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21/02/2024
Jackson’s bumpy road to healing was helped when he met Marie
Jackson*, a young boy, lived in six different homes before working with an Australian Childhood Foundation specialist counsellor who supported his move to a long-term foster family. Jackson enjoyed some of these places he lived in. However, some carers struggled with Jackson’s distress and complex emotional needs, inevitably resulting in him being moved from...
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21/02/2024
Australian Childhood Foundation and Target Australia continue to collaborate in support of children and families
In 2023, Target Australia raised over $325,000 for Australian Childhood Foundation, driven by seasonal product partnerships at Easter, Mother’s Day and Christmas. During the 2023 Christmas period, Target Australia supported the Foundation through a seasonal campaign, raising funds for the Bringing Up Great Kids program. A generous $2 from every purchase of festive, family matching...
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21/02/2024
Hospitality NT President’s Lunch raises $36,000 for Australian Childhood Foundation
Australian Childhood Foundation was honored to be selected as the sole beneficiary of all proceeds raised at the annual Hospitality Northern Territory (NT) President’s Lunch in November. The highly anticipated event took place at the picturesque Mindil Beach Casino Resorts in Darwin and brought together Hospitality NT members, industry stakeholders and approximately 300 guests for...
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20/02/2024
Deputy CEO Message March 2024
Impact Newsletter March 2024 Dear supporters, We are excited to share with you some of the fantastic work being carried out across the Foundation, as well as the achievements your generosity has made possible over the past several months. Your dedication and commitment to our organisation and purpose drives initiatives like Our Collective Experience...
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20/02/2024
CEO Message February 2024
Impact Newsletter September 2023 Dear supporters, As we are now well and truly immersed in the new year, I am excited to share with you some of the fantastic work being carried out across the Foundation, as well as the achievements your generosity has made possible over the past several months. Your dedication fuels...
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30/11/2023
CEO Message December 2023
Impact Newsletter December 2023 Dear supporters, As the year draws to an end, I’d like to pause and take a look back at the events of 2023. We saw the cost of living rise rapidly, impacting the Australian housing system. We saw conflicts escalate across the globe and catastrophic natural disasters. These international events...
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14/09/2023
CEO Message September 2023
Impact Newsletter September 2023 Dear supporters, As we look forward to the warmer months and leaving another winter behind, I hope you will join me in reflecting on what is yet to come. Your continued support enables the Foundation to provide much needed counselling to children and young people, whilst also guiding the important...
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02/06/2023
CEO Message June 2023
Impact Newsletter June 2023 Dear supporters, It is hard to believe we are already halfway through 2023. As I’m sure you know, the first half of this year has been difficult for many Australians. With the cost of living rapidly rising, and our housing system on the verge of collapse, the knock-on impact this...
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08/03/2023
What does it mean to leave a gift in my Will?
Impact Newsletter March 2023 A gift in your Will means that your passion for helping the most vulnerable children will continue beyond your lifetime. At Australian Childhood Foundation, a gift in your Will can help us protect children and restore childhood through relationships that guide, support and have the power to help children heal from...
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07/03/2023
Our 2022 Supporter Survey results reveal valuable insight
Impact Newsletter March 2023 In late 2022 we conducted a survey to help us better understand our wonderful supporters’ communication preferences. We received a great response and would like to thank everyone who provided feedback. We were especially moved to read your comments about why you first started supporting the Foundation, especially those who work...
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