The Perks Foundation's aim is to create opportunities for disadvantaged children and youth to have a brighter future.
Awards Victoria is a not for profit organisation that provides development programs to young people aged 10-25 and for those with a disability over 25. Everything we do is towards our purpose: "Capacity building for young Victorians." The programs we offer foster confidence, resilience and leadership skills. Our award programs not only benefit young people - they also benefit the community. Our goal is to overcome barriers to participation, such as economic disadvantage or lack of social support. Your donation helps to: - Give all young Victorians the opportunity to participate in the Awards, regardless of social or economic circumstance - Provide greater support for schools and organisations running our programs - Contributes to equipment needed by young people to help achieve their Award - Reach more young people from migrant, juvenile justice, disengaged and indigenous youth groups However, we can only achieve our goals with your help. Support us to enrich the lives of young people for generations to come.
Heathgrove Study Centre encourages positive character development and academic excellence. Heathgrove, in partnership with parents, create programs where girls and young women are encouraged to put their talents and skills at the service of others. Volunteer work is a primary focus of Heathgrove. A culture of service and awareness of others’ needs is nurtured. We believe that the impact of volunteering goes beyond the time spent on the actual activity. The opportunity of making a difference in others’ lives enables young people to acquire invaluable life skills in the process.
Members of Apex work together to serve their community's greatest needs by promoting service, fellowship and community spirit. Apex Clubs work in their local town or suburb, but through the strength of the National Association of Apex Clubs, also work together to tackle larger community or social problems. Friendships that last a lifetime are cemented through the fun and banter that accompanies the toil. Friendships that come from mixing with fellow members from all walks of life, and from being part of a youthful and spirited group. Apex is all the more unique because of its youthful membership base, ensuring a youthful outlook and membership concerned with youth issues.
We are a youth led charity working towards one goal, a better future for young Australians with physical disabilities. Fighting Chance provides age-appropriate, choice-driven services to young Australian adults with a physical disability. We do three things for the young Australians we work with: 1 ) Create meaningful employment opportunities 2) Locate the best services and organisations around Australia who can provide fulfilling life experiences 3) Advocate for better accommodation
The Fresh Tracks helps young people with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) access vital rehabilitation services and support their families. Our aim is to work to ensure that all young people with an ABI are supported in age appropriate care facilities so they have the best chance to heal.
Mission Statement Star of the Sea College educates young women spiritually, academically, physically and creatively in a compassionate Catholic context. We strive to empower young women to engage in critical reflection leading to positive action for our world.
Chabad Youth of Melbourne was both founded and assisted by the guidance and encouragement of the Lubavitcher Rebbe and is proud to be amongst those organisations established to disseminate Judaism worldwide. Established over 40 years ago, under The Yeshivah Centre, Chabad Youth is a vibrant community-based organisation offering a wide range of social, cultural, recreational and educational services to thousands of young people. With the assistance of a dedicated team of volunteers, Chabad Youth has become a steady-growing and extensive association that is committed to instilling and preserving in Jewish youth a strong sense of identity and pride in their Jewish heritage and culture. Catering to the vast needs and interests of primary, secondary and tertiary aged students, Chabad Youth’s programs incorporate Camp Gan Israel, Daminyan and Chabad Campus. Recently, a new branch has been established called Chabad Sparks specifically designed to provide extra-curricular activities and programming for Jewish school aged students in the wider Jewish community. Chabad Sparks aims to equip the Jewish youth of today with Jewish ideals, which will stay with them throughout their adult lives.
PCYC provides a brighter future for young people through direction, development and opportunity. Established in Western Australia in 1941, The Federation of Western Australian Police and Community Youth Centres (PCYC) is a not-for-profit organisation that creates opportunities for young people in the community through the delivery of recreational and educational activities and programs. We operate in excess of 50 PCYC and Blue Light Centres throughout metropolitan and regional Western Australia, as well as two camp facilities. PCYC is different to other organisations delivering youth services because of our relationship with the Western Australia Police. Police Officers work closely with our organisation, referring at-risk youth and young offenders to life-changing programs run by PCYC, which plays an important role in early intervention and youth crime prevention.
