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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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Home Tutor Scheme Resources

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/programs/previous/home-tutor-scheme/tutor-resources

iTrack

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/programs/previous/itrack

Discover how Smith Family programs like iTrack improves the lives of disadvantaged Australian children.

Pathways Engagement and Transitions: How young people experiencing disadvantage navigate the first three years after leaving school

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/research/reports/pet-report-june-2025

This fifth report in the Pathways, Engagement and Transitions (PET) series sheds light on the destinations and dynamic experiences of young people experiencing disadvantage in their first three years after leaving Year 12. It also identifies the factors that have helped or hindered young people’s successful navigation of work and study post-school.

Our actions toward reconciliation

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/programs/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander/our-actions

The Smith Family recognises our responsibility and role in working with others to create a fairer and more equitable society for all Australians.

After fleeing war, you’ve helped Sarive triumph

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/stories/children-on-programs/sarives-story

After fleeing war in the Congo and spending five years in a refugee camp, Sarive and her family built a new life in Australia. Despite challenges at school, Sarive’s determination shines. Read more about her inspiring story.

Christmas activities

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/get-involved/volunteer/christmas-activities-registration

Christmas activities today with The Smith Family to deliver gifts to those in need.

Education is a pathway out of poverty

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/education

The Smith Family helps children living in poverty get the extra learning support they need today.

As The Smith Family turns 100, the charity’s Christmas gift-giving tradition will look a little different this year

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/centre/releases/2021/as-the-smith-family-turns-100

This Christmas marks the launch of The Smith Family’s Centenary celebrations, as the nation’s largest children’s education charity looks back on 100 years of improving the lives of young Australians in need.

Spread the word

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/get-involved/spread-the-word

Spread the word of The Smith Family by sharing why you sponsor or support our work via monthly donations.

Breaking Poverty podcast

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/poverty-in-australia/podcast

Now is the time to support all children to get the best education possible to meet the challenges of the future. Listen to Breaking Poverty Podcast here

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