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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.
To complement 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
Balunu Foundation Ltd
The Balunu Foundation is a not for profit, charitable organisation focused on the healing of Indigenous youth and people and is based in Darwin, Northern Territory. In particular, Balunu seeks to instil a cultural identity among Indigenous youth at risk through a culturally appropriate healing program which builds self belief and self esteem whilst assisting Indigenous youth to overcome the wide range of challenges they face as young Indigenous people in today’s society.
Band of Brothers
We believe that every man should live the life they are meant to live. A life with purpose and direction. A life bigger than themselves. We reckon that families, workplaces and society thrive when men live in their purpose.
Band of Brothers weekly meetings are run by socially integrated and established men and is set up to provide other men in the Canberra Community with support who are experiencing mental illness, poverty, isolation, family breakdowns or who are reintegrating back into society after serving jail sentences. Men 16 years and above are welcome.
Band Of Brothers QLD Inc
We work with homeless people and people in need of help. At present we are about to launch our pilot tiny homes project to provide crisis accommodation and work with them to ensure their integration back into the community.
We aim to be the ones who go and find the people in need and working with other community organisations to support people in the best way possible.
We also provide "Hope Bags" in our initial contact with a variety of non-perishable items such as toiletries.
Various locations around Australia
Banksia Gardens Community Services
Banksia Gardens Community Services is a vibrant neighbourhood house and community service organisation located in the heart of Broadmeadows. With a strong commitment to community development and action research principles, our programs focus mainly on early childhood, education and training, gender equity, young people, environmental sustainability and community participation and advocacy.
Banksia Grove Primary School
Primary school
Bankstown Anglican Church
In addition to our christian gatherings, we have sought to provide services and programs to meet community needs. These have included English classes, a low cost food program, activities to address isolation and increase social inclusion, and a playgroup targeting the needs of migrants and refugee children.
Bankstown Community Resource Group Inc.
Bankstown Community Resource Group Inc. (BCRG) is a non-profit, community managed and focused organisation, which responds compassionately to address the identified needs of children, families and disadvantaged people without discrimination.
Bankstown Womens Health Centre
Bankstown Womens Health Centre (BWHC) are an independent, NGO, not for profit organisation run by Women for Women and their families. BWHC provide free health and wellbeing services, in a women's only safe space, and is one of 21 health centers in NSW, 6 being in Sydney. BWHC provide health and wellbeing services for women and their children who live in the Canterbury Bankstown local government area. BWHC provide trauma informed specialised services for women who may have experienced domestic family violence, assault, and other barriers and challenges in their life. As well as Counsellors, social workers, Dietician, legal services, women's health Doctor, BWHC also provide a weekly food share program, and other small groups and activities for Women and their children.
BANSIC
We are a member of Community Information and Support Victoria (CISVic), a network of agencies dedicated to supporting the local community through the provision of services that meet the short term needs of people, producing long term results.
BANSIC provides individuals and families with services such as Emergency Relief and Material Aid, Tax Help and with Utility debt assistance, advocacy, counselling, and support and information services. BANSIC clients live in the southern part of the City of Banyule, and experience substantial disadvantage and vulnerabilities. BANSIC also provides a referral service whereby clients can be referred to the most appropriate agency to assist with specific needs such as homelessness, mental health or drug and alcohol addiction.
Banyule Community Health Service
Banyule CHS provides the local community with mental and physical health supports including GP's, counselors, allied health workers and mental health support workers, legal assistance, dental, social workers, and is a one-stop shop in the community. There are 2 sites, West Heidelberg and Greensborough to service the Banyule catchment.
Baptist Care - Tara's Angels
Tara’s Angels provides support to women in the ACT who have experienced domestic and family violence with up to two years of post-crisis support, helping women to connect with local agencies and services, and rebuild their life. Our Tara’s Angels case workers walk with women, mentoring and empowering them with practical and reliable support after experiencing domestic violence. Angels are tertiary qualified social workers with experience in social work and help women to explore options that best support their needs. In 2016 we partnered with the Tara Costigan Foundation (TCF) to deliver this unique service to women in the ACT. Today, BaptistCare HopeStreet continues Tara’s legacy through Tara’s Angels, bringing hope and practical support to women who have experienced fear and violence.
