Welcome to Rotary Donations In Kind

Rotary Donations In Kind is a major recycling operation, run by volunteers, that gives suitable goods to people in need, for free.

The West Footscray Store is part of the National Rotary Donations In Kind Store network, which is Rotary Australia’s largest ongoing project and the West Footscray Store is the largest in Victoria.

A Donations In Kind (DIK) project is often the most practical and cost effective way to help people in developing countries and it also provides excellent opportunities to help local communities.

It provides Rotarians, the Public and Corporate Sector with the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people who need our help.

It provides Rotarians with opportunities to use all of their resources; their intellect, skills and contacts, their labour and their ability to raise funds.

There is an opportunity for everyone no matter where they are located or the time available, to get involved and make a difference.

History

DIK’s roots go back 50 years, when Australian Rotarians began hands-on projects overseas and it became obvious that surplus material in Australia would be very valuable. It is part of Rotary Australia World Community Service (RAWCS) a group that assists with practical projects in developing countries. Click here for more information on RAWCS and DIK nationally

West Footscray Shipping Activity

Material Required

While the major focus is on Education, Health, Supporting Communities and Business Development, there is also a great need to help the underprivileged so common in developing countries. Because the people involved fully research the projects they understand exactly what is required and have the experience and imagination to adapt. Most people have useful material in their homes or business – refer Material section.

Recycling

Donations In Kind is one of the most cost effective recycling operations in the Australia. It is run by volunteers and the operation is funded by Rotary. There is an opportunity for everyone who cares about our future to work with enthusiastic people who make real difference. – refer Recycling section.

Volunteering Opportunities

Everyone Rotarians and members of the public can get involved - in your home, with your Rotary Club, in your community or working in the store. – refer Volunteering section.

Corporate Support

Being seen as good Corporate Citizens is vital to modern organizations and the responsible disposal of surplus material is an important factor. Increasingly organizations are choosing Rotary Donations In Kind as the safest and best option for the reusable goods they no longer require. Because Rotary operates in 214 countries and distributes the goods regardless of race, religion or politics, there can be no claims of bias. Rotary fully funds the operation and people in genuine need receive the goods for free. Donated goods are not sold to fund the operation. Donations In Kind will fully comply with any restrictions on where and how goods can be used. They won’t end up on a market stall locally or overseas.

Anonymity or Promotion:  If requested we guarantee anonymity. Alternatively we can provide promotional material for your internal use, promotion in Rotary Media, a media package for your use and where possible promotion in the media.

Tax and other benefits as a business based organization we understand corporate issues and requirements. Click here for more information

Rotary Club Involvement

Given the range of options there is something to suit every Member and Club.  – refer Rotary section.

Projects

There are projects available to suit Clubs resources, Skills and Contacts, labour and fundraising.    There are projects to individuals interests and resources – refer Projects section.

East Timor

Because of their location and the interests of the local Rotary Clubs some Donations In Kind Stores regularly ship to particular countries. The West Footscray makes regular shipments and helps Interstate Rotary Clubs and supporter groups to ship goods to East Timor – refer East Timor section.