BONVILLE-Boambee VIEW Club is urging the local community to give generously to The Smith Family’s Winter Appeal this year, to support thousands of children and young people with their education.
The Appeal aims to raise almost $8m to support students experiencing disadvantage by providing access to proven out-of-school educational programs.
It comes as a survey released by the charity shows four out of five respondents believe that tackling childhood poverty should be a top national priority.
The Smith Family CEO Doug Taylor said, “the results of our survey show Australians recognise poverty has an impact on a child’s education.”
“But the right educational support at the right time through The Smith Family’s evidence-based programs can make all the difference to those students and give them the tools and resources to fulfill their potential.
“By donating to the Winter Appeal, Australians can help young people most in need by giving them access to extra learning tools, so they can get the most out of their education and create better futures for themselves.”
The Smith Family’s student2student is a one-on-one program that brings an older and younger student together to read once a week.
Learning Clubs are a free, after-school hours support program that offers tutoring and helps students with homework and assignments.
“The evidence-based programs The Smith Family is delivering are as crucial as the financial and personal support we provide to students and families,” Mr Taylor said.
VIEW (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) is a national women’s organisation and support network, bringing together women to enjoy social activities, develop skills, and make connections – all while supporting Australian children experiencing disadvantage.
VIEW is also the largest sponsor of students on the The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program, with the Bonville-Boambee VIEW Club supporting nine students through its fundraising activities, such as raffles, trading tables, and Christmas gift wrapping.
Bonville-Boambee VIEW Club members recently celebrated the club’s 30th birthday, the members embraced the theme of ‘Butterflies’, wearing butterfly shirts, dresses, brooches, headpieces, and necklaces, with two ladies fluttering their butterfly wings.
For those who are interested in finding out more about VIEW or who would like to join, visit view.org.au or phone the Bonville-Boambee VIEW Club president, Gail, on 0428551311.
By Aiden BURGESS
