Since 1923, we’ve supported more than 7,000 students across Australia. As a small charity, we provide personalised support to young people experiencing financial hardship – helping them learn, grow and thrive.
“Without all of your help and support, she wouldn’t have got this far, Thank you for believing in her.”
“He is very intelligent. I just want to give him a fair and great start in life.”
“Family is there for me everyday and care for me.”
“Whenever I'm in school, if I'm asked to pair up with someone, I always work well no matter who I'm with.”
“Arnold’s pretty good at being inclusive, making sure no one’s not included.”
“This internship has been both greatly enjoyable and informative”
“Personally, I’ve learnt that I love coaching…My greatest achievements this semester are the compliments I’ve received from the head coach at my internship regarding my work ethic and attitude.”
“A start in life has allowed me to be less concerned about my financial situation, allowing me to focus more on my studies. This has alleviated a large amount of stress, as I have a largely increased workload due to my internship this semester.”
“If you had asked me what I looked for most in a career two years ago, I would have told you that I’d want a wealthy job so that I could take care of myself. Now, while I understand that money is a key aspect of choosing a future career, it is not the only determining factor.”
“Instead of pursuing my parents’ dreams, you have encouraged me to follow what I’m passionate in.”
Our community is made up of people whose journeys are filled with courage, determination and possibility. These are the people and stories that inspire us every day.
Katie, now in Year 7, is the kind of student who soaks up every chance to learn – whether it’s writing poetry, exploring science or standing up to speak.
We’ve seen students discover entirely new possibilities – and build the confidence to pursue them.
When Oswald moved out of home in Year 10 due to strained family circumstances, he became solely responsible for his own finances, education and living situation.
Where Every Beginning Matters
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