Get help
Call us Monday to Friday, 9am–4pm.
A safe and welcoming space for all
If you are experiencing financial hardship or are facing a crisis, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Depending on your situation, and what we have available, we may be able to provide you with vouchers for food, clothing or electricity. We can also help with referrals to other support services such as addiction rehabilitation centres.
Financial support
For all-year financial support, call us and a team member will have a compassionate conversation with you to understand your needs and let you know what help is available.
When you phone us, you may be told you're eligible for a voucher and directed to visit us for collection at:
Lismore Salvos
30 Cambridge Dr, Goonellabah
Tuesday and Thursday, 9.30–11.30am
Ballina Salvos
73 Tamar Street, Ballina
Wednesday, 10am–12.30pm
Salvos Connect
Tuesday and Thursday, 9.30–11.30am
Lismore Campus: 30 Cambridge Drive, Goonellabah
Wednesday, 9.30–12.30pm
Ballina Campus: 73 Tamar St, Ballina
Our Salvos Connect office is a safe and welcoming space for the community. When you drop in, you’ll be greeted with a friendly smile and a warm drink. Our team will be there to walk alongside you, offering support through whatever you may be facing.
Hope food pantry
Tuesday and Thursday, 9.30–11.30am
Lismore Salvos: 30 Cambridge Drive, Goonellabah
Our community food pantry is here to lend a hand. Each week we offer a mix of free and low-cost items, with stock changing depending on what’s available from our Foodbank partners. While you’re here, enjoy a free cup of tea or coffee and a friendly chat.
Low-cost items can be bought with cash or EFTPOS.
If you’re in urgent need, emergency aid is available on a case-by-case basis. Come by — we’re here to help with life’s everyday essentials.
Community BBQ and barista coffee
Wednesday, 10am–12.30pm
Ballina Campus: 73 Tamar Street, Ballina
All welcome to attend, come along, connect with community, explore faith and life conversations over a free BBQ and coffee.