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Right now, over 6,500 children are in urgent need of a sponsor to achieve their
best this year, and beyond.
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   required reading standard.
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   access and equipment they need.
   Numeracy programs
   We support parents and early years educators in developing the maths skills
   of the children in their care so that they can establish the necessary
   foundation skills.
   Learning for Life
   Providing holistic, long-term support for disadvantaged young Australians
   throughout their education.
   Mentoring programs
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   they need to build aspirations for their future.
   Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs
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THE SMITH FAMILY


ANNE HAMPSHIRE, HEAD OF RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY, DISCUSSES THE IMPORTANCE OF THE
NATIONAL SCHOOL REFORM AGREEMENT

The Smith Family is calling for a range of policy changes to ensure schooling in
Australia is better and fairer, especially for students experiencing
disadvantage.
Learn more


ANNE HAMPSHIRE, HEAD OF RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY, DISCUSSES THE IMPORTANCE OF THE
NATIONAL SCHOOL REFORM AGREEMENT

The Smith Family is calling for a range of policy changes to ensure schooling in
Australia is better and fairer, especially for students experiencing
disadvantage.
Learn more


HOW CAN JOSH* REACH HIS FULL POTENTIAL WHEN POVERTY BLOCKS HIS WAY?

The new school year could be full of possibility. But poverty means Josh doesn't
have the essentials he needs to achieve his best. You can help clear his path to
success.
CHILD SPONSORSHIPJOSH'S STORY


HOW CAN JOSH* REACH HIS FULL POTENTIAL WHEN POVERTY BLOCKS HIS WAY?

The new school year could be full of possibility. But poverty means Josh doesn't
have the essentials he needs to achieve his best. You can help clear his path to
success.
CHILD SPONSORSHIPJOSH'S STORY


CHILDREN LIKE POPPY ARE FACING A NEW FRONTIER OF DISADVANTAGE

Every child needs digital tools to do schoolwork and keep up in class. But
poverty means Poppy is missing out.

This is digital inequality - the new frontier of disadvantage.

Help children like Poppy to access the digital learning tools they urgently need
for school.

DONATE NOWPoppy's story


CHILDREN LIKE POPPY ARE FACING A NEW FRONTIER OF DISADVANTAGE

Every child needs digital tools to do schoolwork and keep up in class. But
poverty means Poppy is missing out.

This is digital inequality - the new frontier of disadvantage.

Help children like Poppy to access the digital learning tools they urgently need
for school.

DONATE NOWPoppy's story


YOU CAN HELP A STUDENT IN YEARS 9 TO 12 STAY ENGAGED AT SCHOOL

Young people need qualifications, mentors and exposure to the working world
before they leave school.

A donation to Future Pathways ensures that students can access the opportunities
that empower them to thrive at this critical point in their schooling.

Donate NowJames's Story


YOU CAN HELP A STUDENT IN YEARS 9 TO 12 STAY ENGAGED AT SCHOOL

Young people need qualifications, mentors and exposure to the working world
before they leave school.

A donation to Future Pathways ensures that students can access the opportunities
that empower them to thrive at this critical point in their schooling.

Donate NowJames's Story


ANNE HAMPSHIRE, HEAD OF RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY, DISCUSSES THE IMPORTANCE OF THE
NATIONAL SCHOOL REFORM AGREEMENT

The Smith Family is calling for a range of policy changes to ensure schooling in
Australia is better and fairer, especially for students experiencing
disadvantage.
Learn more


ANNE HAMPSHIRE, HEAD OF RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY, DISCUSSES THE IMPORTANCE OF THE
NATIONAL SCHOOL REFORM AGREEMENT

The Smith Family is calling for a range of policy changes to ensure schooling in
Australia is better and fairer, especially for students experiencing
disadvantage.
Learn more


HOW CAN JOSH* REACH HIS FULL POTENTIAL WHEN POVERTY BLOCKS HIS WAY?