Jetty Bunker Youth Service (JBYS) is a dynamic and well respected local organisation with over 30 years experience working directly with Coffs Coast youth. We are passionately committed to providing support, advocacy and innovative programs to young people in and around our Coffs Harbour community. We
The WA AIDS Council, established in 1985, leads the Western Australian community in the provision of a wide range of services in the prevention of HIV, and the treatment and care of people living with HIV/AIDS. 2011 marks the 26th anniversary of the Western Australian AIDS Council and this year will see the continuing dedication to our vision and mission. The Freedom Centre is run by young people for young people using a peer support model. Peer support is where people get support from other people who share similar experiences. This means that our volunteers and staff are people who are also young and same sex attracted, sex and/or gender diverse (DSG) and are trained to be able to give support and information to their peers. Peer support at the Freedom Centre works using Social Cognitive Theory, which basically says that we learn and develop best when we get the right information that’s relevant to us and have a safe and respectful social environment to practice and understand what we learn. At Freedom Centre we hope people learn to accept and respect themselves and others. The volunteers use peer support to provide an ideal space for this to be learnt and understood.So we use peer support and the safe social space to empower young people to be themselves, be confident, make healthy informed choices and respect both their own diversity as well as others.
Hunter Life Education will provide a range of community, education and support services which empower our communities to make informed healthy lifestyle choices. Our community making healthy lifestyle choices. Leading the community in the field of drug and health education. Increased awareness of the harmful effects of drugs on the young people of the region to reduce the incidence of harm related to drug misuse. Assist to provide and develop skills and knowledge required by children and young people to make positive health choices. Empower children and young people to choose a healthy future. To ensure that primary and secondary schools students in our communities have access to Life Education programs. To develop and deliver programs and services which support/empower our communities to make healthy lifestyle choices. To be recognised as a leading resource in providing opportunities for healthy lifestyle choices for our communities.
HELP us to HELP vulnerable children in developing nations and END their cycle of poverty - "little by little" Little Paths Australia was formed after a number of our board members visited Tanzanian and Cambodian street child centres. It was during these visits that we learnt about the ‘life of a street child’ and the devastation caused by extreme poverty. Not only were we confronted by the impact of poverty but we were inspired by the young people that we met. These kids are motivated, determined and hardworking. They are ready to be successful and contributing members of their community and just needed someone to believe in them and give them a chance. We are dedicated to providing the ' little paths' required for them to use their incredibly inspiring skills and to become the young adults they wish to be while achieving their dream of education. It is SO easy to help these kids. By raising as little as $30 you WILL help to send a primary aged child to school in a developing nation, with the perks that they require (uniform, pens, paper, food etc) Raise $300 and you HAVE helped a child to continue their education into secondary school, with tuition for an entire year (again with all the perks) Finishing school is not a reality for many due to poverty and we believe education is an essential path to lay for children's futures the future of their country. We hope that we have inspired you to get on board and little by little, achieve a lot!!
Centacare’s mission is to empower individuals, families and communities in western NSW, by enhancing social and emotional well-being and strengthening networks of support. In particular Centacare works with young families to enhance the developmental opportunities of their children, and with at- risk young people, supporting them to stay at school, engage in vocational training and employment. 50% of the people supported by Centacare are Indigenous.
We are dedicated to sharing ‘Goodness’ with others! We help those who are most in need We support the sick We provide assistance to individuals or families who have experienced unexpected hardship We support children in need We visit the elderly We feed the homeless We believe in the quality of life for children, youth, adults and elderly We promote the message and practice of ‘Goodness’ via "The Goodness Revolution" Here is a snapshot of some ways we work to share “Goodness” with others: In 2 years more than 1000 Volunteers have supported our programs. Feed the Homeless serving as the most well-liked and rewarding program. At every Feed the Homeless event we feed a minimum of 150-200 Homeless people. The last 4 events we have fed over 700 people. We provide presentations on Self-Esteem, Diversity and Philanthropy to Schools, Women and Church groups several times a year. More than 1,500 individuals in 2011 enjoyed the complimentary talks. We have provided numerous Family Dinner Vouchers to families struggling to put food on the table in the local community that have been nominated by the local School Principal, Priest or Community leader. In one year our Seniors Appeal, Winter Appeal and Clothing Appeal have supported over 500 individuals in need. These appeals have been popular with our givers. Our ‘Pamper Me’ annual event caters for up to 12 women diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer in Australia and has helped the women share their story and enjoy5-Star service. David’s Place (NSW) Clean- up has brought together individuals, companies and sponsors to clean and revamp the Feed the Homeless venue. Goodness Tube - an online service to inspire others to share Goodness. Individuals or groups can post videos to share positive messages around the globe. Goodness Gifts - an online store that givers can purchase a gift that really keeps on giving. Part of the purchase is donated to one of our many projects.
