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We back people. Not problems.

Practical recovery support for working-age Australians under financial pressure. We help reduce the immediate pressure, see the full picture, and back you while you work out what's next.

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Human-reviewedSame-day decisionsNo credit checks
Registered Australian Charity

What we do

Stabilise

Short-term, vendor-paid support that gives people room to breathe and think clearly again.

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Navigate

Financial capability support, specialist referrals, and free tools that help people see the full picture and find the right path forward.

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Rebuild

Practical upskilling, mentoring, and structured support to rebuild confidence, capability, and clarity about what comes next.

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Our approach

Building bridges,
not dependencies

Most people don't need saving. They need a bridge, from chaos to clarity, from clarity to capability, from capability to purpose.

Fast relief

Same-day decisions. Your life can't wait for bureaucracy.

Dignity through work

We believe in your capacity to contribute, not just survive.

Investing in potential

You're not a case number. We see the person, not just the problem.

Responsibility matters

When you're back on your feet, you help others. That's what makes this sustainable.

Free tools that do the work for you

No sign-up, no data collected. Built from real casework and Australian law.

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Just lost your job?

90-second triage. We figure out what you need and point you to the right tools, guides, and services.

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Free tool

Hardship Helper

Generate free hardship letters citing the exact laws that protect you.

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Free tool

Job Loss Action Plan

Personalised 21-step checklist with payments, entitlements, and deadlines.

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Free tool

Runway Calculator

How long will your money last? 60-second calculation.

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Built on trust

Practical support designed around how people actually need help.

Private & Secure

Your information stays confidential. We never share your data without your consent.

Human-Reviewed

Every application is reviewed by a real person. No automated rejections.

Fast Response

Same-day decisions. Payments typically within 48 hours of approval.

Philosophy

The highest level of tzedakah is to help a person become self-sufficient — through a gift, a loan, a partnership, or finding them work.

Maimonides — Mishneh Torah

TEKVA is rooted in Jewish values of justice and dignity — and supports all Australians regardless of faith or background.

FAQ

Common questions

Australian residents who are currently employed, between roles, or actively working toward employment, facing temporary financial hardship, and willing to contribute back once they've recovered. We consider each application individually — including gig workers, freelancers, and people navigating seasonal employment gaps.

We aim for same-day decisions. Once approved, essential payments (utilities, rent, medical) are typically processed within 24-48 hours directly to service providers.

It depends on the type of support. Emergency relief payments are grants — no repayment required. Interest-free loans have structured repayment plans, but there's never any interest charged and no debt collectors. Once you're stable, we also invite you to contribute back what you can to help others.

Essential expenses like utilities, rent arrears, medical costs, transport, and professional expenses. Relief payments are made directly to vendors to ensure funds reach their intended purpose.

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Whether you need support or want to partner with us, the next step is simple.

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TEKVA

Fast support and free tools for Australians in financial difficulty.

TEKVA

Fast support and free tools for Australians in financial difficulty.

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Resources

Just lost your job? Start hereDisplacement Field ManualFree hardship letter generatorJob loss action planFinancial runway calculatorFree financial hardship guidesKnow your financial rightsService directory

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Financial counselling at TEKVA is delivered by FCAN-registered Financial Counsellors. Financial capability support is provided by Financial Capability Workers — distinct from financial counselling, with no credit advice or creditor negotiation. We also provide crisis triage, practical support, and referral coordination. We do not provide AFSL-licensed financial product advice, legal advice, or insolvency advice. Where specialist support is needed, we connect people to qualified professionals.

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