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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.

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BestLife Foundation

Provide social and learning experiences to children and young people living with a disability to support them to transition to an independent life as an adult.

Various locations around Australia

T 0459 707 850

E Bestlifefoundation@gmail.com

W bestlifefoundation.com.au

Bethania Lutheran Primary School

Primary School

Better Together Community Support

Better Together is a community based organisation providing services across Far North Queensland. With a volunteer base, paid staff and donations, we provide support to community who are affected by the increase in cost of living and other socio-economic factors. We provide food relief that aims at reducing hunger, poverty and homelessness in our community. We also work with stakeholders to implement programs. We aim to provide a holistic approach to community wellbeing and resilience by meeting the everchanging needs of those impacted by social and financial difficulties.

Beulah Community Ltd

Charity based on Buderim, Sunshine Coast involved in social justice (aboriginal reconciliation) and land conservation.

Buderim QLD 4556

W beulahcommunity.com.au/

Beyond Disability Inc.

Beyond Disability is a not for profit charity established in 1997 by Richard Stubbs OAM and our volunteers recycle computers, laptops and tablets for distribution to disabled and/or housebound folks, Veterans and their carers. Currently, we have 40 clients, mainly in the Mornington Peninsula area.

Recently we have expanded our focus to include school children in financially struggling families. We make a difference by not only supplying and installing the equipment but also providing in-home servicing of our equipment as needed.

Pearcedale VIC 3912

T 0419 114 313

E secretary@bdi.org.au

W bdi.org.au

Beyond DV Ltd

Beyond DV is a Brisbane based charity working with families to help rebuild their lives after domestic and family violence. Our Bright Start program focuses on helping children transition into new schools when relocating from a domestic violence situation. Our Youth Program “HOPE 4 Life” provides a mentor program to help children aged 7-17 years heal from trauma. Our Time Out program allows DV survivors to take some time out of their busy, often stressful, lives to focus on their own healing. Our “HOPE Beyond DV”- Recovery Services Open Day, in collaboration with Brisbane Domestic Violence Service provides an opportunity for government and non-government organisations to come together as a “one stop shop” with a focus on providing Brisbane DV survivors with an efficient way to access recovery services in one place. Our Pathways to Hope, will give women the opportunity to build financial independence through counselling, mentoring, training and job placement.

Mooloolaba QLD 4557

W beyonddv.org.au/

Beyond Youth Justice

This service provides young people – who are engaged with youth justice services – support and assistance in the areas of rehabilitation and emotional wellbeing.

As well as community based individual support, each partner agency delivers workshops (such as psycho-social skills development) at Banksia Hill.

Gosnells WA 6110

T 0894989200

W centrecare.com.au/

Biala Hostel

Biala is a Hostel for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Girls living away from home to attend High School. Students come from rural communities across Australia to escape hardships, gain a better education and to share in life experiences.

Various locations around Australia

T (02) 9043 9530

E biala@ahl.gov.au

W ahl.gov.au/

Bidyadanga Aboriginal Community La Grange Incorporated

Bidyadanga Aboriginal Community La Grange Inc (BACLG) was incorporated in 1975 as a not-for-profit organisation to administer government-funded programs for the community, such as the Daycare service, Municipal Services, and Centrelink and Australia Post agencies. A Council of community representatives governs the organisation. Services have expanded to include a Women's Centre, Men's Centre and Family Centre. A Community Services Plan has been created to improve outcomes for children 0-4 years old and their families. Many of our programs are funded through donations and grants. We have created culturally safe spaces to develop engagement from community members. Services are provided to improve health and wellness and reduce stress on Aboriginal families in the community. We are always looking for creative ways to supply our community service programs for some of the most vulnerable people in Australian.

Big Group Hug Ltd

Big Group Hug is a volunteer-driven, not-for-profit organisation founded in 2014 by mum and teacher, Angela Wood and successful business leader, Geraldine Camilleri. Based in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, Big Group Hug supports vulnerable and disadvantaged families in need, by providing new and pre-loved goods to help these families care for their children, aged from new born to 16-year-old.

Our core belief is that all children deserve the best start in life, so for us, the child is the focus of everything we do. Our team is made up of over 300 individuals/volunteers who are determined and committed to assisting every family who asks for help.

