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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
ARROS
ARROS works with young people with an intellectual or cognitive disability who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
The team’s outreach activities aim to help young people access safe, affordable and integrated accommodation; rebuild and strengthen existing relationships as well as develop new ones; and participate in communities, and develop the capacity of those communities to support them.
Arya Pratinidhi Sabha of Australia
At this community centre we provide structured programs such as sports, yoga class, free Sunday lunch service, multicultural events. We encourage everyone to participate in Sunday activity particularly those from disadvantage area such as newly migrants, youths, senior citizens. We provide assistance to people suffering domestic violence, isolation and mental issues. At this centre we promote community cohesion as different cultural groups attend to this centre, get together and understand each other and work as group.
Shanes Park NSW 2747
ASeTTS
Association for Services to Torture and Trauma Survivors. ASeTTS has a proud history of serving humanitarian entrants and refugees settling in WA since 1992. ASeTTS provides services to people who are humanitarian entrants or are from a refugee type background and who have experienced torture or trauma in their country of origin, during their flight to Australia, or while in detention.
Perth WA 6000
ATSICHS - Jajumbora Children & Family Centre
Jajumbora Children and Family Centre is a community controlled organisiation that provides early intervention and intensive family support.
Also providing culturally appropriate programs such as playgroups, school holiday programs, Mums & bub programs just to name a few.
Waterford West QLD 4133
E cfcteam@atsichsbrisbane.org.au
W atsichsbrisbane.org.au/services/wellbeing-health/deadly-choices/
Aussie Battlers
Since we were founded in 2012, AUSSIE BATTLERS has become an important part of the Mid North Coast community. We work with the most dedicated and charitable people to help ease the suffering of those we work with.
Austin Health
We're renowned for our specialist work in cancer, infectious diseases, obesity, sleep medicine, intensive care medicine, neurology, endocrinology, mental health and rehabilitation.
We deliver services for patients across four main sites in Melbourne, in locations across our community, in people's homes, and within regional hospitals across Victoria.
Australian Anti Ice Campaign
The Australian Anti Ice Campaign (AAIC) has been operating and developing its Ice Education, Awareness and Early Intervention programs over the past 8 years as a fully not-for-profit volunteer organisation. At the moment the majority of our work has been undertaken here in Queensland and we are in the process of creating AAIC groups in other states and Territories around Australia.
Bundaberg Central QLD 4670
Australian Disability Ltd
Australian Disability is a charitable organisation dedicated to fairness, dignity and equality for people with disabilities to enable their full participation in our Australian society.
We were founded in 2012 based on the principle that discrimination and stigma but also the culture towards disability have to change and be reshaped and owned by people living with the daily effects, positive and negative, of disability.
It is only through an authentic conversation about disability affairs, only then is the dialogue created and the catalyst for change ignited and given an avenue to ignite social advancement.
Aims and Purpose:
To support the development of new technologies that improve the quality of life and the independence of persons living with a disability
To provide persons with a disability with a forum through which they can express their views on government policies and other matters of relevance to their disability
To support and enable fair and unbiased media representation of disability-related issues, through the development of news and original content
To provide community-wide education on disability-related issues so as to reduce the instances of discrimination suffered by persons with a disability
To establish an online community that encourages greater interaction between disabled and able-bodied people
To promote the concept of ‘disability’ as a strong, healthy form of identity.
Australian Muslim Women's Centre for Human Rights
The Australian Muslim Women’s Centre for Human Rights is an organisation of Muslim women working to advance the rights and status of Muslim women in Australia. We believe that Muslim women must be the impetus for change in their status as citizens. We are a non-religious organisation reflecting the cultural, linguistic and sectarian diversity within the Muslim community. As an organisation committed to Muslim women and human rights, we will not remain silent when Islam is used to undermine the status of Muslim women but will intervene in these instances with facts and informed analysis.
Clifton Hill VIC 3068
Australian Red Cross - ACT
Whether it's a major natural disaster or a personal crisis in your own home, Red Cross is there to give immediate and practical help with disaster relief and recovery.
Reaching people in remote places around the world rapidly to provide shelter, food and medical help provides a lifeline. Reaching out to those cut off by flood waters and fire at home reassures and sustains.
Re-connecting families or finding out the fate of loved ones torn apart by war or disaster lets people get on with their lives. A hot meal for someone living rough means making a connection when it seems no one else is there to help.
We are among the first to arrive and last to leave when disaster strikes, and an important part of our local communities every day.
Australian Red Cross - Birth Family Advocacy Support Service
Supports and educates families involved in the child protection system. This includes helping them understand the child protection process in the ACT so that they can make informed decisions for their family and the children, and helping them through the ACT Children's Court process
Working towards the vision of human dignity, peace, safety and wellbeing for all
Australian Red Cross - Coffs Harbour
supporting people in need
Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
Australian Red Cross - Emergency Relief NSW
Emergency financial assistance to help people meet their basic needs, like food, medicine or shelter.
This support is for people who do not have access to Commonwealth income support (including SRSS, Special Benefits and Job Seeker).
