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Make A Donation

As a not for profit organisation, Doncare receives funding from Manningham City Council and the State and Commonwealth governments to run its major programs. Additionally we receive donations from the general public and various philanthropic trusts and businesses.

What does my Donation or Bequest support?

Donations of money, goods and services to Doncare are used to support programs such as:

If you would like to make a donation, please download the pledge form here and follow the instructions on the form.

Emergency Relief in the form of food and vouchers;

The Back to School program where school supplies are provided to disadvantaged children at the beginning of the year;

The Joining In program where funds are provided to enable children living in unusual disadvantage to participate in activities that are considered normal and accessible for their peer group;

The Pensioner Fund to support pensioners with everyday expenses such as household bills, pharmaceutical expenses, transport costs etc;

The Dorothy Rose Fund aims to improve the quality of life for women recovering from domestic violence through financial and practical support;

Social Support which provides groups and outings to reduce the isolation of elderly citizens;

Family Support Services with a range of services for families experiencing difficulties; and

A low cost Counselling service.

Winter Warmth Campaign will help to subsidise struggling pensioners living in Manningham with their utility bills. A recent article in the Manningham Leader launched the Campaign. Please click here to see the article. THIS PROGRAM IS NOW CLOSED.

OPPORTUNITY SHOPS

Donations of good quality items or factory seconds can be made to our Opportunity Shops. Please contact the North Blackburn shop for the collection of larger items.

The funds raised through the Op Shops fund various Doncare programs. The Brentford Square shop funds the HOPS program. Clients are also referred to the shops for clothing, household goods and furniture.

 

HOW TO MAKE A DONATION

By Credit Card online please click here

By phone: (03) 9841 4215

By mail or visit Doncare at:

8 Montgomery Street

EAST DONCASTER 3109

or by facsimile: 9841 4281

Download Donation form here

Donations $2 and over are tax deductible

Doncare accepts direct debit, VISA, MasterCard, cash and cheques made out to Doncare.