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GIVIT helps thousands of Australians in need every year by providing items, services and vouchers. GIVIT helps people impacted by natural disasters, domestic and family violence or homelessness, First Nations Australians, people living with disability or mental ill-health, and much more.
How to get help through GIVIT
To access donated items or services through GIVIT, please connect with a support organisation registered with GIVIT that can assess your needs and provide assistance. This organisation can then place a request on GIVIT on your behalf. Click here for more information on how to get support through GIVIT.
To find relevant organisations in your area, simply use the search fields below. Support organisations working with GIVIT that require anonymity will not be listed below.
In addition to the search function below, at the bottom of this page is a list of organisations and services that may be able to support you, depending on what you're experiencing. This includes disaster and emergency recovery support.
Name
Details
BlazeAid - QLD
A volunteer-based organisation that works with families and individuals in rural Australia after natural disasters such as fires and floods. Working alongside rural families, our volunteers help to rebuild fences and other structures that have been damaged or destroyed.
BlazeAid Adelong
A volunteer-based organisation that works with families and individuals in rural Australia after natural disasters such as fires and floods.
Adelong NSW 2729
BlazeAid Macksville
BLAZEAID is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and is a volunteer-based organisation that works with families and individuals in rural Australia after natural disasters such as fires and floods. Working alongside the rural families, our volunteers help to rebuild fences and other structures that have been damaged or destroyed.
Equally important, volunteers also help to lift the spirits of people who are often facing their second or third flood event after years of drought, or devastating losses through bushfires. BlazeAid volunteers work in a disaster-affected area for many months, not only helping individuals and families, but also helping rebuild the local communities.
BlazeAid Yarrowitch
Volunteer based organisation that works with Rural Communities and Land Owners after a natural disaster to assist in the rebuilding of fences and other structures that have been damaged or destroyed
Bletchley Park Primary School
Bletchley Park Primary has 1010 students with a number of students and families doing it tough due to family breakdown, unemployment and those escaping domestic violence.
Southern River WA 6110
Bligh Park Community Services Inc.
Relieving poverty and distress by providing a range of direct services which significantly improve the lives of children, young people, families, individuals and older people in our community. Provision of a free food program, free counselling and advocacy services. Provision of high quality Before & After School and Vacation Care Supporting families with children in their early years. Provision of free Youth programs and services. Provision of education and skills Increased community engagement and reduced social isolation. Working closely with our local Indigenous Community to support self-determination
Bligh Park NSW 2756
Bloodwood Tree Association Inc
Bloodwood Tree Association is an Aboriginal controlled, not-for-profit registered charitable organisation that, for over 40 years, has been providing services for the homeless, unemployed, those affected by alcohol and other drugs and supporting vulnerable people in need within Port and South Hedland.
South Hedland WA 6722
Bloomhill Cancer Care
Bloomhill Cancer Care supports people of all ages on the Sunshine Coast to live well with cancer. Operated by a team of dedicated staff and hundreds of volunteers. Bloomhill provides ongoing support and services to patients undergoing a cancer diagnosis, as well as supporting family members. With no ongoing government funding, the charity relies on donations, fundraising and income from the Bloomhill Op Shops and the management of the Cotton Tree Markets to continue providing its valuable services.
Buderim QLD 4556
Blue Care - Ipswich Community Care
Looking after aged and young people including those with a disability.
Eastern Heights QLD 4305
Blue Mountains Aboriginal Culture and Resource Centre
Indigenous Corporation catering for cultural and community needs in the Blue Mountains NSW. We are aligned with service provision for families, youth and elders.
Blue Wren House - Camden Women's Shelter Inc
Provides crisis accommodation and casework to women and children escaping domestic violence in South Western Sydney
Sadleir NSW 2168
BlueCare Community Care - Redcliffe
BlueCare provides community aged care services including allied health, nursing care, personal care, support in the home and in the community, respite services in home or in centre, social support, spiritual and pastoral care under the Commonwealth Home Support Program, Home Care Packages, DVA.
Bobin Public School
A small rural primary school on the mid north coast of NSW.
Booksnboots Inc.
The Tiny Treasures project facilitates the provision of pre-loved and new books to remote area primary school-age children in Australia. Tiny Treasures seek and collect donations of children's picture books throughout the year and re-distributes the books to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities nationally.
