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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.

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Nanango Wesleyan Methodist Church

Nanango WMC has started a community base charity: 1. Community Café Inc.....We prepared free meal every Friday night to help those in need, most disadvantage, homeless and single parents etc.
2. Grace Community Foofhamper....... We prepared a foodhamper with a low cost to help our community with low income, pensioners, unemployment, homeless, and people in needs.

Narang Bir-rong

Narang Bir-rong is a not-for-profit Aboriginal foster care agency located in Sydney's western suburbs. We have three programs including: Leaving care, out of home care & family preservation.

Narellan Community Health Centre - Aboriginal Community Social Work

Community Service works with only Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander families. Vulnerable with complex issues and child protection concerns

National Bushfire Recovery Agency

We are focused on connecting people, communities, primary producers and businesses with the services and assistance they may need to rebuild and recover to support the recovery of all Australians.

National Recovery and Resilience Agency

The National Bushfire Recovery Agency is an Australian government agency established to help those affected by bushfires.

National Recovery and Resilience Agency - Eurobodalla & Bega

The National Recovery and Resilience Agency is an Australian government agency established to help those affected by bushfires.

Batemans Bay NSW 2536

E 3706@test.zeroseven.com.au

W recovery.gov.au/

National Seniors Aust Ltd

Make a difference to the lives of older Australians - through advocacy, campaigns, research, well being support.

National Zakat Foundation

National Zakat Foundation is a ground-breaking initiative which aims to utilise Zakat funds and voluntary donations collected in Australia for the benefit of local, deserving recipients.

NATSIWA (National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Womens Alliance)

We are a national advocacy organisation that supports atsi women and children. We also have charity status that enables us to seek support for women in our community in need of various supports from homelessness to DFSV.

Natte Yallock Primary School

Natte Yallock Primary School is a government primary school in regional in Victoria providing education for rural students.

Naughty Noodle Fun Haus

Naughty Noodle Fun Haus are an LGBTQIA+ arts and culture charity. We are engaging creativity as the change agent for diversity as the norm in our communities and beyond in a creative mission which simultaneously advocates for social innovation and change. Our focus is to promote participation & active engagement of Arts & Culture based activities which strengthen the cultural fabric of our communities, creating safe & inclusive spaces for self-expression which inspire & celebrate unique & diverse imaginings. We are about inclusive community development; contemporary creative economic development and innovation and see these areas as interlinked in a virtuous circle where each impact is nurtured so that it adds value.
We have programs for LGBTQIA+ youth with YAAS! Young, Authentic and Social is a transformative arts and culture program, for YOUNG PEOPLE aged 12-24 living on the Central Coast, with a focus on those with diverse identities and abilities.

Neami Limited - North Brisbane

We provide community-based mental health, homelessness and suicide prevention services that support people to improve their wellbeing, live independently and pursue a fulfilling life.

Neami National - Campbelltown North

Specialist mental health and homelessness service

Campbelltown North NSW 2560

T 0246278444

E 3960@test.zeroseven.com.au

W neaminational.org.au

Neami National - Head to Health Townsville

Our service provides a living room model, providing a comfortable, safe, and compassionate environment for guests along the continuum of mental health need, from those seeking information and referral through to those who are experiencing a mental health crisis. Practice is based on Neami National's Collaborate Recovery Model (CRM) of engagement.

Neami National - Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative Western Sydney

The Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI) is a state wide program that supports people with a severe mental illness to live and recover in the community in the way that they want to. HASI is part of a suite of community-based psychosocial programs for adults called the NSW Mental Health Community Living Programs.

Various locations around Australia

T 02 84161185

E 5269@test.zeroseven.com.au

W neaminational.org.au

Neami National - Kirwan

The Individual Recovery Support Program provides non-clinical psychosocial services to support consumers to transition back into the community upon release from a correctional facility.

The program provides one-on-one ‘wraparound’ support for up to 12 months post-release, including:

Three months of high intensity support where consumers are supported to address their highest priority needs to facilitate integration back into community.
Nine months of lower intensity support which focuses on the achievement of the individual’s medium to longer term recovery goals.

Neami National - Mental Health and Wellbeing Australia

Mental Health organisation providing National Disability Insurance Scheme funded supports to people living with psychosocial disability.

