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How you can help

Get involved and help change the lives of homeless and at-risk young people

Our supporters are the lifeblood of Kids Under Cover. Without their generosity and goodwill, we could not change the lives of so many homeless and at-risk young people.

Unfortunately, the need for our services is growing; two in every three young people who need support are turned away, as are almost 80% of families.1

There are many ways to get involved and help at-risk young people and their families and below are just a handful of suggestions

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Make a donation

Any donation, no matter what size, will make a difference to the lives of young people in need. Donations can easily be made online or you can post a cheque/money order to Kids Under Cover, PO Box 3038, Richmond VIC 3121. All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible. 

Donate your car

A fast and easy way to make a significant contribution. Simply donate your unwanted vehicles to Kids Under Cover through our Donate Your Car program and all proceeds from its sale will go towards our programs. Its simple and easy, we'll take care of everything including pick-up. For more information please click here. 

Sign up for Workplace Giving at your workplace

A small, regular pre-tax donation from your pay is easy to set up, aids a good cause and can give you tax benefits. Speak to your payroll department at work to see if this is an option for you. 

Get your company involved through Corporate Volunteering

Be part of a unique team-building exercise with your colleagues. Fundraise and build a Kids Under Cover studio to house young people in need. 

Donate your time through volunteering

Volunteering is a fun way to make a difference and meet new people. You can donate your skills-services or help out at one of our events. 

Hold your own event

This is an essential part of our fundraising activities. There are many different - and fun - events you can hold. Or how about selling raffle tickets at one of our annual events?  

Leave a bequest in your will

Leaving a bequest, whether large or small, ensures you can continue to make a diffference beyond your lifetime. 

Gifts

We welcome businesses to donate any items of value which could be used to raise funds at our events. 

Associations, clubs and special events

Do you know of a club/association who could nominate us as its fundraising beneficiary? If so, we can provide prizes and guest speakers to help make it a memorable.

 

For more information on how to get involved, please call our fundraising team on 1800 801 633

 

1. Homelessness Australia, Homelessness in Australia 2009 (using ABS 2006 Census data)