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
Drummond Street Services Inc.
Established 131 years ago, we provide counselling services to individuals, couples, children and families presenting with issues with relationships, mental health and well-being risks.
Carlton VIC 3053
Dubbo Neighbourhood Centre
Local neighbourhood centre involved in drought relief work and more.
Dubbo NSW 2830
Dundas Area Neighbourhood Centre Inc
Community centre providing services and activities to surrounding communities. Provision of food hampers and support to local residents.
We run our programs at no cost to the community and our food packages are donated.
Dundula State School
Dundula SS is a small school of approx 70 students. We have a low ICSEA value of 6 / 100 which relates to the socio-economic status of our families as well as a number of other social factors (low employment, educational level of parents, housing etc). We have a chaplain 2 days per week and have many high needs children and a high proportion of indigenous children. Our staff are committed to improving educational and social outcomes for our children. Many of children see school as their safe place. We value education greatly and aspire to have as many of our students break the poverty cycle as we can. We want to help them see how a good education can help them break this cycle. We work hard to provide the students with their essential needs, when many come to school without these things. Our staff work hard to provide our students with a safe and caring environment. We acknowledge the correlation between attendance and achievement and work hard to improve attendance for some families.
Mackay QLD 4740
Dunlea Centre, Australia's Original Boys' Town
Dunlea Centre, Australia’s Original Boys’ Town is a specialised co-educational, Years 7 to 10 school and residential program catering for disadvantaged young people who are at risk of family breakdown, disengagement from education and entry into the care of the Minister for Youth Justice.
Our motto is “A Place for Change” and our aims are educational gain and behavioural change. The Centre provides education, social skills development, counselling support and parenting classes. These combined, assist our young people and families to build relationships, engage in education and improve their own future together.
Engadine NSW 2233
Dunolly Primary School
Primary school in central Victoria providing education to rurally isolated students in the highly disadvantaged shire of Central Goldfields.
Dutton Park State School
Primary School in Dutton Park. Provides education to student from Prep to Year 6.
DVConnect
Our vision is that all relationships are free from domestic, family and sexual violence. Our mission is that through collaboration we enable seamless pathways from violence to safety and beyond. DVConnect exists to help Queenslanders escape domestic, family and sexual violence by providing crisis helplines, as well as emergency transport and accommodation away from violence. DVConnect is a not-for-profit organisation that has provided state-wide specialist domestic, family and sexual violence crisis counselling, intervention, information, safety planning and pathways to safety for almost 20 years.
EACH - Ipswich
EACH provides a range of health, disability, counselling and mental health services across Australia.
EACH Social & Community Health Centre - Victoria
Mental health outreach support to people with mental health, homelessness and complex needs. EACH's principal activities remained the provision of support across its many
communities through the delivery of its 10 major service types, these being: Primary
Health Care (including GP Allied Health, Nursing and Oral Health Services, Health
Promotion), Disability and Aged Care Services, Mental Health Services, (including
NDIS services)
Alcohol and Other Drug Services, Youth Services, Child and Family Services,
(including
Child Care, Early Childhood Intervention Services, Youth Services, Mediation and
Family Relationship Services), Counselling and targeted psychological services
(including Problem Gambling counselling, Victims of Crime support, Financial
counselling), Family Violence Interventions and Social Housing Services through its
fully owned subsidiary company, EACH Housing Ltd.
Lilydale VIC 3140
Eagle Point Primary School
Eagle Point Primary School is a rural school situated in the township of Eagle Point, between Bairnsdale and Paynesville in a picturesque setting overlooking Lake King, part of the magnificent Gippsland Lakes.
Eagle Point VIC 3878
Eagleby Neighbourhood Centre
Communities for Children Services
East Creek Community Centre
Our non for profit Neighbourhood Centre provides social and practical support to the community. We provide technology lessons, Tax Help Program and have Oz Harvest delivered twice a week which we provide to the community for free. We have social groups to provide opportunity for community and individual interaction. These groups include, crochet, blanket making, walking card games, Mah-jong, Stroke and brain injury support, produce swap and social craft groups. We also offer advice information and referral for the community. We have a targeted program for over 60's to reduce loneliness and social isolation and have a bus to collect those people who need transport for outings.
