The NSW SES Volunteers Association Welfare Fund
Each year the NSW SES Volunteers Association Welfare Fund provides thousands of dollars in Welfare Support to members of the NSW SES.
Some examples of the support we have provided are:
* Line of Duty Death financial assistance
* Essential medical care
* Transportation to essential medical care
* Funeral expenses
* Specialised medical equipment
* Drought support and relief
* Essential educational support
* Retraining and job ready support
Welfare Fund- Quick Facts
* The Welfare Fund provides emergency financial assistance and is limited to payments of $1500 total, per application.
* The Welfare Fund is unable to make cash payments, and invoices will need to be provided for payment. Payments are made by BPay or bank transfers only
* The intent of the Welfare Fund and Committee is not limited to financial assistance, it includes information and access to external support programs
* The recipient needs to apply for support via the Welfare Application, and ensure all information is provided
* The Volunteers Association can provide advice and guidance on support programs through office@nswsesva.org.au or 1300 073 782
* The Welfare Committee calls a meeting when an application is received, you will be advised by phone and email the status of your application
* Payments from the Welfare Fund are not immediate. Additional information may be sought after even if an application is deemed successful. Payments will not be made until all information is received
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Welfare Fund in place of insurance?
A: No. We are an association that assists members in times of hardship. Members are encouraged to seek insurance products that meet their personal needs.
Q: Do I have to be an SES volunteer to benefit?
A: Yes. In order to submit an application to the Welfare Fund, you have to be an active member of an SES Unit. At this time, spontaneous, corporate and community action team volunteers are not eligible.
Q: Is the Welfare Fund a legally recognised organisation?
A: The NSW SES Volunteers Association is a not for profit association
Q:What assistance does the Welfare Fund provide?
A: The Welfare Fund can assist with immediate relief of financial hardship by providing financial support for essential services.
The Welfare Fund will not provide cash payments, and instead make payments on approved expenses on the applicant’s behalf, direct to a supplier. All documentation will need to be provided in order for an application to be considered. Please read the conditions
Q: When someone ceases their volunteering with the NSW SES, can they still remain a member of the Volunteers Association and have access to the Welfare Fund?
A: No. Once a person ceases volunteering with the NSW SES, their ability to access the fund is terminated.
To apply for assistance please download the Welfare Application From and forward it to:
Email Address: welfare@nswsesva.org.au
NSW SESVA Fuel Support Program 2026Further information on the NSW SES Volunteers Support Fuel Support Program can be found here - Fuel Support Program 2026
History of the Welfare Fund
History of the NSW SES VA Welfare Fund can be read Here
Fax: 1300 273 782