Fusion Australia is a Christian community-based organisation that began in Australia over 30 years ago. It began as a youth organisation and is now highly regarded as a youth, family, and community organisation.

How is it Organised?

It has over 200 full-time volunteer workers, who are highly regarded by both government and private agencies. There are a number of full time workers who operate out of a number of centres around the country. There are also 125 associate groups with volunteer workers who are linked to these. As well as housing services for homeless people, the organisation provides employment programs, trips, support groups and a host of other programs designed to support young people.

One of the things that has made Fusion so effective has been the partnership developed with other groups in the community as well as the grass roots programs that are run. This means that they work directly in areas where help is needed.

The importance of Volunteers:

Like other similar organisations, Fusion manages to provide effective programs with a minimal budget. This is made possible by the enormous amount of goodwill that is offered through goods and volunteer services.

Fundraising:

There are also a number of fundraising strategies that are most effective. One of these is called Wombat Boutiques. Quality clothing is gathered some from of the wealthier suburbs around town. It is then sold at reasonable prices - not only offering individuals a source of reasonably priced clothing, but also raising money for other programs at the same time.

The type of fundraising activity will vary depending on the area that the organisation is based in. In the long run, the organisation would rather spend their time running programs rather than spending too much time raising funds. Still, when the programs and the fundraising activities work together, it is the best of both worlds.