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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
Upper Lachlan Shire Council
Upper Lachlan Shire is a local government area in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, Australia. The Shire was formed in February 2004 from Crookwell Shire and parts of Mulwaree, Gunning and Yass Shires. The Mayor of Upper Lachlan Shire Council is Cr. John Stafford, an unaligned politician.
Urapuntja Health Clinic
Remote health clinic supporting Aboriginal homeless and underprivileged in remote community 3.5 hours north east of Alice Springs, known as Sandover.
USQ Student Guild
The USQ Student Guild is a not for profit organisation which supports students of the University of Southern Queensland. The primary service of the USQ Student Guild is free student advocacy to USQ students at no cost. All students are welcome to access the support and services that the Guild offers. The Guild also manages some of the sport and recreational facilities on each of the 3 USQ campuses - Toowoomba, Ipswich and Springfield. Each Semester it also awards 4-6 bursaries to students in need.
Darling Heights QLD 4350
Valley Hearts Inc
A Christian faith based group who support and walk with the marginalised in the Fortitude Valley area, assisting with housing & materials needs, faith activities and community meals. Partnering with other groups, eg. Red Cross Jeays Street Community Centre, Wesley Mission Brisbane & SPEAR Ministries to further strengthen and support this community.
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Valmar Support Services Limited
We provide services for people with disabilities, group house accommodation, community based support services for the frail aged and community transport. Valmar provides a range if assistance to people with disability and the frail aged to help them live with dignity and independently.
Tumut NSW 2720
Varsity Lakes Community Resource Centre
Varsity Lakes Community Resource Centre Incorporated is a not for profit organisation on the Gold Coast.
Our Vision is to have the Community Centre become the meeting place of Varsity Lakes, inspiring a sense of community support and social belonging.
Our Values - *We strive to create a welcoming environment that values and celebrates the success of its members
*We acknowledge the importance of friendship building and social networking in developing individual and community vitality
*We strive to recognise and respond to changing community needs and trends through dynamic and innovative programmes
*We value individual contributions of staff and committee members to enhance our service to the wider community
Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency - Dandenong
Vacca provides support for Aboriginals We provide family and child welfare within the Victorian Aboriginal community, to strengthen families and cultural links.
Dandenong VIC 3175
Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency - Preston
Vacca provides support for Aboriginals
We provide family and child welfare within the Victorian Aboriginal community, to strengthen families and cultural links.
Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency - Wangaratta
The principal activities are to provide family and child welfare, family aid and strengthening and reunification services within the Aboriginal community. In so doing, the purpose is to strengthen the safety, wellbeing and cultural connectedness of Aboriginal children, individuals and families in their community.
Wangaratta VIC 3677
Victorian Aboriginal Community Services Ltd. (VACSAL)
The Victorian Aboriginal Community Services Association Ltd (VACSAL) is a state-wide agency that provides advice to Government on a range of community development issues as well as being a major provider of extensive services to the Aboriginal community in both the metropolitan and some regional communities. GIVIT services will be utilized in the newly established Local Justice Cultural and Therapeutic program where Koori individuals under correctional orders or at risk of reoffending will be provided essential life skills through culturally sensitive activities and camps. These include arts and crafts workshops, yarning circles, storytelling and more. Items for basic self care and sanitation will be provided to the individuals to assist with their personal lives.
VincentCare Victoria - Ozanam House
Ozanam House is a crisis accommodation service for homeless men and women in North Melbourne. It also consists of a homelessness resource centre known as HRC which is open to all people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage in the community.
North Melbourne VIC 3051
Vincentcare Victoria - Women's Early Intervention Program
Vincentcare is a large homelessness organisation that has many different programs. It acts as a Crisis Accommodation, a Homelessness Resource Centre, Case Management Support and includes a unique Women's Early Intervention Program. Based in North Melbourne Vic
Volunteering and Contact ACT
Volunteering and Contact ACT is the peak body for
volunteering and community information. We drive policy,
and advocate for our members and stakeholders as part of
a national network. We are an active link between people,
organisations and government.
