Servants Community Care Incorporated

Servants Community Care Incorporated is a nonprofit organization based in Australia, primarily focused on providing relief services to disadvantaged communities.

Overview

Established with the goal of alleviating poverty, disadvantage, social isolation, and helplessness, Servants Community Care has been operating for over 20 years. The organization is centered on Gospel-Centered ministries, offering practical support and services to individuals and families facing hardship in the Blacktown and Parramatta Local Government areas of New South Wales.

Programs and Activities

Refugee and Asylum Seeker Outreach Program

• In 2012, Servants Community Care initiated the Refugee and Asylum Seeker Outreach program. This program provides essential services such as a food bank and emergency relief, family support, and advocacy for refugee and asylum seeker families in Western Sydney, particularly those holding temporary protection and bridging visas.

Community Support Services

• Servants Community Care also offers community support through food hampers and essential household items to refugees and asylum seekers in Western Sydney. Additionally, they operate the Hope Outreach program, targeting individuals experiencing financial hardship by providing food and fostering community connections.

International Initiatives

• Beyond local efforts, Servants Community Care has supported projects abroad. In 2022/23, they assisted in building a chicken farm in Uganda that provides income and employment opportunities for the local community. Plans are underway for supporting the construction of a new well in Uganda during the 2023/24 period.

• In the past, they have also contributed to international causes, such as raising funds for educational facilities in South Africa and donating to the Syria and Turkey earthquake appeal.

Governance and Operations

Servants Community Care Incorporated is classified as a deductible gift recipient organization by the Australian Tax Office, allowing donations over $2 to be tax-deductible. The organization relies heavily on volunteer efforts to carry out its activities.

Summary of Activities

Primarily, Servants Community Care provides food relief to refugee and other disadvantaged families in the Seven Hills/Blacktown area, focusing on building relationships and offering support services to help these communities thrive.

[1] https://servantscare.org [2] https://servantscare.org/about-us-community-care-australia/ [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/efc3f13e-39af-e811-a961-000d3ad24182 [4] https://www.servants.org.au [5] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/efc3f13e-39af-e811-a961-000d3ad24182/documents/4a7f6064-179a-ee11-be37-00224893362a