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.
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.
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.
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.
National education charity The Smith Family is highlighting the urgent need for more to be done in addressing the digital divide this Anti-Poverty Week [12 -18 October].
Ganima is sharing your gift with her family and community
As a single mother of six, Ganima has tried to give her children all they need. Yet she didn’t know a lot about supporting a child’s learning in the early years. Then her youngest, Janeva, started showing a real interest in books. So Ganima was thrilled to take part in our Let’s Read program.
As Australia’s largest children’s education charity, we’re often featured in the media. You can find out more about how we support young people, and our positions on issues affecting the students we support.
Learn how our advocacy efforts are closing the digital divide, ensuring all students have access to essential digital tools and skills for success in education and beyond.