Margaret’s caring for five promising futures
Angel's confidence is growing with the support of her sponsor
A sponsor like you unlocked an exciting new world for Edward
Sponsorship helped Edward to fit in and feel confident at school
Bailey's high hopes for his future
Experience real life results, meet children on our programs & discover more Smith Family stories - Bailey's high hopes for his future
Your support has given Teliea powerful new learning experiences
As she’s gearing up to start Year 9, Teliea is coming into her own. She loves to express herself through creativity and has ambitions of becoming a lawyer. Teliea’s grandmother, Karen, is raising Teliea and her three siblings by herself.
Crystal establishes a clear vision for her future
Experience real life results, meet children on our programs & discover more Smith Family stories - Crystal establishes a clear vision for her future
Now homework is fun for Felicity and Brody
Single mum Priscilla finished school in Year 10. Her parents left even earlier. So Priscilla wanted her children, Felicity and Brody, to go further with their education.
Billy has a big heart for helping students plan for life after school
Read about some of Billy's unforgettable moments as a volunteer mentor
Digital inequality is the new frontier of educational disadvantage this anti-poverty week
National education charity The Smith Family is shining a light this Anti-Poverty Week on the deepening digital divide that is holding many students back from making the most of their education, as part of a wider push to end child poverty. Access to an appropriate digital device is crucial for a child’s success at school. However, students experiencing disadvantage often cannot afford such items, limiting their participation in education and employment opportunities.
The Smith Family launches new five year strategy
The Smith Family has today launched an ambitious new five-year strategy with a goal to make a bigger difference to the lives of the children and families it supports.
New survey: One in two Australians see poverty affecting children and families in their community
More than half of Australians report seeing children and families affected by poverty in their local area, according to a new survey commissioned by children’s education charity The Smith Family.