Housing & Accommodation Program – Queensland (Immediate Launch)
At eCharity Australia, our mission is to ensure that every Australian has access to safe, secure, and dignified housing. This program is designed to deliver rapid support in Queensland today, while laying the foundation for long-term national expansion.
Why Support This Program
- Thousands of Queenslanders face homelessness or insecure housing, preventing access to health, education, and employment.
- Immediate housing saves lives, restores dignity, and stabilizes families.
- Your donation helps us provide homes, emergency accommodation, and wrap-around support for those in urgent need.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must demonstrate genuine housing need through at least one of the following:
- Homeless or living in unsafe/inadequate housing
- Centrelink or Veterans Affairs statements showing low or no income
- Victims of domestic violence or unsafe living conditions
- Families must provide documentation for dependents (birth certificates or healthcare cards)
Additional Rules:
- Applicants cannot have received housing assistance through this program in the last 3 months
- Priority given to families with children, elderly individuals, or people with disabilities
- Special assessment for applicants with substance abuse issues, housing provided in supervised environments where needed
Rates / Housing Support
- Adults: $100/week (cost equivalent applied per housing unit)
- Children (under 12): $50/week
- Families: Calculated as total of adults + children
- Emergency Accommodation: Short-term units available immediately for high-risk individuals/families (2–4 weeks, extendable)
Special Notes:
- Housing for applicants with substance abuse issues may include supervised or restricted units to ensure safety and success
- All housing includes basic furniture, utilities setup, and resident orientation
Immediate Operational Plan – Year 1 (Queensland)
- Focus Areas: Brisbane, Gold Coast, and regional hubs
- Team Structure:
- 6 Housing Project Managers
- 4 Site Supervisors / Construction Specialists
- 6 Admin & Support Staff
- Total Staff: 16
- Projects Delivered:
- Build or refurbish 50–75 housing units
- Provide emergency accommodation for individuals/families in immediate crisis
- Integrate minimal support services (furniture, utilities, orientation)
- Emergency / Rapid Housing Fund: $2M reserved for urgent needs and unforeseen costs
- Year 1 Budget (Queensland): $15M–$18M (inflated for land, construction, staffing, and contingency)
Implementation Timeline
| Timeline | Action |
|---|---|
| Month 1-6 | Finalize property leases/purchases and hire staff |
| Month 3-6 | Begin refurbishment and setup of emergency accommodation units |
| Month 6-12 | Move first families into housing; implement support services |
| Month 7–12 | Expand to additional units, evaluate program effectiveness, plan next phase |
Donor Contribution Examples
| Contribution | What it Funds |
|---|---|
| $1,000 | Materials for 1 emergency housing unit |
| $10,000 | Partial construction and furnishing of a home |
| $50,000 | Fund 5–6 homes fully equipped |
| $250,000 | Fund a Queensland city housing project team for 1 year |
| $5,000,000 | Fund 50–75 homes and emergency accommodation across Queensland |
Application Process
- Complete online or paper application detailing housing need
- Provide proof of eligibility (documents, statements, or referrals)
- Program team assesses urgency:
- High-risk / emergency → immediate placement
- Moderate-risk → waitlist for transitional housing
- Move into units or partner accommodations while waiting for permanent solutions
Help eCharity Australia provide safe housing for Queenslanders in urgent need. Your support today builds homes, restores dignity, and stabilizes families, forming the foundation for a national integrated charity under one umbrella.
Website Presentation Tip
- Housing & Accommodation Page: “This is what we do for people today — safe homes, emergency shelter, transitional housing.”
- Property & Social Enterprise Page: “This is how we build a sustainable system — housing + jobs + enterprise + community development.”