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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
Braidwood Life Centre
Braidwood Life Centre (BLC) Inc. is a non-profit organisation, whose primary objectives are the relief of poverty, sickness, destitution, suffering, distress, misfortune, disability and helplessness for the benefit of the health and wellbeing of the community within the Braidwood region.
Braidwood NSW 2622
Brainwave Australia
Brainwave supports families and children with brain illnesses and injuries to live their best lives through 1) provide holistic support to families at the point of diagnosis including information, referrals and other resources; 2) provide ongoing whole-of-family support as the needs of parents, siblings and children change over time; and 3) connecting families to one another and facilitate opportunities to build authentic, meaningful and ongoing relationships.
Brave Foundation
The Brave SEPT (Supporting Expecting and Parenting Teens) Program is an interactive Pathway Plan created for expecting and parenting teens to ensure they are connected to parenting support, life support and educational opportunities in their local communities.
Bravehearts Foundation Ltd
Bravehearts is an Australian child protection not-for-profit organisation, solely dedicated to the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse.
Bravehearts:
- works holistically to educate, empower and protect children from child sexual abuse
- helps prevent child sexual abuse by educating young people about personal safety
- supports survivors and victims of child sexual abuse, and their non-offending family members, with accessible and affordable counselling, case management and advocacy
- educates and empowers communities through world-class child protection training courses
and risk management
breakthru - Fortitude Valley
breakthru is one of Australia’s leading disability service providers, empowering thousands of people every year to achieve their goals. We currently operate in over 23 locations across New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
As a registered NDIS provider, Disability Employment Services (DES) provider and Registered Training Organisation (RTO), breakthru specialises in the provision of employment, daily living and capacity building supports to ensure people with disability can achieve independence and seamless inclusion in their local community.
A donation to breakthru will go towards purchasing equipment, services or experiences for our customers who are disadvantaged and in need of additional supports outside of Government funded services.
Breast Cancer Care WA Inc
In 2021 Breast Cancer Care WA provided supportive care services to 1372 individuals and families in Western Australia dealing with breast cancer. These services include Specialist Breast Care Nursing, Counselling, Financial and Practical Support, Support Groups, Therapy Groups and Educational Workshops. Our supportive care provision is evidence based and customised to meet the individual needs of each person and includes liaison and collaboration with other healthcare professionals and agencies, with the aim of easing the burden that comes with a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Cottesloe WA 6011
Bribie Island & District Neighbourhood Centre Association Inc.
We are a not for profit organisation that serves the area in a number of ways. We run an emergency relief program as part of that service. We deal with marginalised, vulnerable and impoverished individuals and families on a daily basis. Any help that can be provided by your organisation would be gratefully appreciated.
Bric Housing
Bric Housing provides affordable and secure housing for families and single people who may be disadvantaged or on low incomes.
Spring Hill QLD 4000
Bridge It
Bridge It provides young women who have experienced the out-of-home-care system or homelessness with a home, a community, and the support to thrive.
Various locations around Australia
Bridgeman Baptist Community Church - Streetlight
Streetlight provides nutritious meals and a welcoming community for homeless and disadvantaged members of our local area. Held weekly on a Monday night at a park in Aspley, Streetlight is run by volunteers and led by one of our local chaplains with a huge heart to dish up a feed while offering a listening ear.
Many people find themselves in desperate situations where they feel alone and without hope. A meal and conversation seem so simple but it can make a huge difference to someone in need. As we connect with people in poverty and financial crisis there are opportunities to distribute donations of blankets and beanies (when it’s cold) as well as emergency hampers and toiletries. There is also an opportunity to network people to other community services.
At Streetlight our heart is for people to experience hope and care as the tasty meal is served!
Bridgeman Downs QLD 4035
Bridges for Learning
We provide allied health and educational therapy and support for children 0-15 and families.
Using a family-centred model our therapists work collaboratively with each family to assist them I'm meeting the goals they have for their child.
Our organisation also provides support and education to other services, school and early childhood settings, to promote inclusion for all within our local community.
Bridging the Gap Sydney West Inc
Bridging the Gap and its staff aim to support and develop people through community development projects, early intervention programs, adolescent & family counselling, financial counselling, microfinance -no interest loans, youth programs and family support.
Our strategy is to offer opportunities for healing, learning and growth and to empower people by increasing knowledge, skills, health, education, connectedness and employment opportunities in a safe, respect filled environment.
Brisbane City Council
Brisbane is the largest local government in Australia with 26 wards and 27 councillor positions.
Brisbane QLD 4000
Brisbane City Council - Runcorn Ward
The Runcorn Ward comprises the suburbs of Sunnybank Hills, Sunnybank, Runcorn and Kuraby.
Brisbane City Council - Walter Taylor Ward
The Walter Taylor Ward includes the suburbs of Fig Tree Pocket, Indooroopilly, St Lucia, Chapel Hill (in part), Taringa (in part) and Toowong (in part).
Brisbane Gold Coast Grandies
BGCG are a local NFP under the umbrella of The Magic Moments Foundation that support the elderly in our community by sourcing and providing specialised wish-list of gifts at Christmas time.
Various locations around Australia
Brisbane Housing Company Ltd
BHC is a leading provider of affordable housing with a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative provision of social and affordable housing.
Brisbane City QLD 4000
Brisbane Legacy
Caring for the families of incapacitated and deceased veterans.
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Brisbane South Division - Accoras
Accoras has been delivering a range of early-intervention mental health and wellbeing services for nearly 30 years. We work with children, young people, adults, families and communities across South-East Queensland and Northern New South Wales.
More than 120 team members provide information, support and clinical services across four key streams - Child, youth and family services - Employment services - Psychology services - Community education services.
We know the right support at the right time can make a big difference as we work towards achieving our vision of ‘good mental health for all’.
Brisbane South Toy Library
The Brisbane South Toy Library gives families access to a large range of quality educational & developmental toys, puzzles, games & play equipment through a loans system. It is a not-for-profit community organisation managed by volunteers who are not only parents, carers & grandparents but also passionate about the importance of play, community & sustainability.
Richlands QLD 4077
Brisbane Spanish Seventh-day Adventist Church
As an organisation we help people in the areas of: Spiritual, Health, Mental, Social.
We work to provide food, clothing, financial support, family counselling, pastoral care, drug prevention and rehabilitation, psychology counselling, and in every disaster we are helping in all the ways we can.
Our motto is - Love and service to save.
All our services are free to the community. We serve as Jesus did.
Morningside QLD 4170
Brisbane State High School
Brisbane State High School is a secondary education facility
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Brisbane Youth Service - Fortitude Valley
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.
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Brisbane Youth Service - Housing and Tenancy Support
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.
Carina Heights QLD 4152
Brisbane Youth Service - Phoenix House
Providing emotional and case management support in transitional accommodation for young people between the ages of 15 and 18
Carina QLD 4152
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.