The new school year could be full of possibility. But poverty means Josh doesn't
have the essentials he needs to achieve his best. You can help clear his path to
success.
CHILD SPONSORSHIPJOSH'S STORY


HOW CAN JOSH* REACH HIS FULL POTENTIAL WHEN POVERTY BLOCKS HIS WAY?

The new school year could be full of possibility. But poverty means Josh doesn't
have the essentials he needs to achieve his best. You can help clear his path to
success.
CHILD SPONSORSHIPJOSH'S STORY





WHO WE ARE

At The Smith Family, we believe that education is one of the world’s most
powerful change agents. That’s why we focus on helping young Australians to
overcome educational inequality caused by poverty.

As a national, independent charity, every day we work with thousands of children
and their families to help them unlock better futures for themselves.

What we do get involved Donate Now


WAYS TO GIVE

DIGITAL LEARNING ESSENTIALS

1 in 6 families that we work with cannot access the digital tools that their
children need for school. Your gift today can give a children vital access to a
computer, internet and digital skills.

CHILD SPONSORSHIP

Your sponsorship combined with that of another sponsor, will provide a child
with the learning essentials they need such as books, a uniform and stationary,
so they don't fall even further behind.

FUTURE PATHWAYS

Future Pathways ensures that more students in Years 9-12 can access the
practical, emotional, and educational support they need to thrive during these
crucial years and beyond.



THE PROBLEM

Today, there are more than 1.2m Australian children and young people living in
poverty1.
Students experiencing disadvantage are on average 2-3 years behind in reading
and maths by the time they are 15 years old.2
Students experiencing disadvantage have a 30% lower Year 12 completion rate.3


MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Last year, 162,534 disadvantaged children and young people received support
through Smith Family programs.
Last year, we supported 62,822 Australian students through our Learning for Life
sponsorships.
Last year, 95% of children in our student2student reading program improved their
reading age.


SMITH FAMILY STORIES

CHILD POVERTY HOLDS BACK SUCCESS AT SCHOOL

EDUCATION OPENS THE WORLD TO MC CLAY'S STUDENTS

BEING BRAVE ON THE BIG STAGE


LATEST NEWS

New survey: Families worried about being able to afford back to school
essentials
17 January 2024
Find out More
The Smith Family calls for urgent action following the summary report on
educational reform
12 December 2023
Find out More
PISA results mean we are failing our students
06 December 2023
Find out More
Information about a cyber incident in November 2022, including FAQs and channels
for further information and support is available here.



INTRODUCING CONVERSATIONS WITH THE SMITH FAMILY 

Hear more from Doug Taylor, CEO as he talks to those involved in the different
areas of our work. In this special series of interviews, Doug brings to life the
experiences of our students, their families, our volunteers and our supporters.
Learn more.


WE ARE COMMITTED TO CHILD SAFETY

The Smith Family is committed to safeguarding children and young people from
abuse and neglect as we work with their families and communities. We will
provide safe environments; always act in the best interests of children; and
take action to protect children and other vulnerable persons from abuse and
neglect.
Child Protection Policy National Redress Scheme


MORE STORIES

TALON LEARNT ABOUT CAREERS HE DIDN'T EVEN KNOW EXISTED.


Read more

THE SUPPORT JAMES RECEIVED HAD A LIFE-CHANGING IMPACT


Read more

ROGHAYEH IS NOW A BUDDING HUMAN RIGHTS LAWYER


Read more


GET INVOLVED

OUR FUNDRAISING EFFICIENCY

SPONSOR A CHILD

PARTNER WITH US

EVENTS

1 Poverty in Australia, 2020, ACOSS/UNSW Report.

CHARITABLE STATUS

ABN: 28 000 030 179

All donations of $2 and over are tax deductible.

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The Smith Family acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future
Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation. We recognise the continuing
connection to lands, waters and communities through cultural, spiritual and
educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Artwork:
Traditional Hunter Artist: Justin Majid