Caritas Australia

We have been committed to tackling poverty and inequality in Australia and overseas since 1964.

When a crisis hits, we work hand-in-hand with local communities and churches to bring aid and relief to people whose lives have been devastated by natural disaster or conflict.

Today we serve in 18 countries, working through 67 partnerships to bring hope, support and compassion to the world’s most vulnerable people.

As part of our mandate, we also seek to engage all Australians, especially the Catholic community, to advocate and act for equality and justice for all.

By partnering with local communities we support them to build better lives for themselves – improving access to sustainable livelihoods, clean water, sanitation and education.

We have learnt from our work over the years that for those living in poverty, locally-led development programs can create lasting change in communities. That’s why we work with communities at the grassroots to eliminate poverty, by focusing on local strengths to promote positive change.

We advocate for social and ecological justice for those most impacted by inequality. Above all, with shared compassion and hope, we work together towards a just future for all.

To leave an enduring legacy of love, contact our Gifts in Wills Specialist on 1800 024 413 or email [email protected] You can find the wording for your Will at www.caritas.org.au/legacyoflove or download our brochure here.