Baptist Care SA
Baptist Care SA is church based organisation we support client in homelessness, disability and NDIS, youth work, children and family, Aboriginal services.
Our Wardli-ana team works with Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander people who are experiencing
or at risk of homelessness and seeking a service that
connects them with culture, community and is led by
Aboriginal voice.
BaptistCare NSW & ACT
We currently support thousands of people across NSW/ACT through more than 160 facilities and programs. We believe that each person is unique, loved by God, worthy of respect, dignity and inclusion.
Baradine Central School
K-12 public school
Barcaldine Prep-12 State School
We are a Prep-12 state School in a small community
Barcoo Shire Council
The Barcoo Shire Council administers local government within the shire in accordance with the Local Government Act 2009. The Council provides public municipal and rural services, is responsible for local planning and policy, fosters regional social and economic development and maintains a significant road construction and maintenance business.
Barnardos - Cobar
Our Family Support programs provide information, support and practical assistance with child rearing, childcare, solving problems, and living with a disability. All programs are aimed at improving the quality of life for children and their families.
Barnardos - Family Referral Service
The Family Referral Service brings together families, support services and community resources to provide the right support to families with the aim of improving their circumstances. We are located in the Illawarra, Shoalhaven and Wingacaribee.
Barnardos - South Coast
We work together with children and families through our effective evidence-informed and research-based programs to break the cycle of disadvantage, creating safe, nurturing and stable homes, connected to family and community.
Barnardos - Southern NSW/ACT
Children's charity with family support programs.
Barnardos - Warren
Barnardos Australia's aim is to support children and
young people:
• Be happy and safe
• Feel listened to
• Feel accepted and valued
• Feel culturally respected and safe
• Have access to quality education and
health care
Barnardos will help children and young people do
their best. We will:
• Provide a safe environment
• Treat them respectfully
• Support them to achieve their goals
• Support contact with their birth family
Barnardos ACT
Barnardos Australia's Canberra Centre offers family support, out-of-home care and supported accommodation services for disadvantaged children, adolescents and their families in the ACT.
Programs and services offered in the Centre reflect the problems of Canberra, with a population of young families and increasing population group of adolescents. As the Canberra population has a broad cross section of people, Barnardos’ programs aim to target the most financially and socially disadvantaged.
The Canberra Centre has been operating for more than 40 years, during which time there have been many changes in program development. Most significantly has been the closure of residential units in favour of highly supported community based placements with carers and increased family support.
Barnardos ACT - Child, Youth and Family Support
Barnardos Australia's Canberra Centre offers family support, out-of-home care and supported accommodation services for disadvantaged children, adolescents and their families in the ACT. Programs and services offered in the Centre reflect the problems of Canberra, with a population of young families and increasing population group of adolescents. As the Canberra population has a broad cross section of people, Barnardos’ programs aim to target the most financially and socially disadvantaged. The Canberra Centre has been operating for more than 40 years, during which time there have been many changes in program development. Most significantly has been the closure of residential units in favour of highly supported community based placements with carers and increased family support.
Barnardos ACT - Intensive Intervention Service
Barnardos Australia's Canberra Centre offers family support, out-of-home care and supported accommodation services for disadvantaged children, adolescents and their families in the ACT.
Programs and services offered in the Centre reflect the problems of Canberra, with a population of young families and increasing population group of adolescents. As the Canberra population has a broad cross section of people, Barnardos’ programs aim to target the most financially and socially disadvantaged.
The Canberra Centre has been operating for more than 40 years, during which time there have been many changes in program development. Most significantly has been the closure of residential units in favour of highly supported community based placements with carers and increased family support.
Barnardos ACT - Our Place
Provide medium term transitional accommodation, support and case management for homeless young people aged 16 - 25 years, according to their individual needs.
We work together with children and families through our effective evidence-informed and research-based programs to break the cycle of disadvantage, creating safe, nurturing and stable homes, connected to family and community.
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 arrange 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, lease 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 daanger, 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.
For 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.
For 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.
For 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.
For 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.
