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Every year, tens of thousands of Australians are left homeless

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We have a range of services to help you - providing support for alcohol and other drugs, family and domestic violence, homelessness, financial assistance and more.

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A gift in your Will can help ensure future generations have access to support, care and opportunities when they need them most.

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Support people in need

Your donation helps provide practical support, from emergency relief and housing assistance to community programs.

Homelessness can affect anyone 

Its impacts are far-reaching and long-lasting. On Census night 2021 (ABS):

39%

were living in severely overcrowded dwellings

20%

were in supported accommodation

6.2%

were living in dwellings, tents, or sleeping rough

58%

were under 36 years of age

News

James Condon: Discovering his Father's heart
2 September 2026

James Condon: Discovering his Father's heart

For retired Salvation Army Commissioner James Condon, coming to understand his earthly father was part of a journey of...
Poverty in Australia Report 2026
1 September 2026

Poverty in Australia Report 2026

Understanding disadvantage, strengthening prevention and building pathways out of poverty....
From grief to a global movement: International Overdose Awareness Day 
31 August 2026

From grief to a global movement: International Overdose Awareness Day 

25 years ago, Salvos worker Sally J. Finn (Finn) had a simple but powerful idea — create a day when people could mourn...

‘Good’ is faith in action

Spreading hope and walking alongside people in their time of need — it's how we believe in good.
A Salvos volunteer and an older gentleman share a park bench, a coffee and chat.