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Teachers transforming lives
Meet two remarkable primary school principals from the Illawarra region of New South Wales, who see firsthand the challenges and hopes for young people experiencing disadvantage. Alison Forthuber is the Principal of Bellambi Public School and Rachel Armer is the Assistant Principal of Warilla North Public School, both partner schools of The Smith Family.
Digital Poverty: The New Frontier of Disadvantage
Ahead of Anti-Poverty Week, this conversation examines poverty in modern Australia and how digital poverty is hindering disadvantaged youth in education and employment.
What I want for my children's education: Kelly's story
In our final conversation for 2024, we meet Kelly, a parent with two children on our Learning for Life program. Kelly reflects on the year that’s been, as cost-of-living pressures continue to take a heavy toll on families, and her aspirations for her children’s education.
Meet our Board Chairman Nicholas Moore
Nicholas Moore joined The Smith Family as Chairman of the Board in 2019 and has helped to guide the development of our new Five-Year Strategy. Read More
David Gonski: Funding and fairness in Australian education
In this episode, we speak with business leader, philanthropist and education advocate David Gonski AC about the recent developments in Australian education reform and what’s needed to ensure every child – no matter their background – has the opportunity to succeed.
Georgie Dent: fighting for every child to access early learning
Georgie Dent, CEO of The Parenthood, shares why universal access to quality, affordable early learning is essential to break cycles of disadvantage and support children, parents, and carers across Australia.
Become a sponsor
Hear first hand what it's like to sponsor a child with The Smith Family
Tax-deductible donations
Learn how to make tax deductible donations to children’s charity with these 4 easy steps and reduce your income tax by making a donation to The Smith Family. Use our charity tax calculator to calculate your potential tax benefit.
The gift that keeps on giving
Mark’s story is the perfect example of the powerful impact of leaving a Bequest in your Will to The Smith Family – and shows just how educational support can break the cycle of poverty.
Gift in Will: support children in need beyond your lifetime
Read stories from families that left gifts in their wills and provided educational support to the children who need it most. Be inspired to leave your own legacy by giving a gift in your will to The Smith Family children’s charity.
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