Viva A Vida Foundation

Viva A Vida Foundation

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Community developmentGender equalityRefugees & MigrationPoverty & HungerTax-deductible donations
CharityFounded 2013National reach
Profile last updated: July 11, 2026

About

Founded in 2013, Viva A Vida Foundation is a charity based in Melbourne, Australia working on community development, gender equality, refugees & migration +6 more.

Viva A Vida Foundation is a non-profit charity and Public Benevolent Institution based in Melbourne, Australia, founded in 2013 by members of the Brazilian community. It provides family and domestic violence support, migrant and international student assistance, seniors and disability support, mental health and wellbeing services, and food and emergency relief. Its services are open to people from all backgrounds across Australia, with a particular focus on Victoria and Queensland.

Location

Melbourne, Australia

Founded

2013

Organisation type

Charity

Focus areas

domestic violencefamily violencemigrantsinternational studentsseniorsdisabilityfood reliefBrazilian communityMelbourneVictoria

Languages

ENPT

Causes & programmes

Causes

Community developmentGender equalityRefugees & MigrationPoverty & HungerMental healthDisabilityElderly careEducationHumanitarian aid & Disaster relief

Works for

Women & GirlsVictims of violenceChildrenFamiliesRefugees & MigrantsStudentsElderly peoplePeople with disabilitiesPeople in povertyCommunities

How they work

Direct servicesCommunity programmesVolunteer programmes

Programmes

Family & Domestic Violence

Gender equality · Australia

Provides safety, support and referral pathways, including legal and psychological support, for individuals experiencing family and domestic violence.

Student & Migrant Support

Refugees & Migration · Australia

Guides migrants and international students to settle, connect and thrive in Australia.

Seniors Support

Elderly care · Australia

Helps elders stay active, connected and supported in their community.

Disability Inclusion & Advocacy

Disability · Australia

Supports people with disability through access, inclusion and independent living support.

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Mental health · Australia

Supports emotional wellbeing through connection, care and pathways to recovery.

Community Support & Emergency Relief

Poverty & Hunger · Australia

Provides food relief, clothing assistance and practical support to individuals and families in crisis, including monthly food collections.

Countries of operation

Australia

Funding & support

Funded by

Individual donationsCorporate partnerships

Ways to support

DonateVolunteerMembershipCorporate partnershipFundraise

Trust

Tax-deductible donations

Credentials & affiliations

Partnerships

St Peter and Paul

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