DONATE TO OUR WINTER APPEAL TO HELP PROVIDE LEARNING SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN IN POVERTY

Rising living costs recently forced Leah and her family to relocate to a more affordable rental home, which meant she’s had to change schools. For those already living in disadvantage, financial challenges compound, making it increasingly difficult to make ends meet and forcing them to make impossible choices between essentials like housing and education.

Starting at a new school in the middle of Term 2 has been scary, and the disruption is having a profound effect on her learning. Her Year 3 classmates had already established friendships and gaining knowledge and confidence, further highlighting Leah's challenges in adapting to this critical school year.

Leah dreams of building a home for her family where they "never have to move again." She understands the importance of doing well in school to achieve this. But disadvantage is causing her to fall further and further behind in her learning, especially in maths.

Despite her resilience, 8-year-old Leah's aspirations are hindered by the cycle of poverty. Leah, with a bright spark of ambition, represents the potential found in every child.  

The future could hold endless possibilities for Leah. But growing up in poverty, Leah faces daily barriers that her more advantaged classmates are fortunate to avoid.

In just two years, Leah has had to change schools twice, but that's not the only obstacle she faces due to poverty.

Her mother, Kim, a hospital orderly, has tirelessly worked to give her daughters the best possible start in life, despite facing her own struggles and leaving school early to support her family.

Right now, 1 in 6 children and young people in Australia are growing up in disadvantage.1 As a result, they can face daily challenges that prevent them from achieving their best at school – limiting the potential of countless children like Leah.   

However, there is hope. Through early intervention and targeted support that’s proven to help children boost their confidence and build core skills, they can receive the help they need to overcome these challenges², so they’ll have the best possible options for further study or employment.  

Your donation will open the door for Leah to join one of our Learning Clubs, where 75% of attendees report improved classroom performance³. She will get help with her maths from a volunteer tutor and have a supportive space to do her homework.   

Additionally, your generous donation today can enable Leah to participate in our Future Seekers program. This innovative initiative introduces which lets primary school students explore the world of work, showing children like Leah the endless possibilities an education can offer.

Your help will help provide our proven out-of-school learning support as early as Term 3, so Leah can catch up and develop the learning foundations she needs for her success this year and beyond.

Your support can change lives. Give Leah the chance to build a brighter future. Donate now to empower children to learn today and transform their tomorrows, ensuring they have the opportunity to pursue a brighter future.

Despite these obstacles, Leah remains determined to improve and achieve her goals. Her situation is a clear call to action. Leah's future depends on the support you provide today.

With your support, Leah’s better tomorrow could start today. Your donation will help her access the life-changing extra learning support she needs to catch up, keep up, and achieve everything she’s capable of.