Need help?
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
Multicultural Futures
Assisting migrants and refugees who are facing or experiencing homelessness, mental health issues and difficulty settling, or who need support to improve their employment capabilities, so that they can build meaningful lives in Australia.
Bentley WA 6102
Mununjali Jymbi Centre
Indigenous Support Service and Housing
Jymbi Centre
Family and Youth Support Healing and Intervention
All families who have difficulties from time to time and may need to talk with someone.
We work confidentially and can provide information and ongoing healing and support with you and your whole family.
Some ways our programs offer support:
Having a cuppa and a yarn
Court Support
Counselling
Referrals
Day & Overnight programs
Women’s & Men’s Groups
Client support services
Beaudesert QLD 4285
Murra Mia Aboriginal Corporation
We help Aboriginal people in need of housing, we work to prevent homelessness in Aboriginal communities, we support Aboriginal people to maintain their tenancies, we represent Aboriginal tenants in the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal when they have a landlord tenant depute, we are a charity, not for profit Aboriginal corporation, we maintain a gift fund in accordance with the requirements of the income Tax Assessment Act 1997.
Batemans Bay NSW 2536
Murray Valley Aboriginal Cooperatives
The Murray Valley Aboriginal Cooperative is a not-for-profit organisation who provides a diverse range of programs from childcare, kindergarten, health, medical, well being, housing and aged care for the Aboriginal people in Robinvale. Our main focus is on self determination, empowerment and resilience.
Murri Watch Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation
Murri Watch is a not-for-profit incorporation established in 1991 just prior to the handing down of the Recommendations arising from the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody. Murri Watch is determined to stop Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander deaths and self-harm in custody, and to deliver high quality services and support options for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness. Murri Watch delivers a range of programs across the state. These programs include Diversion from Custody, Cell Visitor Services, Community Patrol Services and Homelessness. Our Homelessness Service, Bowman Johnson Hostel is a 20-bed hostel which provides short term accommodation combined with case management services for homeless person or persons at risk of being homeless.
Woolloongabba QLD 4102
Murrigunyah
Indigenous sexual assault centre, providing support for women and males in the community, provide counselling, referrals, emergency response, training and workshops, court assistance, advocacy, spiritual healing.
Woodridge QLD 4114
Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation
Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation (MAC) is made up of members from five traditional custodial groups: the Ngarluma, Mardudhunera, Yaburara, Yindjibarndi, and Wong-Goo-Tt-Oo peoples. MAC’s mission is to preserve and protect our land, heritage and culture while transforming the lives of our community. MAC brings together the five groups to pave the way for future generations and work together for country, while respecting lore, heritage and traditions.
Murwillumbah Community Centre
The Murwillumbah Community Centre Inc (MCC) is a centrally located not-for-profit, community-based organisation which provides a diverse mix of support services and facilities for Murwillumbah and surrounding villages. MCC is committed to the principles of equity, access, participation and community development, and is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for the local community that celebrates diversity and encourages health and wellbeing, social interaction, inter-generational respect, and the sharing of knowledge and positive inclusion.
MCC services include;
- Information, Referral, Advocacy & Support Service
- Emergency Relief Service
- Financial Counselling Service
- Budget Counselling
- Tenancy Support Service
- Homeless support
- Educational / Recreational Programs
- Community Pantry
- Indigenous Family Support
- Indigenous Dance Group & playgroup
- Youth breakfast program
- After school youth group
Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Murwillumbah High School
Secondary school
Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Nairm Marr Djambana Inc
We are a not for profit Aboriginal Community Organisation (Gathering Place). An Aboriginal Gathering Place is a welcoming, inclusive and culturally safe space where all Aboriginal people have a sense of belonging. It is a space designed to foster reconciliation and healing, for Aboriginal people as well as non-Aboriginal people, with access to programs and services that strengthen culture and enhance wellbeing.. We provide culturally safe programs and services.
Nambour Community Centre Inc.
OUR VISION
To stand beside people as we all work and learn towards a better community.
OUR MISSION
To co-create a better community by working with people in ways that promote and embed equity, opportunity and mutual respect.
