How it works

A simple process designed around you

From application to support in as little as 24 hours. No bureaucracy, no judgment—just practical help when you need it.

Apply

5 minutes

Tell us about your situation. We ask only what we need to understand how we can help. No lengthy forms, no unnecessary questions.

→Basic personal information
→Current employment status
→Nature of financial challenge
→What support you need

Review

Same day

A real person reviews your application. We look at your situation holistically—not just credit scores or income statements.

→Human-reviewed, never automated rejection
→We consider your full context
→Clarifying questions if needed
→Decision communicated directly

Support

24-48 hours

Approved grants are paid directly to service providers. Rent to landlords, bills to utilities, medical costs to clinics.

→Direct vendor payments
→Up to $2,000 for essentials
→Funds reach intended purpose
→Full transparency on use

Contribute

When you're ready

Once you're back on your feet, you're invited to contribute back. No pressure, no fixed timeline—just when you can.

→Voluntary, not mandatory
→No set amount or deadline
→Helps fund future recipients
→Completes the cycle of support

Eligibility

Who we support

TEKVA is designed for working Australians facing temporary hardship. Here's what we look for:

You may be eligible if:

→You're an Australian resident
→Currently employed or recently unemployed (within 3 months)
→Facing temporary financial hardship
→Willing to contribute back once recovered

Every application is reviewed individually. If you're unsure, apply anyway—we'll work with you.

Ready to apply?

The application takes about 5 minutes. We'll review it the same day.

Start your application