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All children deserve the best start in life

But with 1 in 6 children in Australia living in poverty* we must do more to ensure that opportunities exist for every child, no matter who they are or where they live.

We’re all born into different circumstances. Through no fault of their own, many children have fewer opportunities than others – children who experience intergenerational poverty, trauma, domestic violence or those from refugee backgrounds are often the most affected.

The first few years of a child’s life are vital to shaping their future. If left behind in those critical years, a child is likely to stay behind for the rest of their life.

By making a donation today, you will make a real difference in the lives of disadvantaged children and their families. Please donate now.

Together, we can create an Australia where every child can thrive.

By donating today, you are helping to provide the most vulnerable members of our community with a brighter future. Your support ensures we can continue to do ground-breaking research and community development work that has such a profound and practical impact on so many lives.

Working for an Australia free of poverty

Let’s create an Australia where every child can thrive

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Together, we can create an Australia where every child can thrive.