Working to support people through crisis
We bring the community together to connect individuals with the support they need.
ABOUT US
We are a not-for-profit charitable organisation, serving the local community since 1972.
Our services include:
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Emergency Relief
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Information and Referral
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Financial Counselling
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Tax Help
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Legal Advice
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Education Assistance
and more.
DVCS services are Free, Confidential, Impartial and Independent.
We assist over 9,000 people experiencing hardship each year, and we are supported by more than 100 volunteers.
Exciting News!
We’re thrilled to announce our new outreach program at the Hurstbridge Hub, offering emergency relief services to those in need who can not come to our Greensborough office.
Our upcoming dates are:
**Tuesday, 29th October**
**Tuesday, 26th November**
If you're facing hardship and live in the Nillumbik or Banyule North East areas, we’re here to help. Please remember that **bookings are essential**. To secure your spot, call the DVCS office or complete an intake form.
Our 2023 impact
Social Enterprises
Kingsbury Drive Community Market
Hurstbridge Market (Closed during winter)
DVCS Markets:
DVCS Op Shops:
Volunteer with us
Join our friendly volunteer team!
We have a number of other volunteering positions available at our agency, including:
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Op Shop Volunteer
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Community Support Worker
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Administrative Support
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Data entry, statistics, pamphlets
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Committee of Management
To find out more about all our volunteering opportunities, visit our DVCS Volunteers Hub:
