What is poverty?
Find out what poverty in Australia looks like and how it can impact the education and future of more than 1.2 million children and young people.
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Work experience programs
The Smith Family provides Work Experience programs to disadvantaged students, to help them explore their future career options and job opportunities.
Poppy
Every student needs digital tools to make the most of their learning. But living in poverty means that Poppy is missing out.
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Your donations to The Smith Family help to ensure disadvantaged Australian children receive critical learning support. Learn more on how you can give.
Poverty in Australia
1.2 million Australian children are living in poverty. The Smith Family helps support Australian families. Read more on breaking the cycle of disadvantage.
Every day, poverty takes away Ella’s chance to learn.
Stop poverty limiting opportunities for Australian children like Ella to make the most of their education and fulfil their potential. Donate before 30 June.
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Help change the story of young Australians. Join our monthly donor community to provide vital learning support and change their future. Donate today.
Partnership Agreement
The Learning for Life Partnership Agreement explains the opportunities and expectations of the Learning for Life program. When you join the Learning for Life program, we complete the Partnership Agreement, which we review every three years.