In 2016 the Tiny Treasures project collected and distributed over 700 children's books to the Tiwi Islands; Bathurst and Melville Islands. We have established an ongoing partnership with the Tiwi Aboriginal community who are grateful for the assistance the Tiny Treasures project has provided.
In 2019, Tiny Treasures delivered 1000 books to Cherbourg Shire Council in Central Queensland who added them to their Indigenous Learning Centre, to enable access for families to take home and read to their children
In 2020, 800 books were sent to Castlemaine community Centre in central Victoria, for use as components of education packs to be sent to families across the region
Various locations around Australia
Boomerang Meeting Place Inc.
The Boomerang Meeting Place Inc objectives: To provide for the relief of poverty, misfortune, distress and helplessness of Aboriginal families and individuals through the provision of welfare and care services.
Provide religious services and spiritual counselling.
Provide secure, affordable and culturally appropriate housing
To address the social and cultural needs of Aboriginal People while reducing the impact that intergenerational trauma and disadvantage had on their lives.
To develop and manage social enterprise businesses.
Provide and support awareness campaigns, training services.
Provide social and welfare programs for disadvantaged Aboriginal children, families and aged. Including the relief of those in need, by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage Give leadership to community development by acting as a resource for the community and stakeholders in the areas of youth support, aged care, health, employment and welfare to the community.
The advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation or the promotion of racial harmony or equality and diversity.
Various locations around Australia
Boonah State High School
Secondary School in Fassifern District.
Boonah QLD 4310
Boondall Community Kindergarten
We are a community owned non-profit organisation affiliated with Lady Gowrie and have been operating on the present site since 1970.
We provide quality early childhood education for children aged 3.5 years to school age.
Various locations around Australia
Boorrumpah Goupong Aboriginal Corporation
Men's Mental health creates a safe space for men to share with each other. built on strong cultural values that recognize individual strengths, family, and kinship connections. We value support through the development of strong partnerships to achieve sustainable change in social and well-being for men.
Botany Family and Children's Centre Inc
Botany Family & Children's Centre is a non for profit, family support service, working with and for our community for over 45 years. We provide FREE services to the community, these include: counselling, case work, advocacy, referrals, children's supported playgroups, parenting programs, father's groups, domestic violence support, separation issues, same page parenting, early intervention and prevention.
Counselling is also provided for children and teens.
Bourke-Walgett School of Distance Education
Public school in NSW
Walgett NSW 2832
Bowen Community Council Inc
Bowen Community Council provides a range of community support services that enhance the capacity of the community, and respond to the needs of individuals, families and divers community groups. programs include soup kitchen, Emergency Relief, NILS, crisis counselling and referrals.
Bowen Neighbourhood Centre
We will provide an innovative, accessible range of services to educate, support and assist people and communities, particularly those most vulnerable.
Bowen Old Peoples Home Society
Bowen Old Peoples Home Society trading as Murroona Gardens- Aged care, Homecare, Independent Living Units, Residential care, Social Support group.
Bowraville Central School
NSW Government school that has enrolments from Kindergarten to Year 12 with a 36.5% Indigenous enrolment. Bowraville is classed as a low socio economic community.
Bowraville NSW 2449
Braidwood Life Centre
Braidwood Life Centre (BLC) Inc. is a non-profit organisation, whose primary objectives are the relief of poverty, sickness, destitution, suffering, distress, misfortune, disability and helplessness for the benefit of the health and wellbeing of the community within the Braidwood region.
Braidwood NSW 2622
Brainwave Australia
Brainwave supports families and children with brain illnesses and injuries to live their best lives through 1) provide holistic support to families at the point of diagnosis including information, referrals and other resources; 2) provide ongoing whole-of-family support as the needs of parents, siblings and children change over time; and 3) connecting families to one another and facilitate opportunities to build authentic, meaningful and ongoing relationships.
Brave Foundation
The Brave SEPT (Supporting Expecting and Parenting Teens) Program is an interactive Pathway Plan created for expecting and parenting teens to ensure they are connected to parenting support, life support and educational opportunities in their local communities.
Bravehearts Foundation Ltd
Bravehearts is an Australian child protection not-for-profit organisation, solely dedicated to the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse.
