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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
Lifeline - Canberra
Lifeline Canberra exists to support people in crisis and save the lives of those experiencing thoughts of suicide. For over 47 years Lifeline Canberra has provided the Canberra community with 24/7 crisis support via our local 13 11 14 service. Lifeline Canberra crisis supporters are highly skilled volunteers who listen with care and acceptance, whatever the circumstances and provide support and information to people in need.
Canberra ACT 2601
Lifeline Central West
Lifeline Central West ( LLCW) provides crisis support through 131114. We have face to face financial counselling and problem gambling counselling as well as hold mental health first aid, suicide intervention, Domestic and family violence training. We are also doing some face to face crisis interventions. we work across regional and remote communities offering support.
Bathurst NSW 2795
Lifeline Community Recovery - QLD
Every day we’re engaging with people from all walks of life across all ages — older people; those living with a disability; people requiring health care in hospital or at home; children, families and communities; and people facing adversity. Wherever you are and whenever you need us, we’re here to make sure you have the opportunity to live your best life.
Gayndah QLD 4625
Lifeline Darling Downs & South West QLD Ltd
Towns include: Toowoomba, Warwick, Dalby, Roma, Charleville, St George.
We are a community based non-government organisation committed to learning and we work across the Darling Downs and South West Queensland area. We are part of Lifeline’s national network of services, and provide a range of services that respond to the needs of families who live here in this region. You might be surprised to know just how many different programs we manage, and the kinds of support we can offer. Hundreds of paid staff and even more volunteers are involved already in making a difference through Lifeline’s activities.
Toowoomba QLD 4350
Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury
Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury exists to support Australians in times of crisis and to reach out to, and equip individuals and communities to be resilient and suicide safe.
Gordon NSW 2072
Lifeline MidCoast
Disaster Recovery
Eclipse (for suicide survivors)
Support after Suicide
Hospital to Recovery
Disaster Recovery
Out of the Shadows
Memorials Services
Life's Little Treasures Foundation
We are a not-for-profit organization supporting families of sick and premature babies.
Lifestyle Connections Association
Registered Disability Provider providing direct support Support Coordination and Plan Management
Lighthouse Foundation
We provide homes and therapeutic care to children and young people impacted by long-term neglect, abuse and homelessness.
Our focus is to create caring communities where kids can feel safe, form meaningful relationships and heal from traumatic experiences.
Lightning Ridge Neighbourhood Centre
Generally we provide support and assistance to people in financial crisis including: Immediate financial assistance and/or Material support, such as: emergency relief vouchers, we also have the auspice "Food for families" project, which in some circumstances gives out food parcels from the food for family’s supplies.
Our organisation provides a cheap Community Technology Centre and library for use by the local community.
Lightning Ridge NSW 2834
Lillian Howell Project Inc
The Lillian Howell Project (Lillian's), founded in 1988, is a specialist homelessness service providing medium to long term 24-hour, on-site gender specific supported housing for up to 13 young women and girls from the ages of 13 to 17 years.
Our approach is one that is underpinned by trauma informed care in a safe and secure setting that builds the capacity of the young women through modelling reliable and consistent behaviours. We pride ourselves in setting a benchmark in high quality, relational based care.
Lillian’s allows the young women and girls to re-establish trust and assuredness, supporting them to complete or further their education, gain employment and progress to independent living.
Over time, we have supported many young women - from those escaping family and domestic violence, to those who have experienced trauma, abuse and neglect - to heal, flourish and break the cycle of homelessness.
Various locations around Australia
Lily House
Lily House is a supported accommodation services for young women and their infant children who may be homeless, escaping domestic violence or have recovered from addiction.
Lily House also focuses on young, pregnant women requiring assistance. We provide support enabling mums to give birth to their babies in a loving and save environment, aiding them to establish themselves in the community with the basic skills and support needed to raise a child.
Lily House is based on Christian values and a strength-based approach which aims to bring wholeness to women from all walks of life. The in-house program is holistic, person centered and focuses on mental, emotional, spiritual, social and physical health. We offer women the chance to improve their life and the lives of their children.
Lilydale Baptist Church - The Mustard Tree
The Mustard Tree Op Shop and Cafe is a community ministry of the Lilydale Baptist Church. The Mustard Tree offers comfort, care and community to all. Reaching out to the community with care and provision for physical, emotional and spiritual needs. Our foodbank offers groceries and household to those in need at no charge. We run a community lunch weekly that enables all to meet for a free meal and friendship. Our cafe strives to offer homecooked meals, coffee and cakes at an affordable price and our op shop not only provides to those in need but the proceeds all go back into our community care programs.
LinC Yarra Valley
We are a network of church and community volunteers who work together to assist people in the Yarra Valley in practical ways.
LINE Wangaratta Inc.
LINE (LGBTQIA+ In the North East) Wangaratta is a volunteer-led not-for-profit charity that coordinates social inclusion programs and events, aims at connection and support, raises awareness in the community, supports services and businesses to be LGBTQIA+ inclusive and has a vision of change in the north east region.
Link and Launch - Bremer State High School
Link and Launch works with disengaged and disadvantaged young people in low socioeconomic regions of Qld to transition to further education, employment or training after completing school.
Various locations around Australia
W education.qld.gov.au/students/student-engagement/link-and-launch
Link and Launch - Bundaberg State High School
Link and Launch is a Department of Education Program that is funded to support year 12 completers to transition into a successful pathway once they graduate High School.
Bundaberg Central QLD 4670
Link Wentworth Housing
Provides Community Housing and support across NSW
Also provides Specialist Homelessness Services and Together Home homelessness service and range of other support programs primarily in the Nepean Blue Mountains district
Linking Communities Network Ltd
Linking Communities Network Ltd aims to ensure people who are homeless or at risk are supported to achieve safe and stable housing in the community.
Griffith NSW 2680
Lions Club - Cranbourne
non profit. 100% funds raised goes back into community. Lions seek out where there is a need and develop a project to serve that need.
*Youth(mentoring, public speaking, helping schools, Art competition)
*Environment( clean ups,
*Collecting, ( stamps, xrays, cans, glasses,)
*Health (support disability's, eye site testing, skin cancer testing, )
*collect children and teen books to give away free to those in need for free.
* Other ( support farmers need for feed, sight - ride for sight, donations to local needs
Lions Club Nunawading
Lions Clubs are part of community life, in the cities and in the country. Clubs are easily identified by their distinctive Logo, the trademark of our International Association, and the motto 'We Serve'.
Lions Australia is part of an international association, filled with people who are joined by the common desire to make their communities better, by using their creativity, enthusiasm and energy whilst at the same time enjoying friendship and social activities with their fellow Lions.
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.