Narang Bir-rong
Narang Bir-rong is a not-for-profit Aboriginal foster care agency located in Sydney's western suburbs. We have three programs including: Leaving care, out of home care & family preservation.
Narellan Community Health Centre - Aboriginal Community Social Work
Community Service works with only Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander families. Vulnerable with complex issues and child protection concerns
Narellan NSW 2567
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NATSIWA (National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Womens Alliance)
We are a national advocacy organisation that supports atsi women and children. We also have charity status that enables us to seek support for women in our community in need of various supports from homelessness to DFSV.
Neami National - Campbelltown North
Specialist mental health and homelessness service
Neami National - Kirwan
The Individual Recovery Support Program provides non-clinical psychosocial services to support consumers to transition back into the community upon release from a correctional facility.
The program provides one-on-one ‘wraparound’ support for up to 12 months post-release, including:
Three months of high intensity support where consumers are supported to address their highest priority needs to facilitate integration back into community.
Nine months of lower intensity support which focuses on the achievement of the individual’s medium to longer term recovery goals.
Neami National - Mental Health and Wellbeing Australia
Mental Health organisation providing National Disability Insurance Scheme funded supports to people living with psychosocial disability.
East Victoria Park WA 6101
Neami National - Sustaining Tenancies in Social Housing - Penrith
Supporting people in Social Housing to sustain their tenancies and prevent homelessness.
Neighbourhood Central
To provide services, information, advocacy and referral to all our communities focusing on the people who are vulnerable, isolated or at risk.
Neighbourhood Centres of Bellingen Shire Inc
Neighbourhood Centres of Bellingen Shire Inc is a locally based NFP organisation of 40+ years standing, located on Gumbaynggirr Country and working across Bellingen Shire. Our work with community is multi-dimensional incorporating individual casework support, practical assistance for people experiencing disadvantage and in crisis as well as group activities with children, youth and their families who are vulnerable, doing it tough and/or at risk; and a community development approach that is collaborative, inclusive, locally informed and community driven. Neighbourhood Centre services in Bellingen, Urunga and Dorrigo provide information and referral to other services and support, free counselling service, crisis financial assistance with electricity and Telstra phone vouchers, and material aid - food, personal hygiene supplies and meals. Donated clothing, blankets and tents when available. Backpack beds for people who are homeless when we can afford to buy them.
Nepean Community & Neighbourhood Services
NCNS provides local, flexible and responsive social support services to vulnerable communities, families and children in the Penrith LGA. Operating from 3 Neighbourhood Centres and 1 Aboriginal Family Centre - our activities such as Breakfast Clubs, Youth Activities, Aboriginal Cultural programs and child and family services such as playgroups, provide accessible connection points to the service system for families that are most at-risk. Through these high quality and engaging activities, we can develop the trust and relationship to provide more targeted services such as case management, parenting programs and home visiting services to address complex issues of mental health, drug and alcohol, domestic and family violence and child neglect and abuse. Being accessible, consistent and building trusting relationships - we are able to make positive3 interventions at key developmental points to change the life trajectory for children and young people. Our school chaplains work in 3 local schools providing individual and group programs to support child wellbeing. Our Aboriginal Family Centre - Koolyangarra - is an active centre for Aboriginal community and cultural activities. Our Casework team supports up to 60 families at any time - keeping children safe and supporting parents.
South Penrith NSW 2750
New Children's Pathways
Engages with communities and families to reduce Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), caused by trauma, alcohol and or drug use, domestic family violence as examples.
New Childrens Pathways is a charity that works to reduce inequalities and make a positive impact to young people and their families.
Various locations around Australia
New England Family Support Service Inc.
Supporting all families in the New England
New Horizons - Ashfield
New Horizons are the experts in wellbeing, with specialist services spanning disability, mental health, youth, aged care, Indigenous and homelessness.
New Horizons - Bowral
Our promise is to make a difference by putting wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. We’ve supported tens of thousands of Australians like you to reach their goals through an unmatched range of services and supports.
Whether you need support with daily tasks, to connect with your community or become more independent we’ll work with you to get the most from your supports.
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.