Please donate to provide life saving defibrillators to every Anglican Church in Tasmania
The ADT is making it easy for every Anglican Church in Tasmania to have an AED for the safety of their churchgoers, visitors and community.

An Automated External Defibrillator is used to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It is a sophisticated, portable, easy to use medical device that can analyse the heart’s rhythm and, if necessary, deliver an electronic shock, or defibrillation, to help the heart re-establish an effective heart rhythm. It can make all the difference to someone experiencing sudden cardiac arrest.
Every donation will make a difference, find your parish below!
“The Community Heart Program is a great way to work together as a community to put AEDs in every Anglican Church for the safety and wellbeing of all Tasmanians.”
The Rt Revd Dr Richard Condie, Bishop of Tasmania
Sudden Cardiac Arrest is a major cause of death in Australia and New Zealand
Each AED package will include:
- 1 x HeartSine samaritan 500P AED with CPR advisor
- 1 x CardiAct basic Prep kit
- 1 x CardiAct outdoor alarm cabinet
- 1 x AED Poly Wall sign 225 x 300mm
- Online Training

Support
Please contact the team at the Anglican Diocese of Tasmania with any questions regarding the Community Heart Program at registrar@anglicantas.org.au

Parish Resources
Our partner organisation is here to support you and have put together the following toolkit.

Frequently asked questions
Why do churches need AEDs?
An AED increases the chances of surviving a cardiac arrest. The goal of this program is that all people who spend time in our churches will have access to these potentially lifesaving devices.
How many AEDs are you aiming to purchase?
We would love to see an AED in every Anglican Church in Tasmania, because you never know when or where you will need one.
How much does an AED cost?
Each AED package will include:
- 1x HeartSine Samaritan 360P AED
- 1x AED Preparation Kit
- 1x Portable hard carry case
- 15 x online AED e-learning courses.
and costs $2,150.
How many AED’s should my parish aim to raise?
We’d love to see an AED available in every parish in Australia. This is because you just never know where or when an AED may be needed. Please select the number of AEDs you would like to set as a target for your parish taking into consideration the number of properties you have within a parish.
Can my club purchase an AED package without fundraising?
Yes, if your club wishes to purchase an AED package without fundraising please contact the team at the Anglican Diocese of Tasmania at registrar@anglicantas.org.au
Who should I contact if I have a general question about the Community Heart Program?
Please contact the team at the Anglican Diocese of Tasmania with any questions regarding the Community Heart Program at registrar@anglicantas.org.au
Is the online fundraising platform safe?
Yes, the online fundraising platform is 100% safe to use. Our online fundraising partner, Blackbaud Peer to Peer powered by JustGiving was carefully selected due to its long history of supporting the not for profit sector around the world and its strict compliance guidelines adherence.
Will my donation be tax deductible?
Yes, your donation will be tax deductible and you will receive a tax receipt after completing your donation. Anglican Health and Welfare Ltd is a registered charity with deductible gift recipient status with the ATO
What is an AED?
An AED, or automated external defibrillator, is used to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It is a sophisticated, portable, easy to use medical device that can analyse the heart’s rhythm and, if necessary, deliver an electronic shock, or defibrillation, to help the heart re-establish an effective heart rhythm.
What is the warranty period on an AED?
The warranty period for the HeartSine Samaritan 500P AED is 8 years.
Is there any maintenance or servicing required on the AED?
There is no specific or formal maintenance required on the HeartSine Samaritan 500P AED however it is recommended that the AED is visually checked regularly to ensure that the AED’s readiness light is flashing.
What is the Community Heart Program?
The team at Stryker have developed a bespoke community fundraising platform that has been built specifically for the purpose of fundraising for AEDs. We understand that within our community there are many organisations that give so much to their members. The ability for many of these organisations to fund an AED can be challenging and cost prohibitive.
Stryker’s Community Heart Program allows not for profit, sporting, religious and educational organisations across Australia and New Zealand to apply for the opportunity to run an online fundraising campaign using Stryker’s specifically designed platform to raise the funds required to obtain an AED for their very own community. Once approved, the organisation will be given the opportunity to tailor the platform to suit their very own branding and organisational requirements. The organisation will then be connected with one of Stryker’s Platinum Distribution Partners who will provide delivery of the AEDs in line with fundraising targets being met.
How is Stryker supporting the Community Heart Program?
Stryker supports the Community Heart Program by providing the white labelled community heart program to not for profit, sporting, religious and education organisations at no cost to the organisation. Stryker also pays all transaction and merchant fees associated with donations to the community heart program.
How much is each AED package?
Each AED package will include:
- 1x HeartSine Samaritan 500P AED
- 1x AED Preparation Kit
- 1x Portable hard carry case
- 15 x online AED e-learning courses.
and costs $2,550.
AED Packages Are Supplied By Australian Red Cross
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Red Cross First Aid and Mental Health, is a national training provider with over 100 years of first aid training experience in Australia. We are a leading provider of First Aid, Health and Safety training and equipment services. Red Cross is committed to excellence in the provision of quality products and services to our clients.
Income generated through Red Cross supply of products and training programs supports our ongoing humanitarian work
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