Giving in an Emergency When disaster strikes or devastation occurs, your financial support to those in need is vitally important. You can help to support your community during an emergency by donating to an Emergency Appeal through our secure online donations service. Donating online ensures 100% of your donation reaches the group of your choice (less normal bank fees). Neither the City of Port Phillip nor Our Community (who administers the Giving Centre) takes no commission or fee for this service.