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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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Arlparra Family Learning Centre

Arlparra FLC supports very remote Indigenous families as first teachers of their children. Early childhood educators support families to provide enriched childcare and developmental games for children 0-5 in a culturally appropriate setting.

Atitjere Homelands Store

Community store servicing needs of 400 person population of Atitjere, remote Aboriginal community in Northern Territory

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.

Atyenhenge Atherre Aboriginal Corporation

AAAC exists to support the community, building a positive future for the families of Ltyentye Apurte (Santa Teresa) by administering funding to deliver services within community to directly provide for the education, housing, employment, training, welfare and advancement of community members.

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.

Ivanhoe VIC 3079

T 0394965000

W austin.org.au

Australian Community Support Organisation (ACSO)

ACSO - Australian Community Support Organisation. We are a not-for-profit organisation. We aspire to create a safe and inclusive community freed of crime and prison. Our goal is simple, to give people opportunites to rebuild their lives and reintegrate succesfully back into society. The CREST program is delivered in South East Queensland region and is focusing on success on parole. Client's of the CREST's Post Release Managed Stream (PRMS) receive three months support from day of release whilst completing parole. Clients are allocated a Forensic Case Worker for the duration of their support perioed who will work in partnership with the client to identify their needs/risks and develop an individual re-entry plan to assist with successful reintegration.

Beenleigh QLD 4207

W acso.org.au/

Australian Red Cross - Coffs Harbour

supporting people in need

Coffs Harbour NSW 2450

W redcross.org.au/

Australian Red Cross - Community and Social Enterprise

The Community and Social Enterprises Program encompasses a suite of programs such as social enterprise development, youth engagement, homelessness, and indigenous community work.

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.

Various locations around Australia

T 1800733276

E nswinfo@redcross.org.au

W redcross.org.au

Australian Red Cross - Humanitarian Settlement Program - Garran

Red Cross in the Humanitarian Settlement Program offers refugees a safe and welcoming introduction as they begin their new lives here. This work is important to us because we know that people can thrive when they're given a fair go. We help people learn about their new communities and help people connect to local services like Medicare, schools and other community services.

Garran ACT 2605

W redcross.org.au/

Australian Red Cross - Queensland Volunteering

Red Cross mobilises the power of humanity to bring people and communities together in times of need and builds on community strengths to achieve the required outcomes in Emergency Services, Migration Support, Community Programs and International Humanitarian Law.

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.

Douglas QLD 4814

T (07) 3199 4167

W redcross.org.au

Australian Red Cross Homestay Program - Townsville

Our program assists clients to either access or maintain sustainable, affordable accommodation

Working towards the vision of human dignity, peace, safety and wellbeing for all

Aitkenvale QLD 4814

T 0733338722

W redcross.org.au

Australian Red Cross Young Parent's Program

The Young Parent's Program vision is to ensure that every young parent has the opportunity to develop as a parent, and every child grows and develops to their full potential in a safe and nurturing environment. They do this through utilising an integrated program model that takes into account histories of trauma, YPP facilitates family preservation, creating a foundation for young parents with complex needs to develop independent living and parenting skills, and ensure best possible outcomes for children and families. This includes intensive case management, parenting education, vocational training and housing support.

Working towards the vision of human dignity, peace, safety and wellbeing for all

Australian Regional and Remote Community Services Ltd

Australian Regional and Remote Community Services (ARRCS) provide care and support to people and their communities, throughout the Northern Territory and beyond.
We provide support to people from Darwin to Docker River, with Aged and Disability Services, Mental Health support, Childcare and Community Care Services, Residential Aged Care and School Nutrition Programs. We take a holistic approach to enabling the communities we work within. A deep respect for all elders and Aboriginal cultures is at the heart of our work.

Tiwi NT 0810

W arrcs.org.au/

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

W avaloncentre.org.au/

Aveley Secondary College

Secondary High School providing education for Years 7 through to 12.

Aveley WA 6069

T 0862961000

W aveleysc.wa.edu.au/

Avon Community Services

Avon Community Services is a Not for Profit Organisation delivering Housing and Youth Services in the Wheatbelt. ACS are committed to delivering services in a meaningful manner, to enhance the lives of the people we assist.

Northam WA 6401

W avoncs.org.au/

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.

Various locations around Australia

T 0466042001

E admin@awakencitychurch.org

W awakencitychurch.org

Baby Give Back

We provide essential baby items to disadvantaged families in partnership with social service agencies.

Varsity Lakes QLD 4227

W babygiveback.org/

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.

Armidale NSW 2350

T 0267713577

W backtrack.org.au/

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

W bagala.org.au

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

Balunu Foundation Ltd

The Balunu Foundation is a not for profit, charitable organisation focused on the healing of Indigenous youth and people and is based in Darwin, Northern Territory. In particular, Balunu seeks to instil a cultural identity among Indigenous youth at risk through a culturally appropriate healing program which builds self belief and self esteem whilst assisting Indigenous youth to overcome the wide range of challenges they face as young Indigenous people in today’s society.

Coconut Grove NT 0810

W balunu.org.au/

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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