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Human services strive to meet human needs and help people find stability. This can provide for necessities such as shelter and food or offering guidance and support to help people become self-sufficient and find happiness in their lives.

Human services focus on prevention as well as remediation of problems.

Human Services to Support
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Support basic and emergency aid organizations

After an emergency event, it is vital to provide support to individuals in the community. Donating to basic and emergency aid organizations means you are helping to fund services such as essential food aid, free goods and gift distribution, opportunity shops, travellers’ assistance and support for victims/survivors of crime.

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Invest in family services programs

Funding family services programs means you are providing support and assistance for families, which can positively affect not only the individual family members but also the community as a whole. These services can include adolescent parenting, child welfare services, day support services, family counselling, family disability resources, in-home aid and personal assistance, parent education, playgroups and single parent support.

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Donate to special population support

Special population support is an essential service that provides programs and assistance such as disability services, homeless services, immigrant services, senior services and women’s services.

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Give to job services

Assist people in finding meaningful employment and upholding their rights by funding supported employment services, unemployment benefits, vocational rehabilitation and workers’ compensation rehabilitation.

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Help fund vital personal services

Personal services assist people with all facets of daily life including adult peer mentoring, cemeteries and burial services, interpretation and translation services, self-advocacy, self-help groups, transition planning and transport assistance.

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Assist in financing shelter and residential care

Support people in finding safe and affordable housing by funding shelter and residential care programs. These can include homeless refuges, housing services, senior living, social housing, supported housing and temporary accommodation.

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Aid youth development programs

Youth development programs provide essential services for young people including civics for youth, community service for youth, guides and Scouting programs, religion for youth, religious youth organisations, youth mentoring and youth organising and services.

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Photo by Nasik Lababan on Unsplash
Develop human services information and management systems

Human services management involves the leadership and administration of various organizations that provide support services for people and communities. Donating to recipients in this space allows more people and talent to enter this field, significantly benefiting the community.

Why it is important to support human services organizations

There are many important reasons to support human services charities, nonprofits and social enterprises. Perhaps the most important reason is that these charities provide vital services to some of the most vulnerable people in our society. They help people who are struggling with homelessness, addiction, mental health issues, and domestic violence, to name just a few areas.

These charities provide a safety net for people who are struggling. They give them a place to go for help and support. They can offer counselling, advice, and a safe place to stay. They can help people to get back on their feet and rebuild their lives.

Human services charities also play an important role in our communities. They can help to reduce crime, and they can help to build stronger and more cohesive communities. They can provide support and advice to families who are struggling, and they can help to connect people with the services they need.

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Friends With Dignity
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Friends With Dignity
Nonprofit
ABN 53608105004
Endorsed DGR Item 1
Friends with Dignity is an Australian based charity assisting adults and children impacted by domestic and family violence through their practical programs.
friendswithdignity.org.au
Australian Red Cross Society
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Australian Red Cross Society
Nonprofit
ABN 50169561394
Endorsed DGR Item 1
Our Vision is “Human dignity, peace, safety and wellbeing for all.” Our purpose: “We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. Our purpose is to reduce suffering across Australia and internationally through mobilising the power of humanity.”The Australian Red Cross is made up of two operating divisions, Lifeblood and HumanitarianServices. Lifeblood plays an important role in the healthcare system by ensuring that patients in Australian hospitals receive lifesaving blood products, delivering worldclass research and provide expertise in diagnostic, transplantation and other clinical services, so helping reduce suffering. Lifeblood spent $703.5m in 2020, with the help of 506,985 volunteer blood donors, we collected and supplied 1.5m blood donations, with supplies remaining in inventory sufficiency bands for 365 days of the year. In 201920, Humanitarian Services spent $301.291m in delivery of humanitarian programs, emergency and disaster response. Most of our disaster and emergency work was carried out supporting people impacted by disasters locally such as those supported by our bushfire appeal and overseas such as the Indonesia Earthquake, Tsunami and the humanitarian challenges in Myanmar and SyriaWe spent $133.591m on our everyday work to address the disadvantaged, with $116.366m spent across Australia and $17.225m overseas. This includes Emergency Relief provided in Australia to people who are not Australian citizens or permanent residents that are impacted by COVID 19 pandemic and may require assistance such as paying utility bills or medical expenses. In addition we supported people in quarantine by providing meals, relief packages and phone calls during COVID 19 pandemic. Our program activities within humanitarian services, which contribute to achieving our purposes, are defined according to our priority areas –Disaster and Emergency services, Locational disadvantage, Social Inclusion, International Aidand Development, International Humanitarian Law, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programsand Migrant Support Services
redcross.org.au
Sunshine Butterflies
2 followers
Sunshine Butterflies
Nonprofit
ABN 46296442336
Endorsed DGR Item 1
Sunshine Butterflies is a disability support service and not-for-profit charity located on the Sunshine Coast. Sunshine Butterflies strives to improve the lives of those with disability and their families.
sunshinebutterflies.com.au
Crowley House Of Hope
Crowley House Of Hope
Nonprofit
EIN 752625043
crowleyhouseofhope.org
Texas Communications Expo
Texas Communications Expo
Nonprofit
EIN 752603383
tcei-expo.com
The Jeffersonian Institute
The Jeffersonian Institute
Nonprofit
EIN 752594871
Shackelford County Community Resource Center
Shackelford County Community Resource Center
Nonprofit
EIN 752541970
resourcecare.org
Frisco Family Services Center
Frisco Family Services Center
Nonprofit
EIN 752530888
friscocenter.org
Communities In Schools Of North Texas
Communities In Schools Of North Texas
Nonprofit
EIN 752496426
cisnt.org
Waxahachie C A R E Services
Waxahachie C A R E Services
Nonprofit
EIN 752490584
waxahachiecare.org
Wheeler Area Activities And Improvement Council
Wheeler Area Activities And Improvement Council
Nonprofit
EIN 752485373
Disability Services Of The Southwest
Disability Services Of The Southwest
Nonprofit
EIN 752483918
dsswtx.org
Frequently asked questions

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Why do human services-focused charities and nonprofits need funds?

Human services-focused charities and nonprofits need funds to help cover the costs of providing services to those in need. This can include things like salaries for staff, costs of running programs, and other general operating expenses. By raising money, these organizations are able to continue their work and make a positive impact in their communities.

Do the Government fund human services programs?

Governments can fund programs and activities associated with human services to some extent. Many of these organizations also rely very heavily on donations to fully fund all the programs they are creating and maintaining to support people in the community. Some organizations are 100% reliant on donations, so helping them whenever possible will allow them to keep funding their vital human services.

How can I help people after an emergency?

Directly after an emergency, people usually need to be provided with the basics. If they have lost possessions, they can be supplied with food, clothing or shelter by human services organizations. This initial response can help alleviate the physical and emotional stress on victims.

After the initial care has been deployed, victims may need access to counselling or mentoring to process the trauma and move forward. Supporting organizations that provide these services is a great way to assist after an emergency.

How do I know my donation is going to help human services?

The best way to ensure that your donation is going to help human services is to do your research. Find out which organizations are reputable and have a proven track record of helping those in need. You can also contact the organization directly and ask about their programs and how they use donations.

How else can I support charities and nonprofits that focus on human services, aside from donations?

There are a few different ways you can support charities and nonprofits that focus on human services. You can volunteer your time to help with their initiatives or campaigns, or fundraise on their behalf. You can also raise awareness for the charity or nonprofit by sharing information about their work with your friends and family.

Human services provide essential support

Donating to charities, nonprofits or social enterprises in the human services space, allows them to continue to provide life-changing programs, support and services to those who need it most within the community.

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