Bravehearts:
- works holistically to educate, empower and protect children from child sexual abuse
- helps prevent child sexual abuse by educating young people about personal safety
- supports survivors and victims of child sexual abuse, and their non-offending family members, with accessible and affordable counselling, case management and advocacy
- educates and empowers communities through world-class child protection training courses
and risk management
breakthru - Fortitude Valley
breakthru is one of Australia’s leading disability service providers, empowering thousands of people every year to achieve their goals. We currently operate in over 23 locations across New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
As a registered NDIS provider, Disability Employment Services (DES) provider and Registered Training Organisation (RTO), breakthru specialises in the provision of employment, daily living and capacity building supports to ensure people with disability can achieve independence and seamless inclusion in their local community.
A donation to breakthru will go towards purchasing equipment, services or experiences for our customers who are disadvantaged and in need of additional supports outside of Government funded services.
Breast Cancer Care WA Inc
In 2021 Breast Cancer Care WA provided supportive care services to 1372 individuals and families in Western Australia dealing with breast cancer. These services include Specialist Breast Care Nursing, Counselling, Financial and Practical Support, Support Groups, Therapy Groups and Educational Workshops. Our supportive care provision is evidence based and customised to meet the individual needs of each person and includes liaison and collaboration with other healthcare professionals and agencies, with the aim of easing the burden that comes with a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Cottesloe WA 6011
Bribie Island & District Neighbourhood Centre Association Inc.
We are a not for profit organisation that serves the area in a number of ways. We run an emergency relief program as part of that service. We deal with marginalised, vulnerable and impoverished individuals and families on a daily basis. Any help that can be provided by your organisation would be gratefully appreciated.
Bric Housing
Bric Housing provides affordable and secure housing for families and single people who may be disadvantaged or on low incomes.
Spring Hill QLD 4000
Bridge It
Bridge It provides young women who have experienced the out-of-home-care system or homelessness with a home, a community, and the support to thrive.
Various locations around Australia
Bridgeman Baptist Community Church - Streetlight
Streetlight provides nutritious meals and a welcoming community for homeless and disadvantaged members of our local area. Held weekly on a Monday night at a park in Aspley, Streetlight is run by volunteers and led by one of our local chaplains with a huge heart to dish up a feed while offering a listening ear.
Many people find themselves in desperate situations where they feel alone and without hope. A meal and conversation seem so simple but it can make a huge difference to someone in need. As we connect with people in poverty and financial crisis there are opportunities to distribute donations of blankets and beanies (when it’s cold) as well as emergency hampers and toiletries. There is also an opportunity to network people to other community services.
At Streetlight our heart is for people to experience hope and care as the tasty meal is served!
Bridgeman Downs QLD 4035
Bridges for Learning
We provide allied health and educational therapy and support for children 0-15 and families.
Using a family-centred model our therapists work collaboratively with each family to assist them I'm meeting the goals they have for their child.
Our organisation also provides support and education to other services, school and early childhood settings, to promote inclusion for all within our local community.
Bridging the Gap Sydney West Inc
Bridging the Gap and its staff aim to support and develop people through community development projects, early intervention programs, adolescent & family counselling, financial counselling, microfinance -no interest loans, youth programs and family support.
Our strategy is to offer opportunities for healing, learning and growth and to empower people by increasing knowledge, skills, health, education, connectedness and employment opportunities in a safe, respect filled environment.
Brisbane City Council
Brisbane is the largest local government in Australia with 26 wards and 27 councillor positions.
Brisbane QLD 4000
Brisbane City Council - Runcorn Ward
The Runcorn Ward comprises the suburbs of Sunnybank Hills, Sunnybank, Runcorn and Kuraby.
Brisbane City Council - Walter Taylor Ward
The Walter Taylor Ward includes the suburbs of Fig Tree Pocket, Indooroopilly, St Lucia, Chapel Hill (in part), Taringa (in part) and Toowong (in part).
Brisbane Gold Coast Grandies
BGCG are a local NFP under the umbrella of The Magic Moments Foundation that support the elderly in our community by sourcing and providing specialised wish-list of gifts at Christmas time.
Various locations around Australia
Brisbane Housing Company Ltd
BHC is a leading provider of affordable housing with a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative provision of social and affordable housing.
Brisbane City QLD 4000
Brisbane Legacy
Caring for the families of incapacitated and deceased veterans.
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Brisbane South Division - Accoras
Accoras has been delivering a range of early-intervention mental health and wellbeing services for nearly 30 years. We work with children, young people, adults, families and communities across South-East Queensland and Northern New South Wales.
More than 120 team members provide information, support and clinical services across four key streams - Child, youth and family services - Employment services - Psychology services - Community education services.
We know the right support at the right time can make a big difference as we work towards achieving our vision of ‘good mental health for all’.
