14,012 children urgently need your support before 30 June.

Our Programs
- Literacy programs
  Providing resources and support to help children living with disadvantage achieve the required reading standard.
- Technology programs
  Providing children and young people living with disadvantage with the critical skills, access, and equipment they need.
- Numeracy programs
  We support early years educators and community professionals in building foundational math skills in children under their care.
- Learning for Life
  Learning for Life is an innovative, evidence-based program that supports students throughout their education to achieve positive long-term outcomes for young people experiencing disadvantage.
- Mentoring programs
  Mentoring programs for students living with disadvantage that provide the encouragement they need to build aspirations for their future.
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs
  Our work engages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in learning through education, life skills and role models, promoting culturally responsive practice.
Our learning support and mentoring programs in 90 Australian communities directly help children in need achieve their goals through education.
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- Ways to fundraise
  Learn about fundraising and give back to the community with The Smith Family.
- Volunteer with us
  Share your skills to help Australian children in need transform their lives through education.
- Corporate partnerships
  Corporate partnerships give young Australians in need the chance to change their futures through educational support. Discover how you can join forces with The Smith Family to create a mutually-beneficial, impactful partnership.
- Careers
  We aim to provide a working environment where staff and volunteers have the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.
- Events
  Participate in events and activities that support young Australians experiencing disadvantage.
- VIEW Clubs of Australia
  Learn about VIEW, a leading women’s volunteer organisation and support network with over 13,000 members, across Australia.
Ways to Give
- Sponsor a child
  Through child sponsorship, you will be matched to an Australian child in need, helping to support the cost of their school essentials.
- A gift in your will
  Ensure that future generations of Australian children have the support they need to make the most of their education.
- Monthly donation
  Become a monthly donor and provide continual support throughout all stages of a child’s education.
- Philanthropic giving
  Through your philanthropy, you can ensure that young Australians impacted by poverty get the education that all children deserve.
- Single donation
  Your donation will help young Australians in need by providing access to our Learning for Life education support programs.
- Workplace giving
  Making small, regular donations to The Smith Family through Workplace Giving is an easy way to help change the lives of young Australians living in poverty.
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Volunteer in Queensland

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with The Smith Family! When you volunteer with us, you’re not just giving your time—you’re joining a community of passionate people working together to make a real difference. We welcome applications from people from all walks of life. Regardless of your background, education, or experience, you can help change lives.

On this page we post opportunities available throughout the state or territory that match a range of interests, skills and availabilities. Please check back regularly.

Please note: volunteers must be over 18 years of age.

Current volunteer opportunities in Queensland

Learning Clubs QLD
- Location: Multiple locations statewide
- Time Commitment: 1-2 hours per week, typically just after school
Learning Clubs

Choose a rewarding volunteer role which supports students experiencing poverty get the most out of their education.
Join The Smith Family’s wonderful team of volunteer Learning Club tutors!

Please click the 'Read more' button for more information about how to apply.
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Customer Service and Administration Support 25-26QLDBRCSASa - Program Growth & Sustainability Team
- Location: Brisbane
- Position Type: Customer Service and Administration Support 25-26QLDBRCSASa
- Time Commitment: 1 to 2 days per week. Mon, Tue & Thu at our Brisbane Office, Level 1/410 Ann St, Brisbane Minimum 4 hours per day, between 9am – 3pm. With a minimum 6-month commitment, where possible
The Customer Service and Administration Assistant will support the operations of the Program Growth & Sustainability team through a range of administrative tasks. The position has a focus on administration as well as managing phone queries, filing and general data entry.

We are seeking a volunteer willing to work as part of a team providing the opportunity to use and enhance your customer service and administration, communication, & computer skills, alongside other passionate team members.

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If you are not seeing any volunteering opportunities on this page, then unfortunately we have no roles available at this time.

Please visit us again soon as we will continue to update our volunteering opportunities as they become available.

To speak with one of our friendly Volunteering team members, please contact us on volunteer@thesmithfamily.com.au or 1300 397 730.

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