Bring your school, workplace, church, or community group together and help make a real difference in the lives of local families. Running a food or clothing drive is a practical and effective way to support Helping Hands.
Whether you’re planning a one-off collection or a longer-term initiative, our team will support you every step of the way. We can provide portable wheelie bins, steel donation cages, or our iconic blue donation bags to make your campaign simple, organised and impactful.
Run a food or clothing drive
Running a food drive
Our Community Pantries rely on non-perishable food items to keep shelves stocked all year round.
We welcome donations such as:
Canned vegetables, fruit, soups and legumes
Pasta, rice and noodles
Breakfast cereals and oats
Long-life milk
Tea, coffee and sugar
Cooking oil
Pasta sauces and simmer sauces
Tinned tuna and salmon
Baked beans and spaghetti
Peanut butter and spreads
Biscuits and lunchbox snacks
Toiletries and personal care items
All items should be unopened, in date, and in good condition.
Running a clothing drive
Clothing drives help us stock our Op Shops and provide quality clothing to individuals and families experiencing hardship. We ask that all items are clean, in good condition, and suitable for re-wear.
We welcome:
Gently worn, clean clothing for all ages
Jackets and coats
Shoes in good condition
Handbags and accessories
New underwear and socks
From time to time, we run specific campaigns for high-need items (for example, back-to-school snacks, Christmas hampers, or winter essentials).
Keep an eye on our website and social media pages to see what’s most needed right now!
How do I get started?
Fill out the form below to register your drive.
We’ll be in touch to lock in your drive details, timeframe, and any specific requirements to help make it a success.
If needed, we can provide bins or donation bags to make collecting items simple and organised.
When your drive wraps up, you can arrange drop-off directly to us — or we can chat about the possibility of a pick-up.
It’s that simple!
Other ways you can support us
There are many ways you can be part of the Helping Hands community — from donating quality pre-loved items and volunteering your time, to organising a food drive or shopping at one of our Op Shops. Every contribution, big or small, helps us continue providing essential support to people in need.
Here are some of the ways you can support Helping Hands!
Register your food or clothing drive
Please fill out the form below to register your food or clothing drive.
