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When the headlines fade, you can bring hope to those left behind.

When the 2019 Townsville floods hit, Aboriginal elder Hans lost everything—his home, car, clothes, and irreplaceable family photos. He and his son evacuated with just the clothes on their backs.

“I didn’t know what to do,” Hans said. The physical damage was immense, but the emotional toll ran deeper. As floodwaters receded, Hans began the journey to recovery.

Townsville local and elder, Hans Pearson, at home following the most recent flooding. Photo: Chris Healy

How your gift today makes a difference

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$240

can provide a call to 60 older Australians to check on their wellbeing and start the morning with an act of human connection.

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$500

can cover the cost of ongoing training, professional development and support to a volunteer to visit people in detention and monitor their safety, health and wellbeing.

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$1,000

can help train 7 Australian Red Cross volunteers to support people who have experienced trauma in the community or in the aftermath of a disaster in Australia.

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Australian Red Cross' QLD Emergency Services Carolyne Doherty. Photo: Conor Ashleigh

How your support helps communities recover and rebuild

Your support helps provide emotional care, practical aid, and long-term recovery assistance to disaster-affected communities, ensuring no one is left behind.

Last year alone:

70

emergency events were responded to by our teams.

51,686

people were supported through these emergency events through registration, psychological first aid and referrals to other support services.

1,462

emergency services staff and volunteers were deployed to emergency events all over the country. 

189

of the emergency services team members were deployed interstate, when further support was needed.

Impact numbers from Australian Red Cross July 2023–June 2024

“I really appreciate having the Red Cross being there. When you first walk into any recovery centre, they're such warm-hearted, genuine people. They are there for one purpose and one purpose only, and that is to help you, and they do it so well. And with such compassion and empathy, they understand that even when people are a bit distraught, they understand that you might need some time.”

— Vicki, QLD Floods survivor

About your donation to Red Cross

Yes, donations of gifts over $2 are tax deductible in Australia. If you receive a material benefit for your donation then it is not tax deductible: for example, if you receive points or another material benefit from your credit card provider.

You will receive a receipt in your name.

Your donation will help Red Cross support the most vulnerable people in communities in Australia and across the world. Your gift will go to help wherever the needs are greatest. That could be: 

  • companionship for older people who are isolated and alone 
  • emotional and practical support to someone affected by a disaster 
  • emergency financial aid for a family who fled conflict overseas and is starting over 
  • and so much more.

Every year, in Australia, we help someone every 90 seconds. Here are some of the great things supporters like you made possible in the 2023/2024 financial year:

  • support for 213,000 people before, during and after disasters.
  • 78,401 hours of volunteers connecting with older and vulnerable people through our Telecross and Telechat programs.
  • much-needed support for more than 23,600 people from 129 countries through our migration support programs in Australia.
  • 43 Australian international aid workers were deployed to help in 22 countries.

If you donate a gift to an organisation classified as a ‘deductible gift recipient’ (like Australian Red Cross), you can claim a tax deduction on your tax return for that year for your donation. If you receive a material benefit for your donation then it is not tax deductible: for example, if you receive points or another material benefit from your credit card provider. Donating to a deductible gift recipient will likely reduce your overall taxable income, which in turn may reduce the amount of tax you are required to pay.

You must donate at least $2 and keep proof in the form of a receipt or bank statement. When you donate to Australian Red Cross, we’ll send you a tax receipt. The more you donate, the more you may claim back. Find out more »

Every day, people like you are helping to make a real difference in the lives of those who are vulnerable through our regular giving program.

Our regular givers support our work by automatically donating every four weeks, either by credit card or direct debit. Their ongoing support means we can be there for people facing crisis in Australia and beyond for years to come.

We would love to help you answer any questions. Please call 1800 733 276 or email contactus@redcross.org.au. For security reasons, don't include your credit card details in your email. 

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