Children like Zack have never needed you more.
This year has been so hard on children like Zack. Many have fallen further behind than ever. You can help provide targeted out-of-school learning support to catch up and build a better future for themselves.
A hand up up, not a hand out. New Podcast.
Firsthand stories of how education is playing a role in breaking poverty.
ABC Sydney’s Christmas Appeal has launched!
ABC Radio Sydney, in partnership with The Smith Family, is encouraging listeners to share their Christmas giving this year to bring much-needed joy to children and families.
Brooke was the first in her family to go to university
Having a sponsor gave Brooke the opportunities that shaped her career.
Providing ongoing support during COVID-19
As we face the unprecedented challenge of COVID-19, the children and families we support remain at the heart of everything we do.
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Children like Zack have never needed you more. -
A hand up up, not a hand out. New Podcast. -
ABC Sydney’s Christmas Appeal has launched! -
Brooke was the first in her family to go to university -
Providing ongoing support during COVID-19
The Problem
Today, there are more than 1.2m Australian children and young people living in poverty.
Disadvantaged students have significantly lower Year 12 completion rates.
Disadvantaged students are on average 2-3 years behind in reading and maths by the time they are 15 years old.
Making a difference
Last year, 209,128 disadvantaged children and their families received support through Smith Family programs.
Last year, we supported 57,847 Australian students through our Learning for Life sponsorships.
Last year, 96% of children in our student2student reading program improved their reading age.
