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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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Islamic Women's Association of Australia

Founded in 1991, IWAA is a distinguished not-for-profit charitable organisation dedicated to serving communities in need. For over three decades, IWAA has been at the forefront of championing social justice, equality, and empowerment.

Through our diverse range of programs and initiatives, IWAA operates with a steadfast commitment to uplifting vulnerable individuals and marginalised groups.


IWAA is dedicated to serving communities through a diverse array of projects. IWAA has programs in Aged Care, Education and community development, settlements and refugees, NDIS, Salam Cottage Respite care and Salam Safe House DFV Womens Refuge. Salam Safe House, established in 2014, offers a safe haven for survivors of DFV from CALD backgrounds. This refuge not only provides shelter but also empowers survivors with resources and advocacy services to rebuild their lives with courage and resilience.

Springwood QLD 4127

W iwaa.org.au

Isolated Children's Parents' Association Collarenebri - Mungindi Branch

We advocate for equity to access for education for rural and remote children

Various locations around Australia

T 0418740725

W icpa.com.au

It's Not Ok Projects

It's Not Ok Projects is an international organisation that fights for human rights and better communities. Our projects exist to restore, educate, equip, and provide hope to the oppressed, the trafficked, the vulnerable, the impoverished, and the at-risk. Current projects include the She Rescue Home (located in Cambodia), Community Care and The Ivory Project. Through Community Care Brisbane, we provide practical assistance to members of the community, including support groups, educational courses, food relief and a community garden. The Ivory Project is an initiative that provides new mums in tough situations with hygiene and essential baby items.

It's the Little Things Community Ltd

It’s the Little Things Community is a charitable organisation that provides nutritious meals and acts of kindness to the vulnerable, displaced and disadvantaged in our community, including women escaping domestic violence, the homeless and those battling mental illness. In doing so, we also provide volunteers with an environment to improve their self-esteem, social interaction, and sense of purpose.

IUIH - Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program - Goodna

The Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program (ANFPP) is a nurse-led home visiting program that supports women pregnant with an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander child to improve their own health and the health of their baby.

Goodna QLD 4300

W iuih.org.au

IUIH - Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program - South Brisbane

A program for first time mums or first opportunity to parent a aboriginal Torres Straight islander baby with education and support through pregnancy and up to bub is 2 years old.

Windsor QLD 4030

T 07 33738526

W anfpp.com.au

IUIH - Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program - Strathpine

A home visiting service targeted at helping young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who are pregnant with their first child walk the journey through motherhood.

Strathpine QLD 4500

W iuih.org.au

Ivanhoe Central School

The school plan is highly strategic, focusing on 3 key areas for improvement we have determined in consultation with our community. It demonstrates our alignment and commitment to excellence as part of public education in NSW to ensure a profound difference to the ongoing growth and development of our school.

Ivanhoe NSW 2878

W ivanhoe-c.schools.nsw.gov.au

Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation

Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC, Land Trust and Cultural Heritage Body holds native title, land, and cultural heritage rights and interests in trust on behalf of Eastern Kuku Yalanji Traditional Bama (people). EKY Bama are the Traditional Owners of the bubu (land) and jalun (sea) stretching along the east coast of Tropical North Queensland from the Mowbray Valley surrounding Port Douglas and the Annan River south of Cooktown.

Jabiru Community College

Jabiru Community Learning (Community Learning Ltd.) is an independent, non-government, flexible learning environment for young people in years 10, 11 and 12 who reside in Brisbane's Northern suburbs. Our young people are predominantly from disadvantaged backgrounds and experience a range of social barriers; including mental health & wellbeing issues that impact on their capacity to participate and engage in education.

Zillmere QLD 4034

W jcc.qld.edu.au

Jabiru Community Youth and Children's Service

Jabiru Community, Youth and Children’s Services Association Inc is a community-based not-for-profit organisation started by a group of mums who wanted something for their kids to do in Bracken Ridge area during the school holidays in 1986.

In 2012 we opened a fee-free college supporting 60 young people who need a flexible approach so they can complete their secondary school education. This work is vital for the wellbeing and prospects of some young people who need extra support to succeed.

Our work with disadvantaged families and young people shows us that communities are incredibly important. In all our work, including our outside school hours care services, we emphasise community and belonging.

Bracken Ridge QLD 4017

W jabiru.org.au/about-jabiru

Jacaranda Clubhouse

Jacaranda Clubhouse is an Empowering Daily Living Skills Program for adults experiencing mental health challenges in the Ipswich and West Moreton region.

Ipswich QLD 4305

W jacarandaclubhouse.com.au

Jacaranda Community Centre Inc.

Jacaranda is a not for profit Community organisations with a range of free programs to assist the local community. Classified as an ACCO with 70% Aboriginal Committee and over 51% Aboriginal staff . We run a Domestic Violence Financial Counselling Service and An Aboriginal specific Financial Counselling Outreach Service as well as 3 other financial counselling services. Our outreach extends to the refuges, office s at Armadale , Fremantle, Rockingham. WHFS, Emergency relief either through the ER worker as a one off or through case management if it is to be managed. We have Aboriginal family support and school inclusion program to support Aboriginal children to go to school and support their families. We also have fresh fruit , vegetables and bread on a tuesday. A back to school program with school back packs is available, Christmas hampers and toys. Computer classes, cooking classes, pottery classes, NAIDOC , blankets, Seniors week, disability week depend on the availability of funds.

