The Emergency Hardship Program is strictly limited to extreme situations and each application will be assessed on the information provided. Please The Emergency Hardship Program is strictly limited to extreme situations and each application will be assessed on the information provided.  Please include as much information as possible in your application. put as much information as possible in your application.

Up to $1,500 per Member per year is available to provide:

• Access to clean water and functioning sewerage.
• Access to electricity.
• Air-conditioning / heating to the home of an AM-YAC Member (please note, if applying non-portable air-conditioning or heating, renters need to provide landlord’s permission for installation). 
• Essential whitegoods and furniture, i.e. beds, fridge, washing machine, dryer, lounge suite.
• Any other purpose that constitutes relief of extreme poverty including homelessness or detrimental living conditions. 

Members are not able to apply for an item they have received within the previous 5 years.

Applications need to include the following:

• A completed application form. 
• A quote or invoice for the item(s) requested. 
• Any payment plans or agreements where the Member agrees not to let their debt get this high again, i.e. in the case of high electricity or water.  

See Emergency Hardship Frequently Asked Questions

To apply, submit the form.

You will receive a confirmation email when your application has been received.

Online Application Form