Canberra ACT 2601
WA Country Health Service - South West
The Regional Health Service offers two (2) main health facilities at Bunbury and Busselton. The Health Service is also widely supported with a network of smaller hospitals and Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) sites at: Augusta, Boyup Brook, Bridgetown, Collie, Donnybrook, Harvey, Margaret River, Nannup, Northcliffe, Pemberton and Warren.
Bunbury WA 6230
WACHS - Great Southern Aboriginal Health Service
Great Southern Aboriginal Health provides free health care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients in the Lower and Central Great Southern Region. Aboriginal Health Service clinics are located in Albany and Katanning.
The aim of Great Southern Aboriginal Health Service is to support our clients to achieve optimum health with a holistic approach, while we continue to work in partnership with other organisations.
Albany WA 6330
Walcha Town and Country Inc
The Walcha Town and Country Club was founded in 1971, and since its inception, has been raising funds for worthy causes both locally and Australia wide. The current Committee is made up of 12 dynamic local women from diverse backgrounds, who volunteer their time each year coordinating various fundraising events.
Various locations around Australia
Walk With Us
We are a friendly group of passionate and proactive people who share a common goal to work amongst the Gold Coast community, supporting the homeless, disadvantaged, youth, lonely, domestic violence and sufferers of mental health.
We are a mixed bunch who has come from a wide range of backgrounds, each with our own story to tell and genuine motivation to help others. We understand how quickly and unexpectedly lives can change and how easy it is to fall on tough times.
Waltja Tjutangku Palyapayi
Waltja Tjutangku Palyapayi Aboriginal Corporation (Waltja) is a 100% Aboriginal led and controlled, community-based organisation doing good work with families, grounded in strong culture and relationships. We work in remote Central Australian Aboriginal communities. Waltja’s foundation is the leadership of strong Aboriginal women, our focus on families, and support for community self-management and self-determination.
Ciccone NT 0870
Waminda - South Coast Women's Health and Welfare Aboriginal Corporation
A culturally safe and holistic service, providing women and their Aboriginal families an opportunity to belong and receive quality health and well-being support. Our key focus is to provide tailored strength based care.
Nowra NSW 2541
Wanneroo Community Men's Shed (Inc)
Refurbish computers for people on CentreLink Benefits and the needy.
Social interaction among older men Woodwork and Metalwork Computer Refurbishment Allocating funds to local community organisations
Wanneroo WA 6065
Wanniassa School
Wanniassa School is a P-10 school in the Tuggeranong Valley. Our school is committed to giving students the chance to be successful learners and citizens of the future. Our school has developed a strong reputation for encouraging families as partners in learning where students are able to learn and play within safe, caring and stable pastural care structures.
Wanslea Family Services Inc
Wanslea is a not for profit, community service organisation that has operated in Western Australia since 1943 providing services to children and families.
Our programs include but are not limited to:
* Out of Home Care (foster care, leaving care, Transition Into Adulthood for 15 - 18 yr olds who are leaving state care)
* Grandcare - support for grandparents who have the full time responsibility for their grandchildren
* Family Services (parenting programs to support vulnerable families, reunification of children in foster care, COPMI - support for children of parents who have a mental illness,
* Regional programs that support families to parent well, the Indigenous Advancement Strategy that is a school readiness program supporting Aboriginal children to be better equipped for school
* Child and Parent Centre, Albany
* In Home Care
* Family Day Care.
Scarborough WA 6019
Wanyanyakem Taam Early Learning Centre
Early Learning, getting ready for school program. Supporting parents for work.
Waranwarin Tharawal Child and Family Centre
Waranwarin Tharawal Child and Family Centre is a place where families can come together and feel like they belong. We are an Aboriginal centre that provides a range of services to help parents, carers and children, services include education through Waranwarin Early Learning Centre. Family support through our Family Programs and some health services with a focus on families and children.
Minto NSW 2566
Wardell CORE
Wardell CORE is a 'Community Organised Resilience Effort' in response to the NSW 2022 floods. We have established a recovery centre that distributes donated items, links impacted families with services and organises volunteer efforts in the area. Your generosity allows us to provide a high level of care & meet the needs of many people. We are here to help families & businesses in the area get back on their feet.
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.
