How to Make a Donation to Help Fight the Fires in Australia

The catastrophic wildfires in Australia have claimed 28 human lives, destroyed 18 million acres of land and killed nearly half-a-billion animals. First responders and volunteers from all over the world have traveled to Australia to assist. But you don't have to get on a plane to help.


Here are some great organizations that need your donations to help fight the devastation being ravaged by the bushfires. 




12 Organizations Fighting the Fires in Australia


The Australian Red Cross

Donating to The Australian Red Cross helps provide first aid, evacuation hubs, and covers the cost to transport, feed and house the many selfless volunteers. 

Donate to The Australian Red Cross


Food Bank

Food Bank is providing food and water to the firefighters, volunteers, and affected residents of Gippsland communities. Every $1 donated will provide 2 meals. 

Donate to Food Bank


WWF Australia

With nearly 500,000 animals killed by the wildfires, endangered animals like the Koala are under extreme threat. WWF of Australia provides wildlife response, habitat restoration and long term initiatives to preserve wildlife. 

Donate to WWF Australia


New South Wales Rural Fire Service

The demands of the fire go beyond what anyone could've prepared for. Money donated to the fire departments in Australia goes to benefit the volunteer firefighters putting their lives on the line.

Donate to the New South Wales Rural Fire Service here


Givit

From fire support and indigenous support to drought relief, you can make sure those affected get what they need through Givit. Givit matches specific donated goods to people who need it. 

Donate to Givit here


St. Vincent de Paul Society

Provide support to those who have lost their homes in the wildfires. $50 provides food and water to families in need and $150 can help cover bills and unexpected expenses for those victims. 

Make a donation to St. Vincent de Paul Society here


Port Macquarie Koala Hospital

Initially, donations went to help search for and hydrate koalas injured from the wildfires. Since donations have grown so much, the hospital has created a koala breeding program to help repopulate the lost koala population. 

Learn how you can save the koalas with Port Macquarie Koala Hospital here


The Salvation Army 

The Salvation Army's emergency services team is responding to the devastating fires by sending teams to multiple locations in Australia. These teams will help provide meals to evacuees and offer whatever support they can.

Donate to the Salvation Army here


WIRES

The Wildlife Information, Rescue and Education Services, Inc. is Australia's largest wildlife rescue organization that has been caring for Australia's wildlife for over 30 years. With the wildfires ravaging New South Wales - their service is needed more than ever. 

You can donate to WIRES here


Country Fire Association

The Country Fire Association is a volunteer firefighting and emergency services organization that serves the 3.3 million people of Victoria - an area heavily affected by the fires. Your donation will provide critical emergency support. 

Donate to the Country Fire Association here



The South Australian Country Fire Service

The CFS provides community-based fire and emergency services to the population of South Australia. CSF has over 13,500 volunteers who are ready to serve their community with your help!

Donate to the South Australian Country Fire Service here


Samaritan's Purse

For almost 50 years, Samaritan's Purse has been helping victims of war, poverty, and natural disasters all over the world. Your donation will help support the efforts of their dedicated teams in Queensland who are helping families recover valuable items lost in the fire.

Donate to Samaritan's Purse here


The damaging effects of the destructive Australian fires will be felt for years to come. Your donations will help save lives, rebuild homes and preserve wildlife. If you%u2019d like to make a donation to another area of focus, consider one of the organizations we partner with.