We work closely with and receive requests for specific and essential items through Case Workers, Maternal and Child Health Nurses or other professionals in the community. Some of the basic necessities requested range from nappies, clothes, formula, and toys to nursery furniture, prams, car seats, and more. We pride ourselves on our compassionate, quick, and responsive nature, ensuring that we do everything we can to meet these needs, and in the process, help protect every young child in Australia from the adverse effects of disadvantage. 

Big Group Hug is also known to be independent and resourceful, with a unique ability to coordinate and mobilise community support. Heeding the call local businesses, and communities at large immediately spring into action and respond to the needs of young children, particularly vulnerable children, and their families. This only serves to prove that together, we can put the squeeze on childhood poverty.

Bundoora VIC 3083

E admin@biggrouphug.org

W biggrouphug.org

Big Yellow Umbrella Incorporated

Big Yellow Umbrella (BYU) is a community hub that provides services, programs and activities to meet the needs of all aspects of the local Camden community, prioritising those that are vulnerable and disadvantaged. Our services include early childhood and support
playgroups, case management (youth and adults in crisis), intake and referral, youth services (center and school based), food relief and community meals, appeals, parenting programs, school breakfast clubs, early literacy, transition to school, skill development, school holiday programs, recreational programs, art and craft and community development.
We aim to strengthen and enrich the community by connecting people with local services, community activities and each other. BYU prides itself in working across the age and need spectrum, with crisis programs through to social participation and therapy programs including therapeutic art, yoga and tai chi.

Narellan NSW 2567

T 02 4647 1283

W yellowumbrella.org.au

Billabong High School

A comprehensive high school located in the Riverina.

Culcairn NSW 2660

W billabong-h.schools.nsw.gov.au/

Billanook Primary School

State School

Montrose VIC 3765

W billanookps.vic.edu.au/

Binda Public School

Small public school in Binda NSW

Bingara Neighbourhood Centre

At the Bingara Neighbourhood Centre residents have access to many different visiting services as well as the ability to discuss issues and be referred to professional services.

Birchip Neighbourhood House Inc

Provides community development opportunities to help connect people to their community, Particularly those who are disadvantaged or marginalised.

Biripi Aboriginal Corporation Medical Centre - Taree

Biripi ACMC was established in 1981, is the second AMS in NSW, is community controlled & always has and always will have our community’s health and well-being as its core purpose.


We provide a “holistic” model of care to achieve better health & wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal people with in the Biripi nation. We believe that health encompasses not only your physical health, but also mental health, emotional health, connection to country and your spiritual well-being.

We will continue to engage & empower our community by providing knowledge, skills & advocacy.

We are a multi-layered health organisation that provides culturally appropriate care in the following service divisions:


• Aged Care
• Health Services
• Programs & Community Support
• Out of Home Care

Birmingham Primary School

State School

Mount Evelyn VIC 3796

W birminghamps.vic.edu.au/

Birribee Housing

Welcome to Birribee Housing. Birribee is Wiradjuri for the Grey Box Tree, whose versatile bark was used for canoes, shelter, and coolamons. Birribee Housing emerges from the NSW Land Council Network, so culture, community, and self-determination are at the heart of our work. Birribee is writing a new story: creating new connections and growing the Aboriginal economy.

BizRebuild

BizRebuild is a business-led initiative, developed by the Business Council of Australia, to provide practical and on the ground assistance to small and local businesses left devastated by the bushfires.

Various locations around Australia

E bizrebuild@bca.com.au

W bizrebuild.com.au/

BK 2 Basics Melbourne

Offer a 6 day a week Community pantry, Community meals, Outreach programmes, Community cuts ( free haircuts ) Boobie Blitz ( Making sure every woman has good fitting bras ), Christmas presents, Christmas hampers, Christmas party. All of the above and more for anyone facing hardship.

Black Swan Health - headspace Osborne Park

Black Swan Health is the lead agency for headspace Joondalup and Osborne Park. headspace is a FREE health service that provides support to young people aged 12-25 and their families.

Black Swan Health - Osborne Park

Black Swan Health provides affordable, high quality and evidence-based medical, mental health, chronic condition and disability services to the community.

Black Swan Health - Wesley Central

Black Swan Health delivers tailored health, mental health and wellbeing services that are high quality, evidence-based, safe and aim to achieve positive outcomes for its clients.

Blackall-Tambo Regional Council Neighbourhood Centre

The Neighbourhood Centre is funded to provide support services for vulnerable people within the Blackall-Tambo Regional Council boundaries.

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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