Brisbane South Toy Library
The Brisbane South Toy Library gives families access to a large range of quality educational & developmental toys, puzzles, games & play equipment through a loans system. It is a not-for-profit community organisation managed by volunteers who are not only parents, carers & grandparents but also passionate about the importance of play, community & sustainability.
Richlands QLD 4077
Brisbane Spanish Seventh-day Adventist Church
As an organisation we help people in the areas of: Spiritual, Health, Mental, Social.
We work to provide food, clothing, financial support, family counselling, pastoral care, drug prevention and rehabilitation, psychology counselling, and in every disaster we are helping in all the ways we can.
Our motto is - Love and service to save.
All our services are free to the community. We serve as Jesus did.
Morningside QLD 4170
Brisbane State High School
Brisbane State High School is a secondary education facility
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Brisbane Youth Service - Fortitude Valley
BYS provides housing, homelessness, physical and mental health services and specialist programs for young women and young families, to create new futures for young people.
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Brisbane Youth Service - Housing and Tenancy Support
BYS provides housing, homelessness, physical and mental health services and specialist programs for young women and young families, to create new futures for young people.
Carina Heights QLD 4152
Brisbane Youth Service - Phoenix House
Providing emotional and case management support in transitional accommodation for young people between the ages of 15 and 18
Carina QLD 4152
Brisbane Youth Service - Sandgate House
Provides Transitional Accommodation, support and case management for single and parenting young people aged 16 - 25 in 26 x single and multiple occupancy units and houses across Brisbane.
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Brisbane Youth Service - Stones Corner
BYS provides housing, homelessness, physical and mental health services and specialist programs for young women and young families, to create new futures for young people. https://brisyouth.org
Stones Corner QLD 4120
Brisbane Youth Service - Windsor House
Providing an Immediate Response model of accommodation for young homeless people between the ages of 15 and 18
Windsor QLD 4030
Broadmeadows Valley Primary School Community Hub
Community Hubs is a national program that links families and their preschool children to services and support, learning opportunities and the community.
The National Community Hubs Program is an initiative of Community Hubs Australia, supported by the Scanlon Foundation and the Australian Government Department of Social Services.
Broadmeadows VIC 3047
Broke Residents Community Association
We are an Association made up of local Residents here to support the Community of Broke
Various locations around Australia
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Broken Ballerina Inc.
Broken Ballerina Inc. raises funds to assist survivors of Family and Domestic Violence in the Mackay and Whitsundays.
Various locations around Australia
Broken Crayons Still Colour Foundation
Broken Crayons Still Colour Foundation assist women and men and children escape domestic violence and help them rebuild afterwards, we conduct emergency relocations once we have moved the victim out of harms way we provide furniture and decor items to make their new home a sanctuary.we provide food & toiletries hampers plus toys school essentials for the children. We offer court support,assist with documents and offer counselling
We take broken victims and help them become empowered survivors
Various locations around Australia
Broken Hill Flying Patrol
An arm of the Uniting Church. Offering support, counciling, and assistance to those living in the far west of NewSouth Wales.
Broken Hill NSW 2880
Broken to Brilliant LTD
Broken to Brilliant™ is an Australian registered not-for-profit charity established by domestic violence survivors to mentor other survivors to re-establish successful lives. We help victims who have safely left the abusive relationship and are out of the crisis by providing services and programs to empower, support, assist and give hope to survivors in their journey to create a new chapter in their lives.
Broome Aboriginal Short Stay Accommodation (BASSA)
Mercycare, in a partnership with Centacare Kimberly, provides Aboriginal people who are visiting Broome and Derby with a safe, supportive and affordable accommodation. As a guest at the Derby or Broome Aboriginal Short Stay you will have access to quality family friendly accommodation options, in one of our two custom built facilities.
Whatever your need may be, we have local Aboriginal Support Workers in Broome and Derby, who are ready and able to assist you to find the right type support, and to make sure, you have the best possible accommodation experience. Our local staff are committed to providing quality accommodation in a culturally appropriate way, and in supporting our guests to make the most of their visit to Broome or Derby.
Service funded by Western Australia’s Department of Communities
Broome WA 6725
W mercycare.com.au/community-services/aboriginal-accommodation/bassa
Broome CIRCLE
Broome CIRCLE is a well established not-for-profit located in the town of Broome in the Kimberly region of WA. Established in 1989, it has grown to include a robust Money Support Hub, Community Development and Volunteering Programs.
