I need money
I need money
We provide financial assistance for people across Brisbane
We can provide emergency payments for food and petrol, as well as no-interest loans for larger items . We can also help you reduce your SPER debt. If you need our help navigating our services, please call us or find your friendly local community centre.
Emergency Relief
Our emergency relief program helps those in need during times of financial hardship. We can provide financial support through food and petrol vouchers, as well as partial bill payments.
Brisbane Inner City and West
For vouchers
In person
By appointment
For bill assistance
In person
By appointment
Brisbane South
From 1 April 2026 there will be changes to the suburbs we support for:
- Emergency Relief Vouchers (shopping vouchers and fuel)
- Food Co-op Access
Please check with staff to confirm if your suburb is still within our area:
Phone: (07) 3277 4893 or email [email protected]
Other Financial Support
SPER Debt Reduction
The Work Development Order (WDO) program offers eligible people the opportunity to reduce or clear SPER debts through voluntary work or education. This program aims to support people to address financial obligations while fostering personal and professional development.
To learn more about this program, call 1300 365 635 or read the Work and Development Order fact sheet on the Queensland Government website.
No Interest Loans Scheme
Loans are approved on an individual basis. The loan amount is dependent on how much is required to purchase a particular item however; there is a maximum loan amount of $2000 per person.
We also offer consumer advocacy, budgeting and purchasing advice.
Applicants need to:
- have a health care card/pension card (or be of low income)
- have proof of current residence
- have a valid quote from one (or more) supplier(s) with an ABN and payment details
- have lived at their current address for 3 months or more
Financial Counsellor
A financial counsellor is available at Acacia Ridge Community Centre every 2 weeks.
Financial counsellors are available by appointment on Mondays and fortnightly on Wednesdays. Bookings are essential.
To book please call 3277 4893 or email us: