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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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Busselton Hospice Care Inc.

Busselton Hospice Care Inc. is located in Busselton in the south west of Western Australia. We recruit, train and support local citizens to be palliative care volunteers offering emotional and social support to people receiving palliative care, their care givers and anyone struggling with grief and loss.

Our philosophy of care recognises that issues concerned with death, dying, palliative care, loss and bereavement affect us all and is everyone’s responsibility. The support of volunteers is a direct expression of our community’s concern that individuals and their families remain connected and a part of their community. Our palliative care volunteers provide support in our:
• Bereavement Support Service
• Complementary Therapy Service
• The Hospice Unit within the Busselton Health Campus
• Grief Connect Call Line - 1800 975 014
• Carer education webinar series
• Home visiting volunteer service.

BUSY Schools

At The BUSY Schools, we offer Year 11 and 12 students an alternative learning solution and the opportunity to re-engage with education and complete senior school, remain eligible for a Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE), while getting a head-start into employment. Students complete an individualised educational program, learn skills for life and have the opportunity to start paid employment and training while still at school.
The BUSY Schools is a Queensland special assistance school approved by the Non-State Schools Accreditation Board under the Education (Accreditation of Non-State Schools) Act 2017. Fully funded, there are no fees at BUSY Schools.

The BUSY Schools is a part of The BUSY Group Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation that delivers a range of employment services, apprenticeship support and vocational skills training across Australia.

Cleveland QLD 4163

W busyschools.qld.edu.au/

Byamee Proclaimed Place Inc

We increase awareness, we promote and we advocate for the safety and rights of service users to reduce homelessness and domestic violence within the Moree Plains Shire.

We maximise the support services for our community in reducing homelessness within our region.

Byron Bay Community Association Inc

The Byron Bay Community Association provide essential community services, inclusive cultural events and inspiring community development projects.

Byron Bay NSW 2481

W byroncentre.com.au

BYS Centre for Young Women

BYS provides housing, homelessness, physical and mental health services and specialist programs for young women and young families, to create new futures for young people.
http://www.brisyouth.org/

Stones Corner QLD 4120

W brisyouth.org/

C&K Allora Community Kindergarten

Community Kindergarten

C&K Glennie Heights Community Kindergarten

Community Kindergarten

C3 Church Centenary (Christian City Church Indooroopilly Ltd)

C3 Church Centenary is a church based in the Centenary suburbs of Brisbane, right on the doorstep of some of the most in need suburbs (Darra, Inala, Durack). Through our C3 Cares arm, the church provides a wide range of services including giving finances and food support for families facing financial difficulty, we also conduct classes and training to support familiies in need (e.g. cooking healthy on a budget, marriage health courses) and more. We also provide assistance to emerging issues. For example, following the 2022 floods, the church provided food and assistance to people engaged in cleanup, helped clean multiple flood affected houses, and paid for repairs for a refugee family. Through the support of donation from givit donors, we hope to further expand the services we provide to be able to support more people in need.

Seventeen Mile Rocks QLD 4073

T 0737155661

E info@c3centenary.com

W c3centenary.com/c3cares/

C3 Church Monash Inc

Many years of dedicated, faithful Christian expression into the Nation’s capital has resulted in C3 Church Monash growing into one of the most influential churches in the city.

A new era of opportunity is unfolding which will see the church springboard off the substantial foundation that has already been laid. The future beckons with prophetic promise, dreams to be realised and, most importantly, souls to be reached for the kingdom of heaven.

The cross-generational expression, both in participation and in leadership, underpinned by an emphasis on mobilising ‘the labourers for the harvest’ ensures the legacy of our 21st century church will sustain well into the future.

Monash ACT 2904

W c3monash.org.au/

CAAC - Congress - SEWB

Social and emotional well being Branch of CAAC

CAAPS - Darrandirra Child and Family Centre

The Darrandirra Child and Family Centre works with people in the Northern Suburbs to build a safe and nurturing community for children, young people and families in our community.

CAAPS Aboriginal Corporation - Berrimah

We are a community based substance misuse service that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families who are experiencing alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues. In addition to rehabilitation we provide community members support for appropriate referrals and work to prevent homelessness.