Australian Red Cross - Emergency Services NSW
The Red Cross Emergency Services is a volunteer led program that aims to support individuals and communities to prepare for, cope with and manage the psychological impacts of emergencies and disasters. We also provide resources and training.
Australian Red Cross - Townsville Wellbeing Centre
ARC Wellbeing Centre support those coming from regional areas with accommodation whilst they receive medical treatment. Our site hosts a number of community based programs that support persons in a correctional setting and Families in the community. We work along side our sister site the Homelessness Hub.
Australian Red Cross HSP - Albury
Red Cross Humanitarian Settlement Program assists newly arrived refugee families to establish themselves in their first 12 months in the country.
We work with newly-arrived families to build on their strengths and support their needs. This includes through:
◾ set up their new homes and provide relevant orientation to the local community and services.
◾connect to local services like Medicare, schools and other community networks
◾link with job and volunteering opportunities.
◾Specialised and intensive services for people with complex needs.
Avalon Centre
Avalon offers a service that attempts to meet the unmet needs of the homeless and disadvantaged through its clothes distribution programme, which allows people to choose their own clothes and have bedding, toiletries and sanitary products available to them. We travel most days through the CBD, Dandenong and Footscray areas distributing to the homeless and disadvantaged.
Our mission statement is "To help where we can, when we can and in whatever way we can".
Malvern East VIC 3145
Awaken City Church
Awaken City Church provides spiritual, material, financial, pastoral and relief services, care, support, training and outreach to individuals, families and those experiencing poverty, distress, disadvantage, disability and/or homelessness in the community. We bring the visible, tangible, and practical expressions of our Christian faith to all members of the community through all our Awaken City Church activities.
Backpacks 4 SA Kids
Backpacks 4 SA Kids helps any child that is displaced from home.
We have 4 main programs.
Backpacks for kids that are removed from their homes. Usually with just the clothes on their backs.
Home Starter Pack. This is for families starting again after fleeing DV.
Anchor Packs. This is for teenagers that are homeless or couch surfing.
Christmas program. in 2021 we supplied 7035 presents to the kids that fall under all our programs.
Backpacks 4 VIC Kids Inc.
Backpacks 4 VIC Kids provide filled baby care bags and backpacks to children entering out of home care and emergency accommodation. Children in these situations are often removed or found with little more than the clothes they are wearing. We provide essential items during that first 24-48 hours of displacement, in addition to items of comfort and distraction. Children can then arrive at emergency foster care or emergency accommodation with belongings of their own and a sense of worth.
Additional programs include: School Essentials Packs, new school shoes and gifts at Christmas time for children in out of home care and permanent care.
Backtrack
BackTrack works by engaging a community of support, together helping young people to develop healthy foundations for positive life pathways. We do whatever it takes, for as long as it takes.
We’ve been working with young people in and around Armidale NSW since 2006 and have been recognised at local, state and national levels. BackTrack’s approach has a positive impact on young people who need support, and their entire community.
Bagala Aboriginal Corporation
Bagala Aboriginal Corporation (BAC) is an Indigenous-owned organization based in the Northern Territory, Australia. The corporation serves as a vital entity representing the interests and development of the Barunga and Beswick communities. BAC focuses on creating sustainable opportunities for Indigenous people through various initiatives, including:
Employment and Training: BAC promotes local employment, particularly through programs aimed at developing skills and providing meaningful work for community members.
Community Development: The corporation works on projects that enhance local infrastructure and social programs, such as housing, health, and education services.
Cultural Preservation: BAC is committed to protecting and promoting the cultural heritage of the Traditional Owners and fostering community well-being.
Katherine East NT 0850
Bairnsdale Neighbourhood House
Emergency Assistance, Free Food Coop, Community Cafe and Garden, help in times of crisis and emergency, provide food, non perisables and perisables frozen meals made on site, finacial support if available, and anything else we can assist in times of need
Bairnsdale VIC 3875
Bakhtar Community Organisation
Bakhtar Community Organisation is a charitable, non-profit and first Afghan Australian secular organisation based in Victoria with a small team of staff supported by over fifty dedicated volunteers. We provide support, material aid and socially inclusive activities to a diverse range of community members many of whom are disadvantaged, isolated or marginalised due to family dysfunction, family violence, infirmity, disability, homelessness, mental illness or the long-term effects of drug or alcohol use.
Our main goal is to bridge the gap between the community and the government services, provide a point of connection aimed at reducing isolation, promoting inclusion, integration and fostering mutually beneficial relationships amongst those who attend and offering pathways to involvement with the wider community.
Band of Brothers
We believe that every man should live the life they are meant to live. A life with purpose and direction. A life bigger than themselves. We reckon that families, workplaces and society thrive when men live in their purpose.
Band of Brothers weekly meetings are run by socially integrated and established men and is set up to provide other men in the Canberra Community with support who are experiencing mental illness, poverty, isolation, family breakdowns or who are reintegrating back into society after serving jail sentences. Men 16 years and above are welcome.
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.