-25, in their transition into the Australian community. Funded by the Department of Social Services, Thrive aims to provide culturally and religiously appropriate services to recently migrated communities.

Lakemba NSW 2195

W lma.org.au/

Leeuwin Ocean Adventure Foundation Ltd

We are a not for profit organisation providing a youth training program onboard a 1850's replica Barquentine Sailing Ship. Our program gives youth from all over WA the opportunity to learn essential soft and hard skills in a unique way. We rely on external funding to provide this program and give as many young people the opportunity to experience life on board the STS Leeuwin II as possible.

Fremantle WA 6160

W sailleeuwin.com

Legacy WA

Legacy is a charity providing services to Australian families suffering after the injury or death of a spouse or parent, during or after their defence force service. We currently care for 52,000 beneficiaries, including 1,845 children and disabled dependants throughout Australia.

Leichhardt Community Group

We are the Leichhardt One Mile Community Centre in Ipswich that helps support local families. Leichhardt One Mile are 2 suburbs in Ipswich that are recognised as disadvantaged communities with high level of unemployment and single parent families. We have a variety of support programs such as emergency relief, free access to computers, supported programs for children and families and more. We have services that use the Centre to meet with clients from the community.

Leichhardt QLD 4305

W lcginc.org.au/

Leichhardt State School

Primary School

Lennox Head Lions Club Inc

Lennox Head Lions are people who get involved in humanitarian efforts locally, nationally, and internationally. A service club involved in: Mentoring, Leadership, Development, Medical Research Fundraising and Disaster Relief - just to name a few.

Lesmurdie Senior High School

Set in the beautiful Perth Hills, Lesmurdie Senior High
School was established in 1981 and currently has a
growing population of over 1000 students and 100
staff. Rich in community spirit, our school boasts the
best of both worlds, a semi-rural location surrounded
by bushland, just 30 minutes from the CBD. The
school emblem, a Chuditch (Djooditj) surrounded by
the branches of a Jarrah (Djarraly) tree, is consistent
with the school’s strong sense of connection with its
local environment. With leafy, open grounds, friendly students and staff, we pride ourselves on building positive relationships within our school. We are an inclusive school and embrace our growing diversity. We are proud of the ‘Lesmurdie Way’ which fosters a feeling of togetherness, caring and a sense of family.

Lesmurdie WA 6076

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Leukaemia Foundation QLD - Dutton Park

We offer free support to people who have been affected by a diagnosis of leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, or a related blood disorder. This includes the patient, carer, family, and friends. This support maybe offered over the telephone, face to face at home, hospital or at our accommodation. Support may include providing information, patient education seminars and programs that provide a forum for peer support and consumer representation, practical assistance, accommodation, emotional support and counselling.

Dutton Park QLD 4102

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Leukaemia Foundation SA - Adelaide

Supports people living with blood cancer and their families with practical assistance, education, emotional support and research.

Leukaemia Foundation VIC

Provide support to people living with blood cancer.

Leukaemia Foundation WA

The Leukaemia Foundation provides information and support for people living with a blood cancer. The 7 domains of support are emotional, practical, physical, psychological, social, informational and spiritual.

Leukaemia Support Queensland

we support patients and their families living with leukaemia, lymphoma and related blood disorders, with financial, counselling and transport services.

Morayfield QLD 4506

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LGBTI Legal Service Inc.

We are a community legal centre that provides free legal advice and representation on LGBTIQA+ issues, including law reform.

Liberation Larder Inc

We are self-funded charity depends on public donations, we provide hot food, fresh produce & emergency frozen meals to folk in need, such as those homeless or financially disadvantaged. Open Byron Bay Mon & Thurs 7am-2pm.

Lids4kids

Lids4kids rescues plastic bottle tops and other recyclable items smaller than a credit card from landfill and recycles them into new, sustainable objects. We provide education sessions for schools to teach about plastic recycling and so far have rescued over 110,000,000 lids from landfill

Life Without Barriers - Alice Springs

Our unique approach has enabled us to provide effective services that transcend traditional sector boundaries and reach more people with disabilities, vulnerable children and families, older people, refugees and asylum seekers, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and others who are vulnerable to social exclusion, isolation and socio-economic disadvantage and enable people to live life without barriers, participate in society and live life to the fullest.