Broome CIRCLE provide financial management and financial capability services to people in financial crisis in the area. More recently, Broome CIRCLE has been funded to coordinate the Broome Volunteer Resource Service. Broome CIRCLE support residents of Broome, and also conduct outreach to the Indigenous communities of Ardyaloon, Bidyadanga, Djarindjin, and Beagle Bay.
Broome WA 6725
Broome Lotteries House Inc
Broome Lotteries House Incorporated is your local not for profit community centre offering low rate office space and venue hire to the community. The operations of the facility are self funded and managed by a volunteer committee. A permanent base for 10 other not for profit organisations, the centre is a vibrant hub for community networking.
Broome PCYC
We work with at-risk and disadvantaged youth, especially those who may be in touch with the law or heading down that path. We also reach out to provide community wide programs and events in an effort to bridge the gap. Our main objective is to make things affordable and assist those who may otherwise miss out.
We are a not-for-profit.
Our Centre in Broome is very large and only has 1 full time staff (our manager) and 2 part time workers; a programs coordinator and an admin worker. As a team we are always trying to put on the biggest and best events/programs :D
Broome Primary School
Primary School catering for a low-socioeconomic demographic in the Kimberley region of WA
Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Services
An Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service which provides holistic and culturally responsive health and wellbeing services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Broome Youth and Families Hub Inc
Since 2014, we have provided support to, and positively engaged with children, young people and families. We manage services and programs aimed at improving the quality of life of young people and families and assisting them to reach their full potential.
BYFH offer a wide range of programs to the Youth and Families of Broome including:
* Playgroup and Parenting Support Program
* Drop In Centre - after school and school holiday activities
* Case Management Support - Youth Support, Family Support and Housing
* Home Stretch WA
* T120
* Maindim Yangbala & Marrgi Jarndunil Program - Youth Education re engagement Program
* HYPE (Helping Young People Engage) - Night Patrol
* Girls Group
Brophy Family and Youth Services
Brophy Family and Youth Services is a quality accredited Child Safe, not for profit organisation, with a community based Board of Directors. Our service provides a wide range of family, youth and children services across South West Victoria. We are a multi – site organisation, and employees may be required to work at any of our sites. These sites are based in Warrnambool, Portland, Hamilton and Colac. Brophy Family and Youth Services actively values and promotes diversity in our community and affirms our commitment to always be inclusive and respectful to all, regardless of gender, age, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, level of ability, cultural or language background. We welcome people who are LGBTIQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse, intersex, queer, plus other sexual minority identities), and are accredited under the Rainbow Tick Standards for LGBTI inclusive practice.
Our values are: Social justice, Professionalism, Empowerment, Responsiveness
Broulee Public School
Public primary school for the Broulee, NSW South Coast region.
Broulee NSW 2537
Brunswick Junction Community Resource Centre
Formed by a community committee in 2005, the Brunswick Junction and District Community Association Inc (“the Association”) is a membership based community non-profit organisation managed by an elected volunteer board.
The Association’s objectives (stated in Rule 3 of its Rules of Association) are to identify, develop, manage and promote facilities and projects which support social, economic, cultural and environmental development within the Brunswick and Districts region and which result in improved individual and community capacity.
http://brunswickjunction.crc.net.au/
Brunswick WA 6224
Bruthen Primary School
Bruthen Primary School is located in a picturesque rural setting overlooking the Tambo River valley. We are a family oriented school where all students look after each other and parents and carers are welcome and encouraged to be a part of their child’s education. We believe that education is a partnership between home and school and we look forward to a happy association with you.
Bruthen VIC 3885
Bubup Wilam for Early Learning Inc
Aboriginal child and family centre
We are an Aboriginal non funded organisation long day care and Kindertgarten centre for Aboriginal children and families
Thomastown VIC 3074
Buchan Neighbourhood House
We are a community house in East Gippsland that supports community development and advocacy for our region. We provide support, services, events and programs and are actively participating in the recovery of our community due to the 2019 fire season.
Bucketts Way Neighbourhood Group Inc
Provides the following services to Gloucester, local villages and surrounds - Emergency relief; Aged Care; Training; and Disability services
Gloucester NSW 2422
Budyari Aboriginal Community Health Centre
Supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with chronic diseases.
