National Australia Bank Foundation - Disaster Relief Australia

About DRA
Disaster recovery is rewarding work. Be it flood, bushfire, cyclone or pandemic, Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) is here to help. With our army of dedicated volunteers, we respond to disasters and deliver support to those in need.
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What we do
DRA brings hope to communities devastated by disaster. We unite the skills and experience of military veterans, emergency responders and motivated civilians to deploy Disaster Relief Teams around Australia and the world. We help people during some of their worst days.
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Relief operations
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Volunteers
Volunteers are the cornerstone of Disaster Relief Australia’s operations. With more than 3,000 members nationwide, our veteran-led tribe serves communities before, during and after natural disasters strike to strengthen resilience and deliver much needed relief and recovery services.
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Stories
News and stories are the heartbeat of our mission. Discover the inspiring narratives of our dedicated volunteers and resilient communities we stand by. These stories vividly depict the impact of our work, showcase the power of compassion and unity and remind us that we can make a difference together.
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Deploying with DRA and supporting disaster affected communities is rewarding beyond measure. Through volunteering, corporate partnerships, financial donations or working with us, there are many ways to make a positive contribution and become a force for good.
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Support DRA
There are many ways to make a positive contribution and bring hope to others. As a not-for-profit community cause, Disaster Relief Australia exists through the combined generosity of volunteers, donors, corporate partners and fundraisers.
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NAB Foundation

The NAB Foundation is a registered charity that funds community organisations with a charitable purpose. The NAB Foundation team also provides support to community organisations by drawing on skills, expertise, and resources from across the NAB Group.

NAB Foundation is committed to helping Australia withstand and recover from natural disasters.

On 1 September 2023, NAB Foundation and Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) officially launched their partnership with an overarching goal of enhancing DRA’s spontaneous volunteer capacity to support more communities affected by disaster across Australia.

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