News
7 March, 2024
Supporting students impacted by poverty
The Moreton community has helped Officeworks stores at Morayfield, Rothwell and Strathpine to provide essential education support to 34 children impacted by poverty.
Officeworks Morayfield raised more than $7,300, and Officeworks Rothwell raised more than $5,800, while Officeworks Strathpine raised more than $10,000 for children’s education charity The Smith Family.
From December 26 to February 11, these three Moreton-based Officeworks stores contributed to the $1.3 million raised by Officeworks stores across the nation during the Officeworks’ 2024 Back to School Appeal.
The funds go to The Smith Family’s Learning for Life sponsorship program, helping 2,000 children and families impacted by poverty to afford the cost of their child’s essential school supplies like uniforms, books and excursions.
Additionally, the program provides personal support and extra educational programs to help students stay motivated and connected to their learning.
Due to the Officeworks partnership with The Smith Family spanning more than a decade, Officeworks’ customers and team members have contributed more than $9 million through the retailer’s annual Back to School Appeal.
This has enabled The Smith Family to provide more than 14,000 one-year Learning for Life scholarships for students across Australia.
The Smith Family chief executive officer (CEO) Doug Taylor said, “We are so grateful for the ongoing support of Officeworks, their generous customers and passionate team members, who have come together to support young Australians with their education.
“When young people start school without the essentials they need to keep up with their peers, they risk falling behind and disengaging from their learning.
“With this long term, wrap-around support, even more students will be able to stay engaged at school and make the very most of their education.”
Officeworks Strathpine store business manager Ann-Marie Moss said, “We would like to thank each and every customer and team member who contributed to this year’s appeal and supported The Smith Family’s Learning for Life sponsorship program and the vital work it does in enabling all Aussie children to have fair access to education.”
