Digital inequality is locking children out of learning.

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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Donate monthly and become a champion

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Become a monthly donor and help support The Smith Family creating a better future for disadvantaged children. Learn more

Nine in ten families surveyed worried they will struggle to afford school essentials

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/centre/releases/2023/nine-in-ten-families-surveyed-worried-they-will-struggle-to-afford-school-essentials

Now is a crucial time to make education better and fairer for all Australian school students

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/centre/releases/2023/now-is-a-crucial-time-to-make-education-better-and-fairer

Explore crucial insights on the National School Reform Agreement (NSRA), focusing on literacy, numeracy, and digital skills. Learn about evidence-based programs, parental engagement, and transparent data use.

Digital inclusion is more than just having a computer: affordability, access and digital skills are vital to bridge the digital divide

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/centre/releases/2023/affordability-accessibility-and-digital-skills-essential

Affordability, accessibility and digital skills essential to close digital divide for students experiencing disadvantage. Read media release....

Compounding effects of COVID and economic crisis are widening education gap for Australia’s most vulnerable students

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/centre/releases/2023/big-give-back-ashahi-media-release

The Big Giveback campaign launches nationally today to raise much-needed funds for young Australians in need through The Smith Family’s education support programs. Read media release....

New data shows cost of living squeeze means families are struggling to afford schoolbooks, lunches and uniforms

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/centre/releases/2024/new-data-shows-cost-of-living-squeeze-means-families

The Smith Family, in partnership with Asahi Lifestyle Beverages, announces return of The Big Giveback to raise vital funds to support the education of young Australians experiencing disadvantage.

The Smith Family recognised for its innovation through 'game-changing' data sharing initiative

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/centre/releases/2022/the-smith-family-recognised-for-its-innovation-through-game-changing-data-sharing-initiative

The Smith Family is honoured to be recognised as one of Australia and New Zealand’s most innovative companies in the 2022 AFR Most Innovative Companies.

Online tutoring program shows gains in numeracy and literacy for those children who need it most

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/centre/releases/2022/online-tutoring-program-shows-gains-in-numeracy-and-literacy

The second trial of an online in-home tutoring program has achieved strong results for children struggling with numeracy and literacy.

Brooke Boney and Wendy Harmer join Sarah Harris in advocating for Australian students in need.

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/centre/releases/2022/brooke-boney-and-wendy-harmer-join-sarah-harris-in-advocating-for-australian-students-in-need

The stars join The Smith Family as the charity celebrates 100 years.

New survey finds rising living costs adding to educational challengers for children

https://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/media/centre/releases/2022/rising-living-costs-adds-to-educational-challenges

A national survey of almost 2,000 parents and carers has revealed the extent of the fallout from cost-of-living increases on children’s education.

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