About GERF.
Since 1978, the Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund (GERF) has funded emergency resources for Gippslanders impacted by natural disaster.
Our region’s landscape is beautiful, but volatile — which is why the dedicated volunteers at GERF manage a (really) rainy day fund, ready for helping neighbours in need.
What does
the GERF do?
When natural disaster strikes, your generous donations are distributed to eligible Gippslanders for emergency resources. From basics like consumables, shelter and clothing, to keeping livestock safe or education resources for kids — your donation is a welcome relief for a Gippslander in crisis.
The GERF is proudly run by volunteers, allowing us to keep expenses low and return every dollar to the community.
How is
the GERF
different?
The GERF is proudly run by volunteers, which allows us to keep expenses low and return all donations to the community — maximising our support to Gippslanders.
We act fast too. From the start of assessment, funds are in the recipient’s bank account as quickly as two days later. Our rapid response means the GERF is capable of supporting Gippslanders who fall through the cracks of other systems, particularly when timing is crucial.
Gippsland
Thanks You
Successfully donated and distributed to Gippslanders in need. Thank you.
Gippslanders we’ve helped with financial support over the years.
GERF has been there for Gippslanders when natural disaster strikes.
Helping
Gippsland
since 1978.