Berrimah NT 0828

W caaps.org.au/

Caboolture Community Care Inc

Caboolture Community Care is an Emergency Relief organisation and Counselling service. Our service covers the majority of the Moreton Region North area and provides assistance to those in need . This can be in many forms - Chemist vouchers, Food parcels/vouchers, Fares/Fuel (Depending on circumstances) and we also receive donated items such as clothing, feminine hygiene products and swags (occasionally).

Caboolture QLD 4510

W caboolturecommunitycare.org.au/

Caboolture Hospital - Indigenous Hospital Liaison Service

Indigenous Hospital Liaison Officer supporting Indigenous patients coming through the hospital system

Caboolture Neighbourhood Centre

CCaBSS Counselling To reduce harm or risk of harm to children and young people (0-18 years), prevent crisis or problems within families from arising or escalating and stabilise or maintain family wellbeing - CCaBSS Budgeting Assist client in gaining control of their finances - FaRSS To reduce harm or risk of harm to children and young people (0-18 years), prevent crisis or problems within families from arising or escalating and stabilise or maintain family wellbeing - CAMS Delivering outcomes in social connectedness for culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) individuals and community groups - CSP To provide activities that promote greater public awareness of social issues, and enhance the capacity of individuals and groups to improve the social environment of the community.

Caboolture Youth Justice Service Centre

Government service supervising young people completing supervised court orders in the community. Our goal is to provide a fair and balanced response to young people in contact with the youth justice system. This response:
•holds young people accountable for their actions
•encourages young people to reintegrate into the community
•gives young people skills to create a better future
•promotes community safety.

CAFS (Child & Family Services Ballarat Inc)

A community service organisation that provides a range of programs & services to children, young people & families who are vulnerable or in need of support.

Cafs is a proudly independent community service organisation with no religious affiliation. We are governed by the community we support. For nearly 160 years, the heart of our service has been the wellbeing of children, young people and their families. Today, that commitment stands strong, and we extend our inclusive and accessible programs to include everyone who needs assistance.

Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service Inc

Provides services for adults and children experiencing domestic and family violence across Cairns, the Tablelands and Port Douglas/Mossman.

Cairns QLD 4870

W dvcairns.org

CALHN Royal Adelaide Hospital Volunteer Unit

The respected team of volunteers at the Royal Adelaide Hospital
(RAH), Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre (HRC) and Repat Health
Precinct (RHP) play an important role by generously giving their
time to support staff in enhancing the comfort and wellbeing of
patients and their loved ones Our Volunteer Service has initiated an emergency clothing program designed to offer support and comfort to those in crisis.
We are reaching out to request donations of clothing, toiletries, and personal care items that can provide solace and dignity to patients when they need it most. Your generous contributions will go a long way in helping individuals in situations such as:
• Patients who are experiencing homelessness.
• Individuals whose clothes are destroyed either before or during their Emergency Department (ED) visit.
• Patients experiencing a mental health crisis with no family support or access to personal items.
• Patients that are from country or interstate with no family support.

Adelaide SA 5000

W rah.sa.gov.au

Caloundra Community Centre Inc

Caloundra Community Centre provides a range of services including family support, support for older people & their pets, emergency relief & crisis assistance, No Interest Loans, parenting education, adult literacy, community development, multicultural activities and support, information & referral and training for employment. As well as service provision we provide space for organisations to provide outreach services so that local people don't have to travel outside of their community to seek assistance. We also provide support and space to a number of local groups including AA, Gamblers Anonymous, Bipolar Support group, craft groups, older women's groups, art groups etc.

We have almost 100 volunteers who assist us in vital ways to provide services and connect with people in our community who may be struggling.

Caloundra Community Centre while it receives some grants and funds from government we raise a significant amount of funds ourselves so that we can better provide services.

Caloundra State High School

Secondary State High School

Caloundra QLD 4551

T 0754368444

W caloundrashs.eq.edu.au/

Calvary Care

Supporting and caring for people/families in need with Care Bags (groceries / meals / hygiene packs men/women / toys for kids in hospitals / baby bundles), mental health support, domestic violence support , general care.

Calvary Christian College

Independent K-12 school

Calvary Community Care

Aged and Community Care Services.
Our mission is to provide quality, compassionate health care to the most vulnerable, including those reaching the end of their life.

Winnellie NT 0820

W calvarycare.org.au/

Calvary Health Care Tasmania

Our mission is to provide quality, compassionate healthcare to the most vulnerable, including those reaching the end of their life.

South Hobart TAS 7004

W calvarycare.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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