What We Do

Through a variety of fundraising activities and social events in local communities, members raise money that goes directly to The Smith Family's learning and mentoring programs to support the education of Australian children and young people so they can overcome educational inequality caused by poverty.

In 2023-24, VIEW members raised $1.35 million for The Smith Family's programs.

VIEW members volunteer their time and talents to support The Smith Family in many ways.

Volunteering roles include:

• helping at Smith Family after-school Learning Clubs
• reading to children in schools
• using craft skills to make resources for students
• sting in local Smith Family offices with administration and office tasks to ensure the smooth running of programs for students and families

VIEW Women volunteer their time to help children living with disadvantage, so that every child has the opportunity to change their future through education.

Virtual Volunteering – Some VIEW members also enjoy volunteering virtually using a secure online system to review Learning for Life student profiles.

For more information about Virtual Volunteering, contact virtualvolunteer@thesmithfamily.com.au

The Voice of VIEW is an important aspect of the work and impact of VIEW. Through their networks in local communities, VIEW members raise awareness about disadvantage in Australia and the importance of investing in a child's education to break the cycle of disadvantage.

VIEW Clubs connect with local Members of Parliament, build relationships with local media outlets and find ways for women to have their voices heard on issues of importance for the future wellbeing of Australians, and in particular women and the community.

With a national reach and a community of like-minded women across the country, the collective power of VIEW’s 13,000-strong voice helps more Australians learn about The Smith Family's work. 

VIEW raises awareness and advocates for Australian children experiencing poverty and the importance of investing in a child's education to break the cycle of disadvantage.
VIEW's work in local communities, aligns with, and strengthens the impact of The Smith Family's Learning for Life programs for children and families in need.

Through VIEW's unique Resolutions process, members collectively identify and articulate issues that are considered important for influencing social change in Australia.

VIEW is proud to be the largest community sponsor of The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program. 

Collectively, VIEW members sponsor the education of more than 1,800+ students on the Learning for Life program.

The work of VIEW women in local communities aligns with and strengthens the impact of The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program for children and families experiencing disadvantage.

VIEW believe that by helping children succeed at school, we can have a lasting impact on their lives and potential generations to come.

Members enjoy corresponding with students and Learning for Life Program Coordinators about the progress of their sponsored students.

Visit The Smith Family's website for more about the Learning for Life program and The Smith Family's learning and mentoring programs.

By exclusively supporting The Smith Family through sponsorships, volunteering and fundraising, VIEW helps young Australians overcome educational inequality caused by poverty – so they can thrive now and into their futures.