After a disaster, Victorians come together to help.
If you’re donating make sure your contribution goes where it is needed most.
You can give your time, money or goods through one of the ways below.
Please don’t drop goods off at relief centres unless they have asked for them. Unrequested donations create extra work for impacted communities and slow down local charities.
Donate money
Scammers often take advantage of disasters. Before donating make sure you know who you are donating to. Choose trusted, well-known organisations and official channels.
2026 Victorian Bushfire Appeal
You can now donate to the 2026 Victorian Bushfire Appeal. Every dollar raised goes directly to people who need help.
Your contribution will support:
- people affected by the bushfires, for immediate relief and long-term recovery
- community projects
- programs to help protect wildlife and restore the environment.
This is administered by independent charity Victorian Emergency Relief and Recovery Foundation.
VFF Disaster Relief Fund
The VFF Disaster Relief Fund helps farmers affected by extreme events. It is managed by the Victorian Farmers Federation. Donations go directly to farmers in crisis and all contributions are tax deductible.
Donate to the VFF Disaster Relief Fund.
Donate goods, equipment and services
GIVIT
You can donate items, money, or your time to bushfire affected communities through GIVIT.
Donate items and services through GIVIT.
On their website, check the What’s Needed list to see what is urgently needed. You can donate physical items, your time and skills or money to buy goods. GIVIT works with charity partners on the ground to make sure these donations reach to the people who need them.
If you can’t see your item or service, you can add it to the Online Warehouse. If someone needs it, GIVIT will connect you with the right charity partner.
If you’re a local charity or frontline organisation that needs goods and services, register at givit.org.au/charity-registration.
Emergency Fodder Support Program
Farmers in fire-affected areas need emergency fodder. To offer your fodder, call the Victorian Farmers Federation on 1300 882 833 or lodge with the Victorian Farmers Federation website.
