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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
CPL - Choice, Passion, Life Redcliffe
Formerly the Cerebral Palsy League, now known as CPL Choice Passion Life.
We are the Support In the Community Day service offering programs such as art, communications, music therapy, gardening and other diverse programs for people with a disability such as Cerebral Palsy, down syndrome, ABI, spinal injuries just to name a few
Redcliffe QLD 4020
CPL - Choice, Passion, Life Toowoomba
CPL – Choice, Passion, Life is the leading provider of integrated support, therapy and advice for people living with a disability in Queensland and Northern New South Wales, and their families.
We work with our clients at every stage of their lives. We deliver the very best support, guidance, technology and understanding possible, so people can achieve the things that matter the most to them.
We know that given the right opportunities, people can grow beyond expectations and create amazing lives. It's why we refuse to compromise in chasing the best for our clients, and ourselves
CPL - Choice, Passion, Life Townsville
CPL – Choice, Passion, Life (formerly Cerebral Palsy League) is a leading provider of integrated support, therapy and advice for people living with a disability in Queensland and Northern NSW. CPL works with people at every life stage from diagnosis, early intervention and the school years, through to employment, independent living and retirement.
CPL Mylestones - Palm Beach
We assist and support Clients with disabilities to find work or move into study or upskilling to find more meaningful employment
Palm Beach QLD 4221
CQShines Foundation
CQShines Foundation is the Central Queensland Hospital Foundation recently launched in Central Queensland. We are a not for profit health promotion charity governed by the Hospital Foundations Act QLD and are ACNC registered with DGR status. We fund critical equipment, infrastructure, education and scholarships, and medical research in Central Queensland for better health and brighter futures for Central Queenslanders.
CRASHENDO! East Gippsland
CRASHENDO! East Gippsland (est 2013) is a community-initiated and operated music and social development program, based on El Sistema (Venezuela) a worldwide 40+ year network. Programs provide free, high quality early years professional development opportunities, instrumental tuition, community orchestra, performances and unique collaborative events. This improves educational and social outcomes for children, youth, their parents and the wider community. Programs give particular support for those who are experiencing challenges in their lives.
CREATE Foundation NSW
CREATE Foundation is the peak body representing the voices of all children and young people in out-of-home care.
Sydney NSW 2000
Create the Change Australasia
As a networking organisation we endeavour partner with and work alongside others, including local, state and federal government bodies, to meet and match resources with needs be they on a day to day basis, long term support or in response to disasters. Our mission statement is 'Empowering Change, Transforming Communites'
Creating Links
Creating Links delivers a diverse range of services in the areas of children & family, disability, aged care, fostering and youth across the Greater Sydney areas since 1972.
Creatives Collective ARI Inc
We are a disability-led disabled artists' group who support disabled artists and disability rights through providing a peer-led environment, job opportunities and training, and assistance.
Coonabarabran NSW 2357
Crisis Accommodation Gove Inc
We provide a Domestic and Family Violence Service (Women Shelter). The service provision is based on providing a safe and secure crisis (0-3 nights) and short-term (up to 13 weeks) accommodations to women (and their children) who at risk, experiencing and or escaping Domestic and Family Violence from the East Arnhem Regional area.
Nhulunbuy NT 0881
CrossCulture Church of Christ Point Cook Inc.
We do Foodbank Ministry every Sundays between 1p-2p at the church carpark.
We started this ministry Sept 2020, at the beginning in average we are serving between 20-30 families. However since July 2021 the demand has increased exponentially, at the moment we are serving between 70-90 families.
We are also regularly supporting IWinAus which helping 6-8 families who are struggling financially/legal/visa issue. IWinAus pickup the pre-pack boxes from us and drop them off to these families.
Every Sunday, we try to provide fresh fruit and vegetables, tin foods, baby products (nappies and formula), and other dry food like pasta, rice, long life milk, etc
Crossenvale Community Group INC
Our community house provides support to local residents in the area of our house and the wider community of Echuca. Our house is a resource and support to our public housing tenants. We provide food relief, arts & craft groups, room hire, free hygiene products (share the dignity bags, pads). Cuppa and chat, garden, community lunch programs. We host family and community events.
CrossLife - a Baptist Church
CrossLife - a Baptist Church has three campuses on the Gold Coast. Southport campus has opened a Food Pantry since COVID on Thursdays and Fridays to those in need in the local area.
We are committed to helping our community through times of difficulty and stress. This COVID Crisis has put a lot of us in exceptional positions.
As part of our ministry as CrossLife Southport, we are here to extend our hand to those in need.
Crosslinks
Crosslinks is a not-for-profit organisation that has proudly supported people with disabilities since 1996. Our team of more than 220 staff provide disability support services to hundreds of people all over the Perth metropolitan area from our base in Midland. Our services include Community Participation, Adult & Youth Social Clubs, Supported Independent Living (SIL) accommodation, and Support Coordination.
We are a NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) registered provider so you can be assured that our services and supports meet the level of quality and safety in the NDIS Practice Standards. Also, as a not-for-profit organization, our profits are invested back into delivering and improving the services we offer participants.
Crossroads Community Care Centre Inc
We are a community center located in Miranda NSW. Our services include providing information, referral and support, assistance with people in financial crisis who cannot pay their energy bills or fines. We also provide free DV and trauma counselling, provide group and course supports. We also operate a domestic violence and homeless older women housing block.
Crossways Community Services
Crossways is a Christian based charitable organisation that offers a range of support and services to the community. We have a cafe, opshop and a low cost food pantry. We also provide emergency relief in the way of bills and food to clients residing in the City of Armadale and the Shire of Serpentine/Jarrahdale
Kelmscott WA 6111
Crossways Lutheran School
Education from ELC to year 10
Crow's Nest State School
Provide education to students from prep to year ten.
Provide uniforms for families doing it tough.
Support members of our school community in different ways.
Cudal Central Incorporated
Cudal Central is a group that aims to develop community facilities and create business opportunities
Cudal Community Children's Centre
We are a not for profit community based preschool and childcare centre offering education and care to approximately 50 children in the Cudal district.
Cudal NSW 2864
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.