Alice Springs NT 0870

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Life Without Barriers - ARYA House

Residential care houses for young people

Belmont WA 6104

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Life Without Barriers - Beenleigh

Agents are registered for the Next Step After Care Program. Our principal aim is to assist young people who have been in Foster Care under an order with the Department of Child Safety however are no longer on this order and are aged between 15 and 21. Coordinators work with each young person in relation to several life domains which include: IDENTITY AND CULTURE, FAMILY, FRIENDS AND SOCIAL NETWORKS, A PLACE TO LIVE, HEALTH AND WELLBEING, EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT, LIVING SKILLS and FINANCIAL SECURITY

Beenleigh QLD 4207

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Life Without Barriers - Dandenong

Life Without Barriers ia a national, not-for-profit organisation. We deliver services in the areas of Disability, Out-of-Home-Care, Aged and Veterans' Care, Mental Health and support for Refugees and Asylum Seekers through our National Immigration Support Service (NISS).

Dandenong VIC 3175

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Life Without Barriers - Family Intervention Service - Milton

Holistically supports families working with Child Safety to preserve or reunify the family unit.

Milton QLD 4064

T 0736331500

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Life Without Barriers - Geraldton

Life Without Barriers in the Geraldton/Murchison region provides residential and foster care placements for children in care.

Various locations around Australia

T 0429 072 634

W lwb.org.au

Life Without Barriers - Kalgoorlie

Life Without Barriers are a not-for-profit organisation working in more than 300 communities across Australia. Our services currently support just over 11,500 people living in their own homes or in residential houses that we manage. We deliver services in the areas of disability, out-of-home care, aged care, mental health and support for refugee and asylum seekers. We also provide services to homeless people and to youth involved with the justice system. We were established through the shared determination of local community members in who wanted to improve the lives of people with a disability. Motivated by their own experiences and in response to demand for local disability support services, they decided to act. Generating interest in the community, proposing to create a new non-government organisation for supporting people living with disability, a Board was formed and Life Without Barriers was established.

Kalgoorlie WA 6430

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Life Without Barriers - Leederville

At Life Without Barriers our purpose is to 'Partner with People and Change lives for the Better'. Every person that we work with has their own specific needs and the support we offer is sensitive and respectful to their choices as individuals.Our unique approach has enabled us to provide effective services that transcend traditional sector boundaries and reach more people with disabilities, vulnerable children and families, older people, refugees and asylum seekers, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and others who are vulnerable to social exclusion, isolation and socio-economic disadvantage and enable people to live life without barriers, participate in society and live life to the fullest.

Leederville WA 6007

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Life Without Barriers - Milton

Economic assistance

Milton QLD 4064

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Life Without Barriers - Next Step Plus

Next Step Plus supports young people aged 15-25 years who are transitioning or who have transitioned from the care of the Department of Child Safety Queensland to live independently.

Ipswich QLD 4305

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Life Without Barriers - Ngatti House

Hostel for homeless youths aged 17-22 years, with a mental heath diagnosis.

Fremantle WA 6160

T 1800935483

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Life Without Barriers - Parramatta

Our services currently support just over 11,500 people living in their own homes or in residential houses that we manage. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers.

Parramatta NSW 2150

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Life Without Barriers - Robina

Large national social service organisation that is supporting multiple groups of marginalised people including people with disabilities and mental health, the elderly and children living in out of home care.

Robina QLD 4226

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Life Without Barriers - Springwood

The communities in which we offer services, are the same communities in which our staff live and belong to. This connection to community gives us depth of understanding and connection to each other. We recognise our experience as members of the communities and as a quality service provider offering services for many people who may face barriers now or in the future.

Springwood QLD 4127

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Life Without Barriers Darwin

Disability Services - Community Pathways Program

Life Without Barriers SE QCSS

Not for profit organisation. Supports clients with mental health, disability, chronic health or other health condition that impacts them living independantly. We assist people in their homes and have social group activities for clients.

