Help us make a difference - volunteer your time or make a donation.
The Outpost is powered by the dedication of volunteers.
We welcome new volunteers to join our community - every hour given, meal served, and smile shared makes a real impact.
Ways to help through volunteering include:
Help prepare nutritious, hot meals for our guests.
Serve meals and drinks, offering comfort and nourishment.
Prepare food packs for guests to take home.
Organise and distribute clothing and donations.
Help maintain a warm, supportive environment.
Volunteer applications are facilitated through Volunteering Geelong.
Help us make a difference with a financial donation.
Your financial support plays a critical role in sustaining The Outpost. Every dollar helps keep our doors open, provide nourishing meals, and ensure a warm, well maintained, safe space. Your generosity enables us to meet the immediate needs of our community and plan for the future.
Consider making a one-time donation, setting up a recurring contribution, or leaving a lasting legacy by including The Outpost in your Will.
Physical donations are vital in supporting our community.
We rely on the generosity of individuals and organisations to provide essential items such as non-perishable food, warm clothing, toiletries, and blankets. These items offer comfort and dignity to those in need.
Your kindness helps ensure that our guests have access to the basic necessities that many of us take for granted. Every contribution makes a significant difference.
Donate in-person at at 42 Little Ryrie Street, Geelong.
We gratefully accept the following items, plus more:
Toiletries: Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash or Soap, Deodorant, Aftershave/Perfume, Razors, Shaving Cream, Mosquito Repellent, Sunscreen, and Toiletry Bags.
Men’s and Women’s Clothing: Jackets, Jumpers, Pants, Jeans, Beanies, Scarves, Gloves, NEW Underwear and Socks.
Essential Items: Sleeping bags, swags (doonas and pillows NOT accepted), Heat Packs, Sanitary Items, Phone Chargers, Reusable Water Bottles, Backpacks, Duffle Bags, and Supermarket Bags.
Entertainment: DVD’s, Books and Puzzles.
Food: Non-perishables, sweets, chips, noodles, biscuits, etc.
We acknowledge the significant contribution of Jean Young. A founding member, who volunteered since our inception, through to just months prior her passing. Jean was always thinking of others. She will always be cherished as a beacon of kindness in our community.
Become an Outpost corporate partner.
We invite businesses and organisations to join us in making a tangible difference by contributing to the essential services we provide.
Whether through financial donations, volunteer support, or innovative ideas for new projects, there are many ways to get involved and make an impact. Your partnership helps extend our reach and strengthen our ability to serve those in need.
Opportunities for businesses to contribute include:
• Team building through meal preparation in our commercial kitchen.
• Providing educational placements for tertiary students.
• Running clothing drives and donating essential items.
The Outpost gratefully acknowledges the generous support of many different people and organisation around the Geelong and Bellarine regions, from trusts and foundations, suppliers, businesses, community groups, to individuals and families.
Primary Supporters Include:
Secondary grant and ongoing funding supporters include:
Partnerships with businesses and organisations who share our values are an important source of donations, fundraising revenue and volunteer workforce:
We would also especially like to thank the following organisations who support our delivery:
And participating school and educational organisations:
