INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

Refuge Victoria is an independent not-for-profit organisation funded by the Victorian Government to provide refuge accommodation and support to those escaping family violence

DV Safe Phone collect, repurpose and gift mobile phones to victims of domestic violence (DV). These 'Safe Phones' provide a lifeline to call for help when it is needed most.   

Fitted for Work is a not-for-profit dedicated to helping women experiencing disadvantage to regain their confidence and secure and maintain employment.

CLOTHING DRIVE

• Items should be fashionable, almost new and of good quality. This makes the clients look good and feel good.
• Clothes should be freshly cleaned and ironed as many clients go straight to interviews or work from the office.
• Please ensure zips are working, buttons are intact, and there are no rips or holes. 
• Shoes/handbags should be almost as new, polished and odour-free. 

Business suits • Jackets • Pants • Skirts • Shirts • Tops • Shoes • Handbags • Scarves • Coats • Jewellery • Stockings • Leggings • Makeup • Skincare • Deodorants • Hand creams • Sanitary items • Brushes and applicators • Shampoo and conditioner • Hair styling items • Nail polish

OLD PHONE DRIVE

• DV Safe Phones accept any phones, however, it is preferable they can! turn on and are reset before donation. 
• Smashed screens etc. are not a problem as they can repair these.
• DV Safe Phones will ensure your phone has been erased.

• Take out SIM cards 
• Take out SD cards
• Reset phone to factory settings

DONATING OTHER GOODS

• New linen for single and double beds (single and double bed sheet sets, quilt covers, quilts, pillows, pillowcases, bath towels and face washers).
• Non-perishable food items.
• Gift cards to purchase food, petrol, toys or games.
• Near new household items – dinner sets, cutlery, glasses, cups, mugs, utensils, saucepans and bakeware.
• Gifts for special occasions like Easter, Mother’s Day and Christmas.