Resources
- Forms
  Club use only - Browse and download forms and resources to assist in the smooth running of your VIEW club.
- Organisational Information
  Download resources and information about club positions and roles, VIEW policies and club organisational structures.
- VIEW Merchandise
  All money raised from the sale of VIEW merchandise goes towards supporting disadvantaged young Australians with their education - browse our range of items today.
- Club Mailouts
  Catch up on the latest VIEW news in our monthly mailouts for VIEW Club members.
- VIEW Publications
  VIEW Matters is a 16-page magazine published two yearly for VIEW members. Read the latest issue today or read about other VIEW activities in the VIEW Minutes.
- Media Releases
  Read the latest VIEW media releases to learn more about VIEW Clubs nationally, and in your local area.
See and hear why VIEW Clubs are important to The Smith Family and why you should join VIEW.
Videos & Podcasts
About Us
- What we do
  VIEW members exclusively support the children’s education charity, The Smith Family.
- Resolutions
  Every two years VIEW members vote on one or more issues of importance that will be the focus of advocacy and lobbying work for the coming years. These are called resolutions.
- Our Leadership Team
  We have a dedicated VIEW members who works across the country to achieve our vision.
- Our History
  “Founding VIEW Clubs is the best thing I have ever done…I hope VIEW will become the greatest voice of women in Australia.” George Forbes, 1970
We are proud of the strong culture we have developed over 65 years of connecting women in communities across Australia to support The Smith Family and improve educational outcomes for Australian children and young people experiencing disadvantage.

Our Culture
Get Involved
- Volunteer
  As a VIEW member there are many opportunities to volunteer your time and skills to directly help and support The Smith Family and disadvantaged Australian children and their families.
- Fundraise
  VIEW members raise over $1.1 million annually for The Smith Family and sponsor more than 1,650+ Learning for Life students.
- Raise awareness and advocate
  With more than 300 clubs around Australia involving some 14,000 women from all walks of life, the collective voice of VIEW is an important aspect of the organsation's work.
- Sponsor a disadvantaged student
  Learning for Life sponsorship provides disadvantaged students with financial assistance, emotional support and access to learning and educational programs.
- Partner with VIEW
  VIEW is proud to have a wide range of community partners that support our fundraising efforts and the work of The Smith Family. We would like to thank the following companies for their ongoing support.
Across Australia, more than 13,000 women come together to connect, give back to their communities and help create brighter futures for young Australians. VIEW members come from all walks of life but share a common purpose: supporting education while building meaningful friendships and community connections.

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Forms

Membership

New Member Application 2026

Changes to Member Details Online

Template Renewal Email Email

Template Invitation to Potential Members Word

Membership Surveys

Exit Survey Word

Satisfaction Survey Word

Financial

Each Club is emailed their personalised EFT form in the January mailout. If you do not have a copy of your clubs EFT form please contact National Office (view@thesmithfamily.com.au)

Student Gift Card Process / Form

Cheque Payment Form 2026

Hardcopy Cashbook Request Form Online

Annual Subscriptions Form (Cheque Only) 2026

Bank Letter Request Online

Events

Notification for Insurance Online (preferred) or Word

Request for Speakers

Record of Permission to Share Contact Details and Publish Photographs/Images of Club Member/s Form

Food Handling Form / Guide

Committee Forms

Stock Order Form Word | Excel

Making a Difference Nomination Online

Club Committee List Word

Changes to Club Details Word

Late Notification Form Online

Club Banner Request Online

Club Business

Club Minutes Template
Delegates Report Template
Committee Nomination Form Word
Proxy Form Word
Room Hire Waiver request Word
Accident Report Word

Data Breach Reporting Information Guide & Form

VIEW Embroidered items (Lismore Embroidery) Form

Councillor Forms

Approval to Travel Online | Word

Councillor Summary of Visit Online | Word

Expense Claim 2026 Excel

Councillor Electronic Cashbook 2026 Excel

Event Planning

Gala/Zone Conference Suggested Agenda
Gala/Zone Conference Registration Form
Gala/Zone Conference Run Sheet
Room Hire Fee Waiver Request

(Develop & Maintain) New Club Development Plan Word

History Forms

Club Inaugural Form - Online

International Women's Day - Online

Club Closure - Online