East Victoria Park WA 6101

E 2683@test.zeroseven.com.au

W neaminational.org.au

Neami National - Mid North Coast

Neami National is a community mental health service supporting people to improve their health, live independently and pursue a life based on their own strengths, values and goals.

Our services can help you with:

Reducing psychological distress
Managing stress, anxiety or depression
Improving physical health and wellbeing
Building independence
Developing life skills
Finding accommodation and housing support
Improving personal relationships
Creating social and community connections
Gaining employment, education and vocational training
Meeting financial goals

Neami National - Rockingham

Neami Rockingham provides rehabilitation and recovery support to people experiencing mental illness who require assistance in the areas of skill development and social contact.
Our focus is primarily on individuals who are experiencing isolation in their lives because of a severe and enduring mental illness, who may benefit from social interaction. We offer both group programs and individual support.

Neami National - Sustaining Tenancies in Social Housing - Mascot

The Neami National Sustaining Tenancies in Social Housing SSESNS program launched in February 2021. We provide post-crisis wrap-around case management support to people who are living in Social Housing and are at risk of losing their tenancies. All of our clients have a history of homelessness and are at risk of returning to rough sleeping if they don't receive the support they need. The most common reasons for referral to our service include: mental health, high rental arrears, NCAT strikes, complaints from neighbours, substance use, transfer needs, hoarding and squalor. A large part of our work involves supporting people to feel comfortable and safe in their home, so we are always on the look out for donated household goods and furniture.

Neami National - Sustaining Tenancies in Social Housing - Penrith

Supporting people in Social Housing to sustain their tenancies and prevent homelessness.

Need For Feed Australia Ltd

Established in 2006 in response to the driest period on record and what became known as the Millennium Drought, since then we have provided disaster relief in times of drought, fires and floods, year in, year out, Australia wide. We not only provide fodder, but household hampers, personal care packs, kids toys and pet supplies. And it's not just the larger farms/primary producers we support, we help farming families no matter how big or small.
In our 16th year, we take great pride in being run by 100% volunteers, with a core group on our committee and 200+ volunteers.
Disaster relief provided in last 5yrs:
2018 Drought - 1,300 truckloads of fodder/supplies worth $12M
2019/2020 Black Summer bushfires - 700+ truckloads of fodder/supplies worth $6.5M
2021 NSW North Coast floods - 90 truckloads of fodder/supplies worth $835,000
2022 North Rivers floods - to date 80+ truckloads of fodder/supplies worth $798,000 with this much again being organised for delivery in June 2022.

Beaconsfield Upper VIC 3808

E 5152@test.zeroseven.com.au

W needforfeed.org

Neighbourhood Central

To provide services, information, advocacy and referral to all our communities focusing on the people who are vulnerable, isolated or at risk.

Neighbourhood Centres of Bellingen Shire Inc

Neighbourhood Centres of Bellingen Shire Inc is a locally based NFP organisation of 40+ years standing, located on Gumbaynggirr Country and working across Bellingen Shire. Our work with community is multi-dimensional incorporating individual casework support, practical assistance for people experiencing disadvantage and in crisis as well as group activities with children, youth and their families who are vulnerable, doing it tough and/or at risk; and a community development approach that is collaborative, inclusive, locally informed and community driven. Neighbourhood Centre services in Bellingen, Urunga and Dorrigo provide information and referral to other services and support, free counselling service, crisis financial assistance with electricity and Telstra phone vouchers, and material aid - food, personal hygiene supplies and meals. Donated clothing, blankets and tents when available. Backpack beds for people who are homeless when we can afford to buy them.

Neighbourhood Centres Queensland

As a peak body and member network, we’re here to grow the impact of the neighbourhood and community centre sector. Our vision is to see neighbourhoods transformed into thriving communities that are self-directed, connected and resourceful.

We do this by growing the collective impact of the Neighbourhood and Community Centre sector by increasing resourcing, recognition and relationships at the local, state & national level.

With 130+ members, our network is the largest community-led infrastructure in Queensland. We collaborate with our members, partners and government for community and social resilience.

Woolloongabba QLD 4102

E 4877@test.zeroseven.com.au

W ncq.org.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, lease 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.

 

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.

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