BE! 'Cause I Care

With 'Cause I Care, you can help us raise money to help people in need.

Choose the fundraising option that best suits you - or go your own way with something new.

Disaster recovery is an important activity that is relied on by people and communities everywhere.  Just imagine what it would be like having your life turned upside down and having to recover from a helpless situation.

Works undertaken in helping people rebuild their lives are involved, multi-faceted, and expensive.

We need people like you who have a heart and conscience, and who are prepared to help others in the community.  Without people like you supporting us, people would be on their own and unable to get their lives back after a disaster.

Where your money goes

By fundraising for Disaster Recovery Army, you can make a meaningful difference to people doing it tough and suffering from the affects of a disaster. Your 'Cause I Care donation will:
  • Contribute to costs associated with recovery works and activities, including equipment and supplies
  • Support our operational costs, including deploying troops to perform recovery work after a disaster
  • Continue to expand a range of programs to support people dealing with disaster

What can you do?

Host

Host an event - maybe a dinner or BBQ

Spread the word

If you've ever gone through a disaster, or know someone who has, or simply want to lessen peoples' pain, spread the word by hosting an event. You'll help raise money that'll straight to people in need, and who are recovering from a disaster.

Challenge

Fundraise to fitness success

Conquer your next fitness goal

Ride 100 km in a weekend, take on an ocean swim – turn your next physical challenge into a fundraiser in support of disaster recovery. You can 'Cause I Care alone or in a group – take on a solo challenge or join forces with your friends, family or work colleagues.

Celebrate

Request donations in place of gifts

Upcoming celebration?

Weddings, birthdays, anniversaries – ask friends and family to donate in lieu of gifts when you sign up to 'Cause I Care. You’ll leave a legacy of supporting vulnerable people dealing with disaster – not a bad way to remember your special day!

Quit

Get sponsored to kick that bad habit.

Ready to quit that vice?

It can take time to break a habit, but with 'Cause I Care, you can take as long as you need. Spend a day, two weeks, a month or more quitting your vice and help raise funds for getting people's lives back following a disaster.

Go your own way

Create a fundraiser that's uniquely you.

Get in touch with us to discuss your idea

Register your 'Cause I Care fundraiser

It's really easy to run your own 'Cause You Care fundraiser. Simply complete the form below and we'll be in touch with you.

Got a question?  Check our fundraising FAQ's

Below are some of the frequently asked questions about our 'Cause You Care program.

How do I get started?
Choose what type of fundraiser you’d like to do, it may be a physical challenge, you may want to quit a bad habit, or maybe you’ve got an idea that’s completely new.  Once you’ve decided, complete the 'Cause I Care registration form and we'll get in contact with you to discuss your plans.
Will I receive support from Disaster Recovery Army?
Once you’re registered you’ll receive a call from someone in our community fundraising team to answer any questions.  You’ll also have access to a great fundraising toolkit to help you get your fundraiser up and running.
How do I collect donations?
The easiest way to collect donations is to ask your supporters to make a secure, online donation through our fundraising page. They’ll receive an instant tax-deductible receipt and you’ll be able to keep track of how much you’ve raised.

If you plan to collect cash, you’ll need an official Authority to Fundraise form and banking information.  Let us know when you register if you're planning to do this.

Can I speak with someone about my fundraising?
Yes. Once we receive your online registration form and contact you, we'll allocate you a contact person from within our fundraising team.
Can I change the date of my fundraiser?

Yes, of course.  Things happen!  Just let us know by advising your allocated fundraising team specialist.

Can I change the type of fundraiser I'm doing?
Yes, if you need to change the type of fundraiser you’re doing one of our fundraising specialists can help you do this.
Can you give me a receipt book?
We do not provide receipt books, but if any of your supporters request a receipt for a cash donation please contact us and request a form to help keep track of the receipts.
Will people receive a receipt for their donation?
Yes, anyone who makes a donation online will automatically receive a tax deductible receipt.  If someone makes a cash donation and asks for a receipt please contact us with their name, donation amount, postal address and email and we will process a receipt and send to them.
How do I donate cash?
The easiest way to bank cash funds is to make an online donation to our fundraising page, but you can also transfer directly to Disaster Recovery Army.  Please contact us for more information.
How do I get prizes for my fundraiser?
We recommend that you contact local businesses with information about what you are doing, why you’re fundraising for Disaster Recovery Army and what they can do to support you.