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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
Tully Support Centre Inc.
Social and support services
Tumbarumba Community Church
Provide chaplaincy support and agency referral across the Fire affected regions of the Snowy Valleys Council
Tumbarumba High School
Tumbarumba High School is a NSW public school and has a student population of approximately 190 students and is located in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains. Tumbarumba is a relatively isolated rural high school that services the secondary education needs of Tumbarumba and various outlying communities, including Laurel Hill, Rosewood, Tooma and Humula. The local economy is underpinned by the timber, viticulture, agriculture and tourism industries.
Tumbarumba NSW 2653
Tumut Community Church
Provide help to vulnerable people in our local community including food, transport, and housing.
Tumut NSW 2720
Tumut Regional Family Services Inc
Specialist Homelessness Services (SHS) & DFV, Coo-ee Cottage- Aboriginal Family Safety and Well-being Program, Brighter Futures - Targeted Intervention Program working with vulnerable families.
Tumut NSW 2720
TurningPoint Church - The Basement Food Hub
The Basement Food Hub is a not-for-profit Organization that specializes in providing food hampers, support services, referrals, financial counselling, special family activities and so much more to the people of Lilydale and the surrounding community. We are blessed to be able to give fresh fruit, vegetables, frozen meat and ready made meals, as well as grocery items to those who may be doing it tough.
Twenty10 incorporating GLCS NSW
We are a community based, non profit state wide organisation. We provide support services to people of all ages of diverse genders, sexes and sexualities. Twenty10 is a free and confidential service and includes counselling, case management, drop in program, accomodation and groups and projects. We also provide information, referral and community education for service providers, schools and families/carers.
Twin Rivers Community Centre
Twin Rivers Centre is a community based organisation that helps people within the local area of Eagleby, Beenleigh and Logan primarily. As a centre we have a food co-op where people can buy reduced price groceries. We have a cafe that serves coffee and food. And we have a full administration area. Within these areas our Careers and Families Department manage several traineeships and volunteers. We run SQW courses for the long term unemployed where we have a lot of wrap around support in place to help underprivileged people find work and better support themselves and their family. We are a not for profit organisation whose goal is to bring hope to the community. We also have a church on site which belongs to the Australian Christian Church movement (ACC).
Eagleby QLD 4207
Tyers Lightning Soccer Club
Local community soccer club that is run by volunteers. We support both children and adults to compete in local soccer games. We are often approached by members who are struggling financially or have other issues such as family violence occurring at home.
We provide free meals to members if required and also provide a boot swap for players.
As a community club in a small town we are cut off from town once or twice a year due to floods and regularly have power outages. In these circumstances we open our change rooms for community to use showers and we provide meals.
Tzu Chi Foundation - Melbourne
Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation is known for short as the Tzu Chi Foundation (Tzu Chi). We are an international humanitarian, and non-government organization (NGO) that originated in Taiwan with over 10 million members worldwide throughout 57 countries and operated by a worldwide network of volunteers and employees. We have been awarded special consultative status at the United Nations Economic & Social Council. The Foundation was founded by Master Cheng Yen, a Taiwanese Buddhist nun in 1966 as a Buddhist humanitarian organization and has several sub-organizations, such as the Tzu Chi International Medical Association (TIMA) and the Tzu Chi Collegiate Youth Association. Tzu Chi volunteers are mostly recognizable worldwide by the blue and white uniforms. The foundation's work includes free medical services, disaster relief and environmental work such as recycling of which we have over ten thousand stations worldwide.
Tzu Chi Foundation - Runcorn
Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation is known for short as the Tzu Chi Foundation (Tzu Chi). We are an international humanitarian, and non-government organization (NGO) that originated in Taiwan with over 10 million members worldwide throughout 57 countries and operated by a worldwide network of volunteers and employees. We have been awarded special consultative status at the United Nations Economic & Social Council. The Foundation was founded by Master Cheng Yen, a Taiwanese Buddhist nun in 1966 as a Buddhist humanitarian organization and has several sub-organizations, such as the Tzu Chi International Medical Association (TIMA) and the Tzu Chi Collegiate Youth Association. Tzu Chi volunteers are mostly recognizable worldwide by the blue and white uniforms. The foundation's work includes free medical services, disaster relief and environmental work such as recycling of which we have over ten thousand stations worldwide.
Salisbury QLD 4107
UC High School Kaleen
Youth Support Worker
being able to assist students with there needs in times of crisis, resources, supplies.
UCA - Indooroopilly
Indooroopilly Uniting Church - Supporting asylum seeker and refugees and other needy members of the community
Indooroopilly QLD 4068
UCA - The Wayside Chapel
The Wayside Chapel’s Community Services Centre provides those living on or about the streets of Kings Cross with access to facilities necessary to maintain a basic standard of personal health and hygiene. It also provides information, referrals and advocacy to those needing further support with presenting issues including homelessness, mental health and alcohol and other drugs.
Potts Point NSW 2011
UCA Dayboro Uniting Church
In times of community disasters (fires/floods etc) and personal / family challenges (economic hardship, homelessness, domestic violence, illness, loneliness etc) the Dayboro Uniting Church provides people with emergency relief via food parcels, clothing, emotional support, friendship, and counselling using various fundraising methods such as donations, regular cake/craft/bric-a-brac sales, and concerts.