St Laurence's Old Boys' Foundation raises money for the education of boys at St Laurence's College, Brisbane, who through no fault of their own, are unable to afford a good education. The Foundation provides bursaries for single parent families, families enduring financial hardship, non English speaking and indigenous families and refugees.
Point Zero Youth Services provides access to innovative ‘prevention-based’ programs that empower, support, and educate young people and their communities in the Sydney Metropolitan Region. Point Zero Youth Services aims to make a significant contribution to the well-being and resilience of young people (12-25 years) in the Sydney Metropolitan Area. This is through the provision of innovative and educational programs, advice and support, and outreach services. The organisation’s programs are run in collaboration with schools, community groups and parents around issues specific to young people. AIMS POINT ZERO YOUTH SERVICES works from a prevention model to: · - Provide individual and specialised support, assistance and education for young people, their parents and the community around issues specific to young people. · - Create unique and portable programs, which can be developed and adapted to any community within Australia. · - Reduce and prevent the incidence of substance abuse and harm to our young people and the community. · - Reduce and prevent the “at risk” and anti social behaviour of young people. · - Recognise and promote the potential of young people through various projects and initiatives. STUDENT WORKSHOPS Point Zero’s tailor-made workshops provide high schools with unique and interactive programs addressing relevant adolescent issues. Point Zero, together with each school, can develop tailor-made programs for specific peer or year groups, ensuring the needs of the students are met. Point Zero’s programs have a Our workshops educate students through interactive games and discussions, using various mediums and stimulating material to engage and inform young people on the relevant topic area. Point Zero ensures that the student’s opinions and experiences are acknowledged and incorporated into each program. Programs include: · - Alcohol and Other Drugs · - Sexual Health · - Safe Partying · - Technology and Bullying – Cyber Safety, Cyber Bullying and 'Sexting' · - Preparation for ‘Skoolies Week’ · - Parenting and Adolescent Issues · - Crossroads Programs · - Peer Relationships and Bullying · - Stress Management and Developing Resilience
FIT’SCOOL is an after-school fitness program that gets kids moving and learning about good health, nutrition and exercise. Children are organised into groups and given fun physical activities that keep them moving for the entire time. The program is completely flexible, designed to cater to all fitness levels, capabilities and body shapes. Our program has been designed by physical education experts and road-tested on the toughest critics we could find - the kids! Instructional components on nutrition and diet can be included in each session so kids can learn how physical activity and what they eat work together to drive their bodies and brains. Organisers are given all the tools to run each session, with information and extensive support available from the FIT’SCOOL team. We will teach each instructor how to manage the sessions and how to manage the children, including tips on structure and discipline to ensure every child gets as much as possible from the program. FIT’SCOOL is easy to roll out to schools everywhere without any need for expensive equipment or highly trained staff. Anyone can run and operate FIT’SCOOL – you just need a couple of adult volunteers – if you build it, the kids will come! FIT’SCOOL teaches children in a fun, non-competitive environment that physical activity is fun! FIT’SCOOL helps build cardio fitness, core strength, muscle control, fine and gross motor skills and body dexterity. To have every school in Australia adopt the FIT’SCOOL program. To offer every child the opportunity to run like the clappers – no matter how fast that is! To give every primary school child an exercise strategy that they can apply now and see the results for themselves. To give every primary school child an understanding of exercise, and health and fitness that they can return to later in life when they need to create changes. FIT’SCOOL is dedicated to ending childhood obesity by teaching school-aged children how to incorporate physical activity into their everyday lives. FIT’SCOOL educates children of the importance of good nutrition and making good food choices. Through modelled behaviour, we are committed to changing attitudes towards health and well-being, equipping our children with the tools so that they can be responsible for their own good health from childhood through to adulthood. FIT’SCOOL is our weapon in the fight against childhood obesity and its associated health disasters, including Diabetes 2, heart disease and shortened life expectancy.