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.
Learn moreDisaster 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.
Learn moreVolunteers 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.
Learn moreNews 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.
Learn moreDeploying 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.
Find out moreThere 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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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.
NAB Foundation, which enables NAB Ready Together, is committed to helping Australia withstand and recover from natural disasters. NAB Ready Together has identified the best way to support communities through natural disasters is by funding efforts to make Australia more ready, going above and beyond for customers when disasters hit and mobilising NAB’s people and communities to help recovery efforts. With the effects of climate change, NAB’s customers need help in the face of increasing natural disasters. NAB Foundation are investing in making sure they have it.
Our partnership includes engaging NAB colleagues through volunteering, campaign activation and giving opportunities. It is also focussed on building NAB’s knowledge of the disaster recovery sector to inform their work and contribute to their leadership position in the sector.
To date:
• NAB skilled volunteers have commenced working with DRA to develop a three-year growth strategy for DRA
• more than 100 NAB colleagues out supporting various disaster recovery operations in 2022/2023
• supported the Flood Appeal both internally and externally, to raise more than $8,000 for DRA operations in flood affected communities across both NSW and Victoria.
DRA has deployed 3 Strike Teams along with an Incident Management Team to assist with local recovery efforts in Tathra, New South Wales. Learn More
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