Housing & Homelessness
Alcohol & Other drugs
Domestic & Family Violence
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Your generosity creates safer futures
There’s more than one way to change a life. Whether you give money, goods, time, or skills, your support helps women and families in Canberra find safety, stability and the chance to rebuild.
Donate Money
Your gift creates real change
Every donation you make helps women and families escape violence, homelessness and addiction. Whether you choose a one-off gift or monthly support, your generosity brings safety, healing and hope – directly impacting lives in our community. Giving is simple, secure and meaningful.
How your donation helps
Your contribution funds safe housing, counselling and essential services for women rebuilding their lives. Even small donations add up to big changes – helping women find security, access support programs and regain control over their futures.
Your donation will help a woman and her children to have a home, escape domestic violence, reach ongoing sobriety goals, address past trauma and resultant mental health challenges or gain skills to re-enter her community and the workforce. Donations also help us provide women and their children with meals, basic household items like bedding, toiletries and furniture and access to safe transport.
How to give with confidence
At Toora, we understand that deciding to donate is an important choice. That’s why we make the process as simple, safe and flexible as possible. You can choose to give a one-time gift or set up a regular monthly donation that fits your budget and lifestyle. Every donation over $2 is tax-deductible, and we provide a receipt to keep for your records. Our secure online donation system protects your information, giving you peace of mind.
We are committed to transparency and ensure that your generosity goes directly to supporting women and families escaping violence, homelessness and addiction. Your contribution funds vital services that create lasting change. Whether you give $10 or $1,000, your support is valued and powerful. Together, we are building safer futures – thank you for being part of this journey.
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Donate Goods
Help us provide comfort, safety and dignity
Every donated item has the power to make a real difference in the lives of women and families we support. At Toora, we’re deeply grateful for your generosity and we want to make sure it goes exactly where it’s needed most. By following our simple guidelines, you can be confident your contribution will be welcomed, useful and treated with care.
What we can accept
We’re always grateful for donations that are clean, safe and in excellent condition.
Items we can currently accept:
- Toiletries and personal care products – unopened, unexpired and in original packaging
- Small household goods – such as kitchenware, bedding and storage solutions
Things we cannot accept:
- Damaged, broken, or incomplete items
- Stained clothing or worn-out shoes
- Expired food or toiletries
- Large furniture without prior arrangement
By choosing items from this list and following these guidelines, you ensure every donation offers dignity, comfort, and practical help to someone in need.
How to donate
You can drop donations at our main office at the Weston Community Hub, 4 Gritten Street, Weston ACT 2611, between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. For bulky items, large quantities or furniture, please contact us beforehand so we can arrange the best time and place for delivery. This helps us make the most of our limited storage space and ensures your items reach those who need them quickly.
When preparing your donation, please pack items securely and, if possible, label them. This small step speeds up sorting and distribution. If you’re unsure whether an item is suitable, our friendly team can advise before you make the trip, contact our donations team today on (02) 6122 7000. By coordinating your drop-off and following our guidelines, you help us turn generosity into immediate, practical support for women and families in our care.
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Volunteer or Partner
Get involved – share your time and skills
You can make a real difference by sharing your time, skills, or connections. Whether you can give a few hours, run an event or provide specialist expertise, your involvement strengthens support for women and families across Canberra. Let’s explore how we can work together.
Ways to volunteer and partner
There are many practical ways to get involved, matched to your skills, availability and interests. Here are just some of the ways you can get involved with us:
- Skilled volunteering: you can offer your time and talents in areas like mentoring, resume writing or workshop facilitation for our clients.
- Hands-on support: Help us assemble care packs or host a community BBQ.
- Team-building with purpose: Organise a corporate volunteering day that strengthens your team while supporting women in need.
- Board or advisory roles: You can contribute your leadership skills and insight through governance or strategic support.
- Support Parentline: Become a telephone counsellor with the team at Parentline and support parents, guardians and carers in the ACT.
Volunteering with Toora is not only impactful, it’s deeply rewarding, and purpose driven.
We’ll work with you to design a role or project that fits your capacity and our needs, with clear expectations, orientation, and ongoing support.
Ready to get involved?