Miller NSW 2168
W swslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/communityhealth/centres_miller.html
Bugalma Bihyn First Nations Women's & Children's Refuge
Bugalma Bihyn is a Northern NSW service for First Nations women, children and young people who have experienced domestic or family violence or abuse.
Bulga Community Centre
The Bulga Community Centre runs our local community hall, organises many events for the community to come together and has recently formed a Community-led Resilience Team - Our Bulga CRT.
Our Bulga CRT is led by residents for residents with a focus on providing emergency preparedness information for the Bulga, Milbrodale and Fordwich area. Our CRT network links to emergency services agencies and supports joint preparedness, raises awareness of local disaster risks, and combines resources to improve the resilience of individuals, families and our community as a whole.
Bunbury PCYC
The Western Australian Police and Community Youth Centres (WA PCYC) exists so that disadvantaged children and young people at risk across Western Australia have a safe place to go – somewhere they can feel at home, make friends and do things that young people should do.
Bundaberg Friends For Refugees
BFFR is an association working in conjunction with Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Pilot (CRISP) to respond to the global refugee crisis and resettle families within our local community.
We will be providing a refugee family with accomodation and 12 months of practical settlement and integration support from the date of their arrival in Australia. In preparation for this, we are fundraising and accepting donations in kind to furnish their new home and prepare them for their new life in Australia.
Various locations around Australia
Bundaberg Neighbourhood Centre
Provides connections to the Bundaberg community to support services and agencies. Provides emergency relief, no-interest-loans and help for vulnerable people. We provide programs for community engagement and host support groups at the Centre. We pass on donations to people who need it.
Bundaberg South QLD 4670
Bundanoon Community Association
The Bundanoon Community Association has a long and proud history and has existed for over 80 years. The Association (BCA) strives to achieve the following objectives:
Enhance the beauty and unique village of Bundanoon, regarded as one of the most attractive villages in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales.
To foster a community spirit in the village.
To serve and represent the interests of Bundanoon. It achieves this in a variety of ways, including making submissions to the local Wingecarribee Shire Council on planning issues.
The Association also seeks to further develop an environment that supports the well-being and contentment of the people of Bundanoon.
Bundjalung Tribal Society
Social housing for Bundjalung community members
Bunjilwarra
Bunjilwarra is a 12 bed residential rehabilitation and healing service for Aboriginal young people (male and female) aged between 16 and 25 years. It is a purpose built, statewide service situated on a 1.7 hectare site in Hastings, Victoria.
Bunjilwarra provides:
A holistic journey of healing, embracing Aboriginal culture.
A culturally and clinically safe residential rehabilitation program in the form of a therapeutic community for Aboriginal young people who require treatment to manage their alcohol and drug use problems, and to build resilience. A stable and secure environment where young people work on managing problematic behaviours, improving their life skills and interpersonal skills, learning alternative habits to develop personal resilience and confidence, build social networks and reintegrate into the community. An effective, clinical alcohol and drug recovery orientated program that is staffed 24/7 by a strong clinical team.
Improved social and emotional support.
Bunjilwarra's Vision, Purpose and Aim
Vision: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people are well because they are connected to where they come from, to their families, communities, and their identities.
Purpose: To create a culturally safe rite of passage experience for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people to change, transform, and grow.
Aim: To provide pathways to healing for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people by using cultural healing practices that are supported by trauma-informed care and informed by the Social Emotional Wellbeing framework .
Bunjilwarra operates under the following principles:
• Aboriginal Culture is imbedded in all aspects of Bunjilwarra including the service management, the service model and all programs.
• Healing - a focus on improving the physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of the young person, in the context of their family and the Aboriginal Community.
• Respect - which require staff and residents to have respect for themselves and respect for others.
• Person centred and recovery oriented practice places the needs of the young person at the centre, whilst recognising the importance of the family and Aboriginal community to their healing and recovery.
• Clinical Effectiveness through a strong clinical program that will bring about change in a person’s approach to AOD issues, address underlying trauma, and tackle broader health and wellbeing needs. • Family Inclusion with family members supported, informed and engaged in planning, treatment and recovery for the young person, wherever possible and appropriate.
• Harm Reduction within Australian government principles to ensure safety and harm minimisation.
• Youth focused/friendly which caters for the specific needs of Aboriginal young people, including young parents and young people with a physical and/or intellectual disability, mental illness, and involvement with the justice system.
• Social and Emotional Wellbeing, combining alcohol and drug treatment, therapeutic practices, trauma informed practices, and Aboriginal spirituality and healing.
