Your gift will provide books and support to help a child in need develop their early literacy skills.

Right now, 1.2m young Australians are facing the risk of falling behind in their literacy skills due to disadvantage. Without the proper support, these children are more likely to struggle with reading and communication, limiting their ability to thrive in school and beyond.

This is where you can help. Through The Smith Family’s Let's Read program, your donation will provide essential book packs to help children develop their early literacy skills—giving them a chance to catchup on their learning journey.

To ensure these children receive the crucial boost they need, we urgently require your assistance to raise $150,000 to fund 6,000 book packs.

For just $25, you can provide a book pack and make a lasting difference in a child’s life. Your gift will equip them with the tools they need to read, grow, and unlock their potential.

A book is a gift that keeps giving, especially for a child eager to learn.

Donate now and help change the future for a child in need.

Donate a book pack to help a child in need learn how to read.

Donate now to provide a Let's Read resource pack to help a child experiencing disadvantage improve their reading skills and give them the start they deserve.

The Challenge

Poverty’s reach extends well beyond financial struggles. By restricting a child's access to learning support and resources, it can affect their ability to learn and succeed.

In families facing financial hardship, basic needs like food and rent take priority over educational resources, leaving children without the tools they need to thrive. Books and learning materials often become luxuries that disadvantaged families simply can’t afford.

Without early literacy support, children from disadvantaged backgrounds are at greater risk of starting school behind their peers in reading and communication skills. These fundamental building blocks are crucial to their long-term success in school—and without them, these children face an uphill battle.

If we don’t act early, these children may never have the opportunity to reach their full potential or achieve their dreams.

The Solution

You can make a lasting impact on a child’s future by supporting their early literacy development and fostering a love for reading. But it’s not just about providing a book—it’s about giving families the resources they need to be active participants in their child’s learning journey.

Your donation of a Let's Read book pack empowers both children and their caregivers. In addition to a carefully selected children's book, the pack includes valuable tools to help parents and caregivers support their child’s reading development. With your help, these families will have the guidance and encouragement they need to nurture a lifelong love of reading.

When you contribute a book pack, you provide:

• A thoughtfully chosen children's book tailored to the child’s age
• A laminated tip sheet for parents, offering practical advice on how to engage their child with reading
• A curated list of suggested books to continue the learning journey
• An informative guide on reading with young children
• A fridge magnet to serve as a daily reminder of the importance of reading
• A family survey to collect feedback and improve future support

To ensure inclusivity, these materials are available in 10 different languages, and we provide reading tips designed specifically for Indigenous families. By giving a book pack, you’re not just helping a child—you’re empowering entire families to embrace reading and learning together.