Various locations around Australia

T 0734426624

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Lifehouse Queensland Inc

Lifehouse Queensland is a charity located in the Gympie region.
Lifehouse Pregnancy Help Gympie operates a Centre and free service offering practical and emotional support for women and couples in the region experiencing challenges with a pregnancy, an unexpected pregnancy or a pregnancy loss.

We offer:
Free options information and counselling.
Free pregnancy loss counselling.
Online classes or in-centre classes in pregnancy, birth, parenting, relationship, life skills etc.
The opt-in Lifehouse Mums program which includes:
- Free counselling.
- Personalised mentoring, practical help and birth support with experienced mums trained as mentors.
- Free maternity and baby goods/needs.

We support our participants from whenever they make contact through to their exit of our program or when their baby turns 1.

Frequently asked questions

Dedicated support services

In addition to the search function above that allows you to identify relevant organisations near you, listed below are a range of organisations, services and government resources that may be able to help you.

Some of these organisations may not be registered with GIVIT. We’ve compiled the list below to ensure you get relevant and tailored support for your situation, regardless of whether that includes donated items and services through GIVIT.

You can use the search function above to check if an organisation listed below is registered with GIVIT.

If your life is in danger, call Triple Zero 000 for emergency assistance.

 

Disaster and emergency recovery

If a natural disaster or emergency event has impacted you, please visit your state or territory government’s disaster support page to see what assistance is available, including disaster payments, grants and financial aid.

Queensland Government

Victoria Government

New South Wales Government

Western Australia Government

South Australia Government

Northern Territory Government

Tasmania Government

Australian Capital Territory Government

You can also access information via national resources - National Emergency Management Authority and Services Australia.

 

Domestic and family violence

If your life is in danger, call Triple Zero 000 for emergency assistance.

If you have experienced or are at risk of family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault, contact the National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line on 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732). 1800 RESPECT is also contactable via text, online chat or video call and is available 24 hours.

 

Financial hardship

The National Debt Helpine provides free, independent and confidential financial counselling via phone or live chat, Monday to Friday. You can call them on 1800 007 007.

Mob Strong Debt Helpline is a free advice service about money matters for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. They can be contacted on 1800 808 488, Monday to Friday.

 

Homelessness

If you’re experiencing or at risk of homelessness, you can find homeless shelters near you by searching on the Ask Izzy website.

Your state or territory government can also help. Listed below are the options by state or territory.

Australian Capital Territory

New South Wales

Northern Territory

Queensland

South Australia

Tasmania

Victoria

Western Australia

 

Mental health, depression or anxiety

If you or someone else’s life is in danger, call Triple Zero 000.

You can access 24/7 crisis support by calling Lifeline on 13 11 14. You can also contact Lifeline via text or online chat.

You can talk to a counsellor 24/7 through Beyond Blue. You can also access brief counselling with Beyond Blue via online chat.

If you’re a young person aged 12-25, you can talk to a trained clinician, you can contact Headspace 7 days a week between 9am and 1pm by calling 1800 650 890 or via online chat.

 

First Nations Australians

If you’re a First Nations Australian and you are going through a tough time, you can call 13YARN (13 92 76) to talk with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander crisis supporter.

 

Children or young people experiencing hardship

Children and young people aged 5 – 25 can access support through Kids Helpline by calling 1800 55 1800 or through online chat 24/7.

 

People living with disability

The Disability Gateway is an Australian Government service to help people with disability, their family, friends and carers find the support they need. They can be contacted on 1800 643 787, Monday to Friday.

 

Refugees and asylum seekers

If you’re a refugee or asylum seeker and you need help, you can contact the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre on 03 9326 6066 Monday to Friday for support.

 

People struggling with addiction

The National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline is a 24/7 service that provides free and confidential advice about alcohol and other drugs. You can call them on 1800 250 015.

Alternatively, Alcohol & Drug Counselling Online offers 24/7 online chat counselling.

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