In 2023, Telethon funded grants directly impacted:
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227,806 children 146,787 families 152,441 parents 1,520 schools |
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In 2023, Telethon funded grants directly impacted:
227,806
children
146,787
families
152,441
parents
1,520
schools
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Breaking the cycle of disadvantageWith the Parkerville Education, Employment and Training Program more than 95% of the students go on to complete apprenticeships, traineeships, jobs or further education. |
Building resilienceConstable Care has empowered more than 60,000 vulnerable children on protective behaviours, cyber safety, bullying, mental health and inclusion. |
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Kicking goalsThanks to the Football Futures Foundation and the WA Football Commission (Starkick), 17,800 families of all abilities had access to an inclusive sports community. |
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Seeing is believingIn 2022 there were no blind or vision impaired children under the age of 15 participating in sport and recreation activities here in WA. Blind Sports Australia have changed this statistic and created a tailored program ensuring 37 children can now participate. |
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Building healthy families101 parents now have the tools to be role models and raise resilient children due to Pregnancy to Parenthood therapeutic interventions supporting parental mental health. |
Food securityCombating the cost of living and ensuring children have access to vital food relief. OzHarvest and Foodbank WA have supported 25,200 children, 93 schools and provided 28,300 emergency meals, guaranteeing nutritious food was available across the State. |
Sharing joyBringing laughs, strength, respite and smiles to the faces of Perth’s most critically ill, Radio Lollipop, Starlight Children’s Foundation and the Humour Foundation visited 22,580 children in Perth Children’s Hospital. |
The gift of speech
EarBus Foundation of WA and Telethon Speech and Hearing visited Goldfields and Pilbara communities to provide 7,853 speech and hearing tests and screenings to support early intervention in communities.
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Research translationTelethon funded research was published in The National Healthy Skin Guideline 2nd Edition