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    • Poverty in AustraliaMore than 1.1m Australian children and young people live in poverty without the right support and opportunities to fully participate in their education.
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Join an event and help change the life of a disadvantaged child

There are a variety of ways to get involved and raise funds to help disadvantaged children succeed at school and we’d love your support! If you love to run, cycle, trek or just enjoy a day out there’s something for everyone! Got an idea of your own? You can even create your own event and we’ll be in touch shortly to help you on your fundraising journey. Thank you for your support!

Events

  • Around the Bay

    Experience this iconic ride with The Smith Family! Join us this October in Australia’s largest one-day cycling event and raise funds to help support children in need.
  • city to bay run it

    City-Bay

    With a course for everyone, join us this September for City-Bay Fun Run as we raise funds to help disadvantaged children succeed at school.

  • City to Surf

    Join us in August for this iconic Sydney event City 2 Surf. Conquering Heartbreak Hill will be even more satisfying knowing that you’ve also helped to change the lives of disadvantaged children.
  • Inspired Adventures Events

    Trek with us

    Join The Smith Family as we take the trip of a lifetime! In 2019 we’re trekking Outback Australia and we’d love for you to join us as we raise funds to support our Learning for Life program.

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