• Integration and Coordination with appropriate support services through established links with other relevant services and specialists.
• Continuum of Care recognising that Bunjilwarra is only one part of the young person’s treatment and recovery journey which builds on past treatment and provides for ongoing care post discharge.
• Evidence Based - utilises best practice evidence from both VAHS and YSAS and other relevant services or peak bodies.
Bunjilwarra acknowledges that healing is a journey of return to physical, emotional, spiritual and cultural wellbeing; one that will occur over an extended period of time far beyond the time a young person will spend at Bunjilwarra. The service also recognises that many Aboriginal young people will have a tenuous relationship with culture, that (re)connection to culture must be self-paced and that it requires diverse opportunities alongside and in the context of activities focused on education, employment, sport, art, recreation and wellbeing. Bunjilwarra shares the Healing Foundation’s view that healing is a process that respectfully turns hurt from the past into something positive for individuals, for community and for future generations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Healing recognises the strengths of Aboriginal young people and the assets of Aboriginal culture and community including resilience in the face of extreme adversity, strong kinship systems and connection to spiritual traditions, ancestry, country and community.
Bunuba Cultural Conservation Institute
The Bunuba Cultural Conservation Institute is dedicated to uplifting the Bunuba people by addressing poverty, sickness, and various hardships. We offer education, job training, health services, employment opportunities, and housing, while also protecting and promoting Bunuba traditions, laws, language, culture, and customs. Our goal is to empower the Bunuba people to manage their affairs on their ancestral lands, foster trust and partnerships between Bunuba and other communities, and support the economic, social, and cultural well-being of the Bunuba people through various activities. We also provide financial aid and resources directly to those in need. Join us in our mission to create a brighter and more prosperous future for the Bunuba community.
Fitzroy Crossing WA 6765
Bunyip & District Community House
BDCH is a not-for-profit Neighbourhood House providing services, education and support based on the needs of our community.
Burdekin Community Association Inc.
* The organization assisted the aged, families, children and individuals who were
suffering hardship and distress and helped to improve their health and wellbeing.
* Frail aged and younger disabled were assisted to live safely in their own home,
access services and participate in the community.
* People homeless or at risk of homelessness were housed or assisted to find
sustainable housing.
* People in crisis were provided with food, clothes, medication, sanitary items.
* People affected by domestic and family violence were provided with counselling and
court support.
* People with mild to moderate mental illness or suicidal ideation were provided with
psychological counselling.
* Seniors were provided with community visitors, information, referral and advocacy
services and training to access and use technology.
* Residents of aged care facilities were provided with community visitors.
* People with chronic health conditions were assisted with individual and group
Rehabilitation sessions
* People's health and wellbeing was improved by health promotion and prevention
activities and access to Allied health professionals
* Suicide was prevented through Suicide Prevention Community Action Plan initiatives
Ayr QLD 4807
Burgmann College
We provide community based residential accommodation for up to 378 residents furthering education opportunities at the Australian National University. Revenue from fees, fundraising and donations aid with a number of scholarships and bursaries providing residents from low socioeconomic backgrounds with the ability to seek opportunities that may not have been possible.
Burke Shire Council
The Burke Shire Council is located in the Northwest corner of Queensland sharing the Northern Territory border. The council is the largest employer in the region delivering a range of services to the commuinty including Airport, Disaster Management , Public Library, Roads and Traffic, Pet Registration, Hall Hire, Sport and Recreational facilities, Waste Management, Water and Sewer services.
Burke Street Community Clinic - Mental Health Services - Metro South
We are a government organisation servicing the Mental Health Metro South region. We provide a range of services for people in the local community at the Burke Street Centre. Our staff work with acute services, primary care services and other community organisations to provide integrated care for our consumers.
Woolloongabba QLD 4102
Burketown Health Clinic
Primary Health Care Centre - Providing Chronic Disease management, Emergency care and a hospital-based ambulance service.
Burketown QLD 4830
Burnett Inland Economic Development Organisation (BIEDO)
We are a not-for-profit organisation delivering economic development and diversification across the Burnett Inland region of Queensland.
Burnie Brae Centre
provided support services and emergency relief to over 10,000 vulnerable frail clients and people with disability. Services ranged from welfare and counselling to supported living activities, access to the community and emergency food relief.
Chermside QLD 4032
Burnie Community House & Hilltop Central
To resource people to:
-realise their own potential
cope with the normal stresses of life
work productively and fruitfully
connect and contribute to their community.
