The Giving Blog

Top 25 Australian Refugee Charities

January 30, 2025 5:04 am

Explore some of the most impactful refugee charities in Australia, working tirelessly to provide support, advocacy, and opportunities for refugees and asylum seekers. If you’re looking to donate or contribute, these organisations offer vital programs addressing legal aid, housing, and community integration.

For individuals and families seeking a structured and long-term way to support refugee and asylum seeker initiatives, establishing a Private Ancillary Fund (currently known as giving funds) can provide a flexible and tax-effective framework for strategic charitable giving in Australia.

Disclaimer

The following list includes various refugee charities and organisations across Australia. While we aim to provide accurate and up-to-date information, details such as services, contact information, and availability may change. Please visit each organisation’s website and/or ACNC website for the latest updates and support options.

National Refugee Charities

  • Refugee Council of AustraliaWebsite | Call: (02) 9211 9333
  • Asylum Seeker Resource CentreWebsite | Call: (03) 9326 6066
  • Australian Refugee Association IncWebsite | Call: (08) 8354 2951
  • Centre for Asylum Seekers, Refugees and DetaineesWebsite | Call: (61) 08 9227 7322
  • Australia for UNHCRWebsite | Call: 1300 361 288
  • Australian Red CrossWebsite | Call: 1800 733 276
  • Settlement Services International LimitedWebsite | Call: 02 8799 6700
  • Australian Migrant Resource Centre IncorporatedWebsite | Call: (08) 8217 9500
  • Australian Refugee Volunteers IncWebsite

Housing & Resettlement

  • Foundation HouseWebsite | Call: (03) 9389 8900
  • Sanctuary Australia Foundation IncWebsite | Call: (02) 6652-2127
  • Brigidine Asylum Seekers and Refugee TrustWebsite | Call: (03) 9696 2107
  • Canberra Refugee SupportWebsite
  • The Northern Beaches Refugee Sanctuary Website

Community Integration & Support

  • Welcome to AustraliaWebsite
  • Asylum Seekers CentreWebsite | Call: (02) 9078 1900
  • Jesuit Refugee ServiceWebsite | Call: (02) 9356 3888
  • Community Refugee Sponsorship AustraliaWebsite | Call: 0493583542
  • Australian Refugee Volunteers IncorporatedWebsite | Call: (02) 8098 7874
  • STARTTS (NSW)Website | Call: (02) 9646 6700
  • Romero Centre Website | Call: (07) 3324 3220
  • Queensland Program of Assistance to Survivors of Torture and Trauma Website | Call: 07 3391 6677
  • Companion House Website | Call: (02) 62514550