Red Shield Appeal

What is the Red Shield Appeal?

The Red Shield Appeal is The Salvation Army's signature fundraising drive which helps fund our vast network of social and community services.

The Red Shield Appeal began in 1965 and is promoted under our most recognisable symbol – the red shield. Each year, The Salvation Army appeals to the Australian community for donations to ensure we can give hope where it is needed most through our social welfare and community service programs.

Vulnerable Australians rely on these programs every day. Our services range from providing shelter for the homeless, assisting families in crisis through practical support and financial counselling, to guiding people with addictions through to a clean, healthy lifestyle.

Red Shield Appeal Doorknock.

The Red Shield Appeal Doorknock is one of the easiest ways to help Australians doing it tough. When you volunteer, you help raise vital funds for the running of The Salvation Army's vast network of social services that assist over one million people around Australia every year.

We can't do what we do without your help.

Please donate and/or volunteer

When is the Red Shield Appeal?

The Red Shield Appeal is run over the months of April, May and June each year with the Red Shield Doorknock taking place on the last weekend in May.

In 2020, the Red Shield Doorknock will take place on 23-24 May.

How can I get involved?

You can set up a fundraiser in your workplace or join the Red Shield Doorknock with your family and friends. 

Where do the funds go?

Red Shield Appeal funds help The Salvation Army deliver the following social services:

• Family welfare assistance
• Refuge for women and children in crisis
• Homeless shelters
• Youth drop-in centres and support programs
• Emergency and disaster relief
• Drug and alcohol rehabilitation
• Disability programs
• Employment services and training programs
• Rural and outback chaplains
• Court and prison chaplains
• Chaplains to emergency service personnel