Donations

There are many ways to support Down Syndrome Victoria. The most direct and beneficial in assisting us continue our work is to make a financial contribution with a donation. With only 20% in recurrent government funding, Down Syndrome Victoria is dependent on donations to fund our operations.  Donations over $2 are tax deductible.  
                   

Donate online Thank you for assisting us to continue our work by making a secure online donation

Donation Form

Prefer a hardcopy form?  No problem; please print and complete our donation form - and post the form to:

Down Syndrome Victoria
219 Napier Street
Fitzroy Victoria
Australia 3065

Donate over the phone

Our office staff are always pleased to get phone calls from donors.  We can take your credit card details over the phone - please call us on 03 9486 9600 or 1 300 658 873.

Direct Deposits

You can also make donations by direct deposit (electronically or in person) - please reference DONATION with your deposit. Please note it is very important that with this option that you send a seperate email with the details regarding the donation otherwise we are not able to recognise and receipt the donation as it will come through our bank statement along with all other banking business. 

Banking details for eft transactions:
Westpac Bank
Account Name: Down Syndrome Association of Victoria
Acct: 367208
BSB: 033 048

In Memory or In Celebration

If you would like to make a donation in memory of a loved one or in celebration of a special event, please contact us on 1300 658 873 or email our Fundraising Manager . We can arrange for personalised donation envelopes for funerals or celebration events. For birthday celebrations - please Click Here to make your donation and send a personalised e-card to the birthday girl or boy!

Celebrating a Birthday?  Why not offer the option to your friends and family to give a donation to DSV in lieu of gifts?  We have made it easy - Click Here for all the details and to register your birthday celebration.

Bequests

By leaving a bequest to Down Syndrome Victoria, you will make a lasting gift that will significantly benefit the lives of people with Down syndrome and their families. You will help us be there for families throughout their life journey with information, resources and peer support. Whatever the size of your legacy, with Down Syndrome Victoria, we will ensure it makes a difference in the areas that mean the most for families.

"Down Syndrome Victoria has meant that I know that someone’s got my back. That throughout this lifelong journey there’s someone with resources, advice and support at every stage that is as committed to improving the world for people with Down syndrome as I am.” - Mother of 10 year old with Down syndrome.

On behalf of the families we assist, thank you for considering supporting Down Syndrome Victoria’s work with a gift in your Will. It will ensure we can continue our work to provide the best possible life outcomes for people with Down syndrome. Down Syndrome Victoria receives only 20% in government funding and therefore relies on the generosity and philanthropy of our supporters to fund our work. If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to email our Fundraising Manager – Kimberly Williamson (or phone 1 300 658 873)

Find our more specific information about leaving a bequest here.

ShareGift

It’s easy to donate unwanted shares to Down Syndrome Victoria

Your small share parcels can now be easily sold via an initiative which can benefit Down Syndrome Victoria, at no cost to you and in a tax-effective way - through ShareGift Australia. 

You won’t have to engage a stockbroker, there are no brokerage fees and you can nominate Down Syndrome Victoria to benefit from ShareGift distributions.

Get more information HERE

Download the Donation Form HERE

www.sharegiftaustralia.org.au