Jacaranda Housing

We provide housing to people in housing stress and to those in the greatest of need in our community.

As one of Brisbane's most trusted housing providers, Jacaranda Housing works closely with tenants, members, local communities, human services support providers, charities and government to continue to provide safe, secure and affordable housing options for all Queenslander's.

Jack's Butterflies Ltd

Jack’s Butterflies’ range of services and assistance looks to not just assist rare disease children and their families with everyday challenges, but also to equip them with the support to extend their lives beyond the daily isolation and confines of hospitals, social services and their own homes. Our eventual goal is to provide a comprehensive network of services geared towards improving quality of lives and the relationships that surround them.

Jali Local Aboriginal Land Council

Jali Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) aims to improve, protect and foster the best interests of all Aboriginal persons within the Council’s area and members of the Council.

We have a number of important programs and core areas of work including Social Housing, Agri-Business, Aged Care (Independent Living), Culture & Heritage and Indigenous Protected Areas (land acquisition, use and management).

Recently our community was affected by the floods which severely impacted Cabbage Tree Island, with residents displaced from their homes. We are working towards rebuilding the island so we can bring our community home.

Jalygurr Guwan Aboriginal Corporation

Jalygurr Guwan Aboriginal Corporation has been providing Long Day Care, Out of School Hours Care and Regional Children's Service Mobile Playgroup for over 30 years in Broome. We are committed to delivering high quality early childhood education that enhances the cultural, physical, social, emotional, language and learning development of the children utilizing our services.

Jannawi Family Centre

Jannawi is a specialist child protection service that works with families who have experienced or at risk of experiencing child abuse or neglect. We primarily work with women and children, although we have had some male clients. Our work centers around the most vulnerable experiencing domestic violence, child abuse and neglect. We support families in raising children free from abuse and trauma.
Our services offer therapy and caser management and support such as court support, housing, Centrelink, and parenting.

Summer Hill NSW 2130

T 029750 0500

W jannawi.org.au

Jenny's Place

Jenny's Place is a not-for-profit community-based service established in Newcastle in 1977.

We provide direct relief and support to women and children who are experiencing domestic violence and/or homelessness (or are at risk of homelessness).

Our passionate team is committed to keeping women and children in our community safe, housed and free from violence. We seek to empower women through honesty, transparency, equality, compassion and decency. We aim to help our clients break the cycle of violence and live secure lives.

Jenny’s Place offers a range of services to women and children. We operate Women and Children’s Crisis Refuge, Single Women’s Crisis Refuge, Supported Transitional Accommodation, Outreach Homelessness Support Program, and the Domestic Violence Resource Centre.

Jess Pugh MP - Mt Ommaney

State Member for Mount Ommaney (ALP)

Mount Ommaney QLD 4074

W jesspughmp.com.au

Jesuit Refugee Service

Jesuit Refugee Service works with people seeking asylum and migrants in vulnerable situations. We offer different services such as casework, emergency relief, employment assistance and material aid referrals. We have the finding safety program that specifically supports migrant women who have experienced or at risk of experiencing Gendered based violence. We have school and community engagement, including leadership programs that empower young refugees and people seeking asylum to advocate for their rights.

Jesus Is Lord Church Canberra Inc

I-Care is developing Jesus Is Lord Church Canberra (JILC) which is a community Christian church based and occupies a building in the Kaleen Plaza within the suburb of in Kaleen.

The aim of the Community Food Bank is to provide low cost or free food to those most in need. It will operate in conjunction with “Foodbank Australia” (the largest food relief organisation in Australia), and will be open to the public several days a week.

We will distribute, at low or no cost, food items to the homeless and the lower socio-economic demographic of Canberra, depending on particular individual circumstances. Items will be collected from the surplus of food suppliers, or from stock that is nearing the end of its recommended shelf life.


Kaleen ACT 2617

W jilcanberra.org.au

JET Australia Foundation Ltd

1. Community Language School

2. Cultural Classes

3. Humanitarian Support

4. Food Relief

5. Multicultural and Interfaith Events

6. Temple

Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029

W jaf.org.au

Jewish Russian Community Soup Kitchen Ltd. (Souper)


Souper Charity offers free, nutritional meals to lonely individuals, those affected by illness and people in difficult financial situations.

In 2018, Souper Kitchen opened its doors in the heart of St Kilda to provide free, home-style meals to people in need in Melbourne including Holocaust survivors, residents of public housing, victims of family violence, isolated community members, people who recently underwent hospitalisation, people living with disabilities, new migrants and those in challenging financial situations.

During the emergency crisis situations including the recent bushfires and the COVID-19 pandemic, Souper supported the community with regular deliveries of much-needed meals, pantry and grocery items as well as hygiene and household items.

Currently, over 1000 people receive regular support through our food security program, with new requests coming in weekly.

Caulfield North VIC 3161

T 1800613770

E info@souper.org.au

W souper.org.au

Johns River Public School

We are committed to ensuring a safe and happy environment for your child. We support your child’s health and safety through a range of strategies including behaviour code for students, anti-racism education, anti-bullying programs, conflict resolution and mediation training, peer support, road safety education, and the healthy school canteen.

Johns River NSW 2443

W johnsriver-p.schools.nsw.gov.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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