Need Help with Rent or Groceries? Get Financial Emergency Help

The rising cost of living is impacting households across the country, with many seeking financial emergency help for rent, food, utilities, transportation and other critical expenses.

Every day, many Australians are forced to make the difficult choice between paying rent and having running water, or buying food for the family and keeping the lights on. These sacrifices are more common than you’d think — 75% of Australians are not equipped to pay for unexpected costs.

For many, affording monthly expenses is a constant challenge. If you need help or want to help a loved one, you can start a fundraiser.

Get or provide assistance with paying bills – help is only a click away

Since March 2020, donor support on the GoFundMe platform has increased 300% for fundraisers related to rent, food and bills

More resources for financial emergency help

The cost of living crisis has put financial pressure on most Australians, with many seeking financial emergency help for the first time. It may be daunting to get across all the information and processes to secure financial assistance, so a quick and easy way to start is by launching a fundraiser for friends and family to offer support.

The types of financial emergency help available may vary from person to person, so it’s important to identify your specific situation and focus your efforts on the options best suitable for you. For example, a single parent will have different needs compared to a couple of pensioners trying to pay their rent.

Read more about getting help with your rent here or check out these resources for single parents in Australia looking for financial help.