Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pacific Assist founded?
Pacific Assist was originally founded as Furniture for Schools in 2014. In 2017, based on the success of Furniture for Schools and a recognition of a broader range of needs, Pacific Assist was created and Furniture for Schools became a project under the Pacific Assist banner.
What is the relationship between Pacific Assist and Furniture for Schools?
Furniture for Schools was the founding company that gave rise to Pacific Assist. Based on the success of Furniture for Schools and a recognition of a broader range of needs, Pacific Assist was created and Furniture for Schools became a project under the Pacific Assist banner.
What is the relationship between Pacific Assist and Latter-day Saint Charities?
Latter-day Saint Charities is the humanitarian arm of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Their purpose is to relieve suffering, foster self-reliance and provide opportunities for service. Latter-day Saint Charities provides funding for selected Pacific Assist projects.
HOW CAN I DONATE?
Donations to Pacific Assist are tax deductible and can be made by direct deposit or credit card via our online donations page. All donations go directly to project expenses and not to overhead costs.
How can I donate redundant school furniture?
You can arrange for Pacific Assist to collect quality, second-hand school furniture from your school by completing our online furniture donation form. Click Here to Donate School Furniture.
Will Pacific Assist collect redundant school furniture?
Pacific Assist collects redundant school furniture that meets our criteria. To arrange for Pacific Assist to collect quality, second-hand school furniture from your school complete our online furniture donation form. . Click Here to Donate School Furniture.
Who benefits from my donation?
All donations are tax deductible and go directly to funding education, health and well-being, humanitarian aid, and economic development projects assisting disadvantaged communities in Australia, New Zealand, and the islands of the South Pacific. All donations go directly to project expenses, and not to overhead costs. Click Here to Donate
Can I volunteer with Pacific Assist?
Yes. Pacific Assist is a volunteer based organization and there are a range of volunteer opportunities. To volunteer, add your details to our online volunteer register. Once you have registered, we will contact you when opportunities arise. Click Here to Volunteer.
How is Pacific Assist funded?
Pacific Assist is funded by philanthropic grants, sponsors, donations, and our own fundraising efforts. Donations to Pacific Assist are tax deductible and can be made by direct deposit or credit card via our online donations page. All donations go directly to project expenses and not to overhead costs. Click Here to Donate.
How can I recommend of a potential project to Pacific Assist?
To recommend a potential project to Pacific Assist Click Here.
How can I provide feedback or make a complaint
Pacific Assist welcomes feedback, encourages people to raise concerns about performance and behaviour, and wants to know about any misconduct by Pacific Assist representatives, partners, or service providers. To provide feedback or make a complaint Click Here.