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SchoolAid & Jetstar JOIN FORCES!
17 August 2010
In an Australian first, SchoolAid and Australian low fares airline JETSTAR have joined forces to collaborate on the inaugural KIDS HELPING KIDS AWARDS, established to recognise and reward schools-based philanthropy.
Jetstar General Manager Marketing and PR, David May said SchoolAid was a terrific way to align Jetstar's already established World Vision 'StarKids' program with SchoolAid's work to benefit children in the disadvantaged Asian communities they service.
"Jetstar is very proud to partner with SchoolAid in this unique Awards program, fostering positive change in school communities both here and abroad," Mr May said. "We see our alignment with SchoolAid as an extension of our commitment to our World Vision StarKids partnership that helps children to enjoy a brighter future in the Asian destinations we fly to. It's a great way to highlight the needs of children in these areas of the world who need our help and encourage Australian kids to lend their support."
"We're certain that through specific SchoolAid projects and our support of the Kids Helping Helping Kids Awards, we'll be able to significantly benefit these StarKids communities for many years to come."
SchoolAid Founder, Sean Gordon on ABC radio!
13 August 2010
AND.... check out some inspiring videos made especially for you by some of our fabulous SchoolAid Ambassadors!
- Steve Crombie
- Anne Sargeant
- Andrew Daddo
- Stone Parade
- Sara Haghdoosti
Julia Gillard supports SchoolAid
2 August 2010
"I am pleased to extend my support to the SchoolAid 2010 Kids Helping Kids Awards. SchoolAid is an exceptional organisation that encourages and supports teachers, principals, students and whole school communities to unite and raise money for children that are in a less fortunate situation. Sadly, there are children that live in very difficult circumstances and many families struggle to meet the demands of everyday life. It is important for us to recognise this and extend a helping hand.
The Kids Helping Kids Awards scheme is a fitting way to acknowledge the hard work, generosity and compassion that has been extended by school communities to those in need. It is typical of the Australian spirit to donate time, effort and money and lend a hand when times are tough. SchoolAid facilitates the generosity of school communities and helps put their fundraising ideas into action.
There are a myriad of benefits that come with being involved in a fundraising activity; it connects communities, promotes social activity, broadens our understanding of our diverse society, enables our compassion to be put into action and most importantly benefits children in need. I encourage all schools to get involved, be proud of your achievements and celebrate the generosity of Australians for those in need."
~ Prime Minister Julia Gillard MP
NEW SchoolAid DVD - kids helping kids in crisis
1 June 2010
Check out our EXCITING Cartoon Network Kids Helping Kids Awards TV Commercial!
5 May 2010
(kindly produced by our partners, Cartoon Network)
A STAR PARTICIPANT... Drummoyne Public School!
1 April 2010
A huge thank you to Drummoyne Public School for having us to visit yesterday. We had the pleasure of meeting their Principal, SRC Co-ordinator (and teacher) as well as 10 enthusiastic and passionate boys and girls from years 2 to 7.
Drummoyne Public School believes in building a firm values education amongst its students, and has participated in SchoolAid's Burma, China, Victorian Bushfires and Haiti Emergency Appeals.
WHAT A STAR SCHOOL! Thank you for your support of SchoolAid!
View our SchoolAid video here!
24 February 2010
The Haiti Earthquake Emergency Appeal
14 January 2010
Click here for more information on how you can get involved and make a difference in these children's lives.
The Asia Pacific Emergency Appeal Launched
1 October 2009
Click here for more information on this appeal, and details on how you can get involved.
The Kids' Desk Drive Launched
30 June 2009
Click here for more information on this appeal, and details on how you can get involved.
Quarter 1 Newsletter released
1 April 2009
The SchoolAid Quarter 1 Newsletter for 2009 has been released. Please click here to download.
Victorian Bushfires Emergency Appeal
9 February 2009
SchoolAid launches Victorian Bushfires Emergency Appeal in response to the bushfires ravaging Victoria. Please go to the Victorian Bushfires Emergency Appeal page for more information.
Burma Emergency Appeal / China Earthquake Appeal - media coverage
1 November 2008
For newspaper clippings, stories and media coverage, check out our School Aid in the News page!
2GB SchoolAid Angels campaign
1 October 2008
The 2GB SchoolAid Angels campaign was a success! Students were given a voice on the issues of bullying and violence. Students submitted radio scripts on the subject for a chance to record their scripts live in 2GB studios!
View winners and information here.
SchoolAid helps Burmese kids back to school
3 June 2008
Thank you to the many schools who have already supported our Burma Emergency Appeal, following the devastation of Cyclone Nargis. We have been amazed by your brilliant fundraising and heart-felt messages of hope.
Funds raised by Australian schools through the Appeal will be directed toward the purchase of specially designed school kits, containing exercise books, pens, pencils and other materials. These are necessary to allow education to restart in one of the hardest hit regions, the Eastern Irrawaddy Delta, where up to 100,000 children were severely affected by the cyclone. As well as raising funds for these kits, Australian schools can continue to send messages of condolence and solidarity.
While normal schooling is still a distant reality for many kids in Burma, establishing temporary schooling as quickly as possible will help these kids regain a sense of normalcy and cope with the tragedy they have experienced.
SchoolAid has formed a partnership with internationally respected development agency, Save the Children, and can guarantee that the school kits and messages, will reach the cyclone-affected children. Save the Children has been working in Burma for 13 years and responded on the ground with 500 staff, immediately after Cyclone Nargis struck. Save the Children is a lead organisation in rebuilding education in post disaster situations and will also ensure that the school kits are used by Burmese students.
Messages of Hope for Burma and China
12 May 2008
SchoolAid launches Messages of Hope initiative in response to both the China earthquake and the Burma cyclone. Many schools around Australia respond by sending in messages of condolence, solidarity and support to victims of both these disasters. Read some of the Messages of Hope here.
Burma Emergency Appeal launched
6 May 2008
SchoolAid launches Burma Emergency Appeal in response to Cyclone Nargis. Read SchoolAid's media release here.
Schools around Australia rally to the cause. To find out more about this SchoolAid appeal and get involved click here.
RT @MummysWishInc: Our target markets and audience for these events would be 25-50 year old women - who wants their product or service in front of 10,000 women - about 1 months ago
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