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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.

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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/

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

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

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

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.

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/

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.

LGBTI Legal Service Inc.

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

Life Without Barriers - ARYA House

Residential care houses for young people

Belmont WA 6104

W lwb.org.au/

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

W lwb.org.au/

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 - 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

W lwb.org.au/

Lifeline - Canberra

Lifeline Canberra exists to support people in crisis and save the lives of those experiencing thoughts of suicide. For over 47 years Lifeline Canberra has provided the Canberra community with 24/7 crisis support via our local 13 11 14 service. Lifeline Canberra crisis supporters are highly skilled volunteers who listen with care and acceptance, whatever the circumstances and provide support and information to people in need.

Canberra ACT 2601

W lifelinecanberra.org.au/

Lifeline MidCoast

Disaster Recovery
Eclipse (for suicide survivors)
Support after Suicide
Hospital to Recovery
Disaster Recovery
Out of the Shadows
Memorials Services

Lillian Howell Project Inc

The Lillian Howell Project (Lillian's), founded in 1988, is a specialist homelessness service providing medium to long term 24-hour, on-site gender specific supported housing for up to 13 young women and girls from the ages of 13 to 17 years.

Our approach is one that is underpinned by trauma informed care in a safe and secure setting that builds the capacity of the young women through modelling reliable and consistent behaviours. We pride ourselves in setting a benchmark in high quality, relational based care.

Lillian’s allows the young women and girls to re-establish trust and assuredness, supporting them to complete or further their education, gain employment and progress to independent living.

Over time, we have supported many young women - from those escaping family and domestic violence, to those who have experienced trauma, abuse and neglect - to heal, flourish and break the cycle of homelessness.

Various locations around Australia

W lillians.org.au

Lily House

Lily House is a supported accommodation services for young women and their infant children who may be homeless, escaping domestic violence or have recovered from addiction.

Lily House also focuses on young, pregnant women requiring assistance. We provide support enabling mums to give birth to their babies in a loving and save environment, aiding them to establish themselves in the community with the basic skills and support needed to raise a child.

Lily House is based on Christian values and a strength-based approach which aims to bring wholeness to women from all walks of life. The in-house program is holistic, person centered and focuses on mental, emotional, spiritual, social and physical health. We offer women the chance to improve their life and the lives of their children.

LINE Wangaratta Inc.

LINE (LGBTQIA+ In the North East) Wangaratta is a volunteer-led not-for-profit charity that coordinates social inclusion programs and events, aims at connection and support, raises awareness in the community, supports services and businesses to be LGBTQIA+ inclusive and has a vision of change in the north east region.

Link and Launch - Bundaberg State High School

Link and Launch is a Department of Education Program that is funded to support year 12 completers to transition into a successful pathway once they graduate High School.

Bundaberg Central QLD 4670

W bundabergshs.eq.edu.au/

Link Wentworth Housing

Provides Community Housing and support across NSW

Also provides Specialist Homelessness Services and Together Home homelessness service and range of other support programs primarily in the Nepean Blue Mountains district

Penrith NSW 2750

T 131421

W linkwentworth.org.au

Lions Club - Cranbourne

non profit. 100% funds raised goes back into community. Lions seek out where there is a need and develop a project to serve that need.
*Youth(mentoring, public speaking, helping schools, Art competition)
*Environment( clean ups,
*Collecting, ( stamps, xrays, cans, glasses,)
*Health (support disability's, eye site testing, skin cancer testing, )
*collect children and teen books to give away free to those in need for free.
* Other ( support farmers need for feed, sight - ride for sight, donations to local needs

Lions Club Nunawading

Lions Clubs are part of community life, in the cities and in the country. Clubs are easily identified by their distinctive Logo, the trademark of our International Association, and the motto 'We Serve'.
Lions Australia is part of an international association, filled with people who are joined by the common desire to make their communities better, by using their creativity, enthusiasm and energy whilst at the same time enjoying friendship and social activities with their fellow Lions.

Little Things For Tiny Tots

Little Things for Tiny Tots supplies essential baby items to WA families in need. Using new and pre-loved donations from the community, our volunteers pack boxes filled with 'little things' such as nappies, wipes, clothing, blankets and books, to assist families as they care for their newborn.

We work in partnership with community welfare & social service agencies to distribute essential baby items across WA.

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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