Giving
Donations
Donate to our community work
We're thankful for the generosity of those who partner with us to provide much-needed funds and practical assistance to children, families and individuals around the country. Because of you, we're able to make a difference. Together, we can leave no one in need.
Our community services work relies on the generosity of the community. This includes helping people facing financial difficulties and supporting families during a time of need.
Thank you for giving to support the community service work of Greater West (GWS) Salvos.
Make an online, tax-deductible donation.
Material goods and food donations
If you’d like to donate clothing or household items, please contact one of the local Salvos Stores directly. Your contributions help support vital community programs across the region.
Food for our Life Essentials Store
We’re always looking to partner with local businesses to help stock our Life Essentials Store.
If you’d like to enquire about large donations of food or non-perishable items, please email us.
Volunteering
Visit one of our centres to speak to a member of the team or email us for more information.
Volunteer opportunities
Shop Assistant
Help support our Life Essential store by filling shelves and supporting customers as they shop.
Cashier
Volunteer on our Life Essentials Store register. This would require computer literacy as well as confidence in money handling. This requires a valid Police Check.
Drivers
We need help collecting deliveries that enable our shop to function. We need capable drivers to pick up donated goods. This requires a valid Police Check and Drivers Licence
Receptionist
We need cheerful and friendly faces to welcome community members and direct them to appropriate services. This role requires a valid Police Check.
Doorways Volunteer
This involves the distribution of emergency relief vouchers. This role requires a high level of interpersonal skills as well as computer literacy. This requires a valid Police Check and WWCC.
Volunteer in 5 simple steps
1) Complete the forms – We’ll collect the necessary information and forms to ensure you’re fully protected while volunteering with us.
2) Join us for an interview – Meet our team and explore the best volunteer role for you. Please share what motivates you to volunteer. We value every expression of interest, though not all applicants can be accommodated.
3) Undertake checks – Depending on your role, you may need to provide a Working With Children Check (WWCC), Police Check, and referee details.
4) Complete training – Once registered, you’ll receive an email with login details to complete a few short online training modules.
5) Start your journey – You’re all set to make a difference in our community. Welcome to the team!
Support the Red Shield appeal
We’re proud to serve the Penrith Local Government Area and the 2770 postcodes, providing vital support across our three sites, including:
- Meals
- Financial counselling
- Community groups
- Affordable groceries and household aid
- Drug and alcohol support
- Case management
Your generosity helps ensure that when people turn to the Salvos, we can be there — offering hope, care and practical assistance to those experiencing homelessness, hardship and injustice.
We’d love to visit your school, workplace or community group to share stories of our local impact and explore how we can work together for this year’s appeal.
Get your community involved
Schools
Red Day – Encourage students to wear red and bring a gold coin donation.
BBQ Fundraiser – Host a special school BBQ to raise funds.
Walkathon – Challenge students to reach step goals and collect sponsorships.
Fancy Shoe Friday – Let students wear their favourite shoes for a donation.
Workplaces
Red Day – Pick a day in May for your team to wear red and give to the appeal.
Donation Collection – Set up a collection bucket in your workplace.
Fundraising Event – Host a morning tea, trivia night or casual Friday fundraiser.
Volunteer Together – Join us as a team to help at collection points or Bunnings BBQs.
Community groups and sports clubs
Fitness Challenge – Raise funds as you reach your fitness milestones.
Group Volunteering – Help out at one of our local collection sites.
Community Event – Organise a social or club event to raise donations.
Weekend BBQ – Host a game-day BBQ and donate the proceeds.