East Gippsland Shire Council
Local Government Organisation. East Gippsland is an inclusive and innovative community that values its natural environment, puts community at the centre of Council decision making and creates the conditions in which communities can thrive.
Bairnsdale VIC 3875
East Gippsland Specialist School
East Gippsland Specialist School provides a comprehensive and innovative curriculum for primary and secondary students with intellectual disabilities.
Bairnsdale VIC 3875
East Hills Public School
East Hills Public School has 199 students with many from a low socio economic status as is reflected in our ICSEA. To support the well being of our students in their capacity to be successful learners, we deliver a healthy eatery that is free for students and community. The eatery not only promotes a healthy eating culture but boosts social skills and encourages language development.
East Hills NSW 2213
East Kenwick Primary School - Breakfast Club
We provide a nutritious breakfast for students who don't eat before they attend school. Unfortunately many students arrive hungry and find it difficult to engage with their classroom learning. Our aim is to feed every child to ensure that they have a great start to their day.
East Loddon Food Share Program Inc.
The purpose of the East Loddon Food Share Program Inc. is to provide emergency food, personal and household care parcels to members of the East Loddon community and adjoining districts who find themselves in temporary need and are experiencing some financial strain to provide for themselves.
East Loddon Food Share Program Inc. may enlist the assistance of other persons or organisations (i.e. Salvation Army) to assist in the identification and discrete distribution of the parcels to worthy and suitable recipients. East Loddon Food Share Program Inc. will seek donations and undertake fund raising and awareness activities to support its intended purpose.
Dingee VIC 3571
East Manjimup Primary School
State (Public) school for students Kindy - Yr 6
Manjimup WA 6258
Eastern Health - Aboriginal Health Team
The Aboriginal Health Team is a community-based health service located in Healesville available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families living anywhere in Eastern Health’s catchment. The service adopts a holistic approach in line with cultural best-practice, and provides a broad range of services which are available both on-site in Healesville and through home visits and outreach including:
Primary Health Care:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Checks (all ages)
Nursing support including chronic disease management and maternal-child health
Health information and education
Visiting specialists
Case Management and Advocacy:
Care-planning
Referral & advocacy to other services including transport to medical appointments where appropriate
Case management
Social and Emotional Well-Being
Social & Emotional Well-Being Counselling
Drug and Alcohol Counselling
Home and Community Care
Domestic assistance and shopping assistance
Healesville VIC 3777
W easternhealth.org.au/site/item/1682-aboriginal-health-at-eastern-health
Eastwood Primary School
State School
Ringwood East VIC 3135
W eastwood.vic.edu.au/page/61/Welcome-to-Eastwood-Primary-School
Eating Disorders QLD
Eating Disorders Queensland supports a vibrant community of individuals recovering from an eating disorder, including people with lived experiences, carers and family members.
Toowong QLD 4066
Eats 4 The Streets
Eats 4 the Streets is a dedicated charity organization committed to addressing food insecurity and homelessness in our community. Every Saturday afternoon, we host Lunch at the Lakes at Centenary Lakes in Caboolture, providing free, warm, and nutritious meals to anyone in need. Our mission is to ensure that everyone has access to nutritious food and a supportive community. We create a welcoming environment where people can connect, share a meal, and build meaningful relationships. As a volunteer-run program, we rely on the generosity of our community to continue our efforts. Donations are always welcome and help us sustain our mission to support those who need it most. Our ultimate goal is to foster a compassionate, hunger-free community where everyone feels valued and supported.
Ebor Public School
We are the local public school serving the community of Ebor and surrounding properties.
ECHO Inc. Malanda
Established twenty years ago in Malanda, ECHO provides assistance to the communities of Malanda, Millaa Millaa, Yungaburra and Tarzali, with limited services also offered to Atherton, Herberton and Ravenshoe. Our services which are available to all members of the public include Transport, Community Support and Emergency Relief.
Malanda QLD 4885
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.