UCA Wesley Mission - Kangaroo Point Uniting Church
We are a church and we assist the homeless & the needy with whatever items we have at hand. We have recently renovated our kitchen so that we can continue to serve the community with hot meals. We also hand out food parcels on Mondays & Fridays and also provide a hot meal & necessary items (warm clothes/blankets or soap, toothpaste & brush) for people having it rough out on the streets on a Saturday evening.
UCX
UCX Ltd is a not for profit organisation with the goal of creating positive experiences catering to diverse groups, to enrich the overall student experience at UC creating lasting memories through buy in and a sense of community, belonging and loyalty with the greater UC brand.
In 2020 UCX launched the "UCX Food Pantry" project, which was aimed to provide students with essential pantry items. Many students don’t always have access to food. The Food Pantry hopes to give UC students access to free food supplies multiple days a week. The Food Pantry would be open to students for up to 8 hours per week split across 3 days and will stock a variety of food items, most of which will be non-perishable in order to avoid wastage. This project aims to encourage healthy eating, enable and support students struggling financially to continue to eat properly. Since this project has been running for more then a year now. We have developed an understanding of how great this program is for students, the feedback has been incredible and we have begun providing more essential products such as toiletries and some clothing items. This essentials have been requested by students as they can be quite expensive and they struggle to buy them
Givit would assist in sourcing non-perishables and essentials in order to have a constant flow of these products for students.
Bruce ACT 2617
Ukrainian Council of NSW
Since its inception in 1949, the Ukrainian Council of NSW (UCNSW) has had as its mission to be a strong coordinating body representing all Ukrainians in NSW.
Recently our organisation has had to take the lead on assisting the thousands of displaced Ukrainians who have come to Australia as the result of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
We have set up weekly sessions whereby we provide the following to displaced Ukrainians:
* food parcels
* clothing, footwear, kid's toys etc
* English language lessons
* Presentation sessions from Humanitarian Service Provider organisations and other government bodies such as SSI, AMEPS, STARTTS and others
Ulladulla Local Aboriginal Land Council
We are community organisation with over 300 members which manages land claims, provides social housing and promotes and preserves Aboriginal cultural heritage. The ULALC often runs free cultural and health and wellbeing activities for both the Aboriginal and wider communities.
Ulladulla NSW 2539
Umbrellas and Footprints Inc
U&F’s central objective is to alleviate suffering amongst those who, through disadvantage, struggle to fulfil their basic needs. We identify gaps in unmet need amongst those with disadvantage who do not have the resources or means to satisfy their basic needs. We are an all-volunteer run organisation.
Our principle projects include Brollie Brigade mobile showers and Vic Park Heart including our annual Christmas Season Appeal that primarily supports FDV refuges and outreach, homeless & street present people and at-risk youth accommodation.
Under U&F's general mantle, we provide assistance to people struggling to remain independent or who otherwise fall through the gaps of assistance not provided by aged care or NDIS support. We also assist other charitable organisations that lack the means or expertise to apply for grants or devise strategic plans.
We are a part of an expansive community-based network of similar organisations that exchange donations in order to distribute quickly
Various locations around Australia
Unique Support Services
Unique Support carers for people with disabilities providing them with assistance of daily living and housing accommodation.
UniSocial Australia
Community outreach program that has been developed in partnership with the Universal Church the Kingdom of God to support those who are physically, emotionally and spiritually impoverished. Currently open to the community is a weekly Food Bank, Free English classes, Prison support, Blood and Plasma donation drives, Night Angels feed the homeless, Patient care group available for hospital visits, Caleb Group available for visits and companionship to the elderly.
Various locations around Australia
Unison Housing
Our mission
Collaborate to create vibrant, sustainable communities that meet the needs of renters, owners and people who are homeless by developing, managing and providing access to affordable housing.
Who we work with
People who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Unison is one of the largest providers of services for homeless people or those at risk of homelessness in Melbourne’s north and west. We connect people to safe and affordable short, medium or long-term housing combined with support to address any challenges that may have contributed to their fragile housing situation. In addition, we help people re-establish and maintain a secure home.
People on a low income looking for affordable rental
We provide social and affordable long-term rental housing in Victoria for people on a low income - employed or on Centrelink benefits. The properties range from rooming houses, apartments, units and houses. Our homes offer tenure security and cater
United Minds Community Services
We understand that funding the financial gap between the Medicare rebate and Psychology fees can be a challenge and for some, it is impossible. Sadly, many people miss out on much needed psychological support because they simply cannot afford it. Unfortunately, the low increases we have seen with the Medicare rebates over the last decade have meant bulk billing is now financially unsustainable for businesses. To help bridge this gap, we have introduced Community Funded Sessions (CFS). To enable CFS for the Community we seek funding through grants & fundraising. All funds raised through these efforts allow us to fund most of the cost for psychological sessions on behalf of people who cannot afford it or who, due to their circumstances, would struggle to access our service without the support from a CFS place. There is a small co-payment fee of $20.
Uniting - ACT
At Uniting, we believe in taking real steps to make the world a better place. We work to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Our services are in the areas of aged care and disability, community services, and chaplaincy and we get involved in social justice and advocacy issues that impact the people we serve.
As an organisation we celebrate our diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, intersex variation or gender identity.
Canberra ACT 2601
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.