Support the causes that support you.
As a Defence member, you can make a powerful impact by donating to charities that directly support current and former service personnel and their families. Through Defence's salary packaging program with Smart, you can contribute to one or more of the following registered charities directly from your pre-tax salary.
Charities You Can Support:
Soldier On
Soldier On supports veterans and their families through health and wellbeing services, employment support, education programs, and social connection activities. Their mission is to help those who have served live fulfilling lives.
Legacy Australia
Legacy Australia provides essential support to the families of fallen and injured veterans. From financial assistance to education and personal development, Legacy Australia ensures no Defence family is left behind.
Wounded Heroes
Wounded Heroes offers crisis support to Australian servicemen and women, including emergency financial aid, housing assistance, and mental health support. They are often the first responders when Defence families face hardship.
Bravery Trust
Bravery Trust is a national military charity which provides current and ex-serving members of the Australian Defence Force with a financial safety net in times of hardship, providing financial assistance, financial counselling and financial education.