How to Donate to The Buttery and Whether Donations Are Tax-Deductible

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The Buttery (buttery.org.au) is a charity, and its own site states that all donations are tax-deductible. You can give through the website, where PayPal is listed as a payment option. Because the organisation depends on community generosity to fund its programs, donations go directly toward its mission of supporting people with mental health issues and alcohol and other drug conditions.

What The Buttery Is

The Buttery has specialised in caring for and supporting people with mental health issues and alcohol and other drug conditions since 1973 — over 50 years of experience. Its programs are described as evidence-based and representing best practice. It operates as a charity, meaning it relies on community generosity rather than solely on government or fee income to fulfil its mission.

Are Donations Tax-Deductible?

Yes, according to the website: all donations are tax-deductible, and every dollar makes a difference. The site states this directly in the context of its fundraising appeal.

A practical note: tax deductibility normally depends on the recipient being a registered deductible gift recipient (DGR) in your jurisdiction, and on you keeping a receipt. The Buttery's site asserts deductibility but does not spell out receipt mechanics, so if you need the deduction, request or retain a receipt for your records.

How to Donate

  1. Go to buttery.org.au.
  2. Locate the donation option — the site's appeal text ("Donate") sits alongside its fundraising message.
  3. Complete the donation using the available payment method. PayPal is listed as a payment platform on the site.
  4. Keep your confirmation or receipt, especially if you intend to claim the deduction.

The site does not publish specific suggested amounts, tiers, or a separate donation portal URL in the material available, so the exact form fields and steps may vary — follow the on-page prompts.

Where Your Money Goes

Donations support The Buttery's life-changing mission across its program areas:

Program area Focus
Drug & Alcohol Services Treatment and support for alcohol and other drug conditions
Mental Health Services Care for people with mental health issues
Family, Carers & Friends Support Support for the people around participants
Youth Programs for young people
Community Participation Community-focused involvement
Redress Support Service Support service for redress

All programs are described as evidence-based and best practice.

Other Ways to Get Involved or Get Help

  • Donate — the primary fundraising route described on the site.
  • Enquire about programs — ring 02 6687 1111 between 9.00am and 4.30pm, or fill in the enquiry form on the website.
  • Read about impact — the site features reflections from CEO Leone Crayden on 50 years of service and from Dan Ward, an employee and former participant in the residential rehabilitation program.

If your goal is to give, the key facts are simple: The Buttery is a charity, donations are stated to be tax-deductible, and PayPal is an available payment option on the website.