Australian Red Cross

Life has gotten tougher in Australia this year. People are struggling to get by. It's not just the climate crisis which is causing more disasters; many are finding it harder to afford basics like food and shelter.

All over Australia, our teams support people in communities with the greatest needs. Recently, they've been helping in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia, where bushfires have already hit. Every day, they provide emotional and practical support to those coping with disaster, hardship, isolation and crisis.

It's thanks to dedicated supporters like you that we can be there to help. Thank you again for so generously giving before.

This year, thanks to your support, we have been able to:

18,450 members and volunteers acted for humanity.

1,639 staff who helped and supported people.

423 Australian Red Cross branches and groups led by members inspired social connection in communities.

70 member-run activities took place at 48 locations across Australia.

324,000+ people received support during and after disasters.

33 emergency activations across the country.

4 million+ people accessed information from disaster preparedness campaigns.

53,000+ people trained in first aid.

19,700+ people from 125 countries helped through our migration support programs in Australia.

10,000+ people accessed our new Work Right Hub website.

8,256 people participated in “In Search of Safety” community education sessions.

216,000+ hours of support from volunteers to connect with older and vulnerable people

We are people helping people. But the simple truth is we can't do what we do without supporters like you. You are one of the helpers, too.

Thank you for your support.