The Smith Family

The Smith Family has been working to improve the lives of children living in disadvantage for 100 years.

Over that time, The Smith Family has evolved to become a modern, dynamic, evidence-based organisation that helps children in need create better futures for themselves through long-term support for their education.

It's a great honour to be The Smith Family’s CEO. I really do believe the organisation is a 'national treasure' because of the difference it makes through education in the lives of so many Australian children and young people.

Supporting a child’s education is the best way to help break the cycle of disadvantage. By giving children and young people the support and resources they need to achieve their full potential, our impact will have a lasting effect on those we help today, and for generations to come.

One in six Australian children and young people living in poverty¹ need our support to make the most of their education. I urge you to explore our website to learn more about this important issue, our programs, and how you can make a difference.

We are truly grateful to the many thousands of caring Australians who support the work we do for families in need. Without your generosity, our work in 91 communities across Australia simply wouldn't be possible.