Shorewell Park TAS 7320
Burren Junction Public School
Public School in NSW
Burren Junction NSW 2386
BUSHkids
BUSHkids is a not-for-profit organisation which has been supporting the health and wellbeing of children and families in Queensland’s regional, rural and remote communities for over 80 years. BUSHkids provides free preventative and early intervention allied healthcare (both directly and in collaboration with government and other non-government organisations) to children and families who are unable to access services locally due to the unavailability or the affordability of those services.
Bundaberg QLD 4670
Business Australia
Strengthening small business in the recent flood affected regions of the Northern Rivers
Business Lismore
We are the peak business body in Lismore, connecting and supporting the local business community in the 2480 postcode.
Our members span all industry sectors and include everyone from sole traders to larger employers. Retail, hospitality, manufacturing, professional and personal services, community organisations, training providers and more.
The Chamber gives members a powerful membership voice and you will be heard as part of a strong united front speaking on behalf of the Lismore business community.
Business Lismore (formerly known as Lismore Chamber of Commerce and Industry) is an alliance partner with Business NSW which enables us to offer our members outstanding value for their membership fee. We are a not-for-profit organisation, completely invested in our local community.
Busselton Hospice Care Inc.
Busselton Hospice Care Inc. is located in Busselton in the south west of Western Australia. We recruit, train and support local citizens to be palliative care volunteers offering emotional and social support to people receiving palliative care, their care givers and anyone struggling with grief and loss.
Our philosophy of care recognises that issues concerned with death, dying, palliative care, loss and bereavement affect us all and is everyone’s responsibility. The support of volunteers is a direct expression of our community’s concern that individuals and their families remain connected and a part of their community. Our palliative care volunteers provide support in our:
• Bereavement Support Service
• Complementary Therapy Service
• The Hospice Unit within the Busselton Health Campus
• Grief Connect Call Line - 1800 975 014
• Carer education webinar series
• Home visiting volunteer service.
West Busselton WA 6280
BUSY Schools
At The BUSY Schools, we offer Year 11 and 12 students an alternative learning solution and the opportunity to re-engage with education and complete senior school, remain eligible for a Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE), while getting a head-start into employment. Students complete an individualised educational program, learn skills for life and have the opportunity to start paid employment and training while still at school.
The BUSY Schools is a Queensland special assistance school approved by the Non-State Schools Accreditation Board under the Education (Accreditation of Non-State Schools) Act 2017. Fully funded, there are no fees at BUSY Schools.
The BUSY Schools is a part of The BUSY Group Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation that delivers a range of employment services, apprenticeship support and vocational skills training across Australia.
Cleveland QLD 4163
Frequently asked questions
To receive donated items, services or vouchers through GIVIT, you must first connect with a relevant support organisation who can assess your needs and provide assistance. This organisation can then place a request(s) on GIVIT on your behalf.
To find relevant organisations in your area, use the search fields and filters above. Once you’ve input your filters, make sure you click ‘FIND AN ORGANISATION’ to find relevant organisations.
Thousands of organisations across Australia are registered with GIVIT, working across a variety of causes, hardships and demographics. Our priority is to respect and maintain the privacy, safety, dignity and independence of people reaching out for help. By connecting with a relevant support organisastion, your needs can be assessed and verified, and you can receive tailored support, which may include the organisation requesting items or services on your behalf through GIVIT.
The support organisation that is assisting you can request a range of donated items and services through GIVIT on your behalf. This may include furniture, household items, whitegoods and appliances. You can also request baby items, toiletries, toys and educational supplies, kid’s or adult’s clothing, digital devices like mobile phones or laptops.
GIVIT may also be able to help you buy groceries, fuel or medication in the form of vouchers. You can check our ‘What’s needed’ list for an idea of what can be requested through GIVIT.
Your requests may be filled through a donor donating the money needed to purchase the item new, or through a donor donating the actual item or service.
Your support organisation can also request time and skills such as tradespeople, cleaners, health and social support, tutoring and transport assistance.
See GIVIT’s Prohibited List for details of what can’t be requested through GIVIT.
We recommend you speak with the support organisation that you’re working with. They may not be registered with GIVIT, or they may not have placed your request yet.
Please note that there is no guarantee that your request for donated items or services will be met. We’d love to meet every request placed on GIVIT, but your request being filled is dependent on donation(s) being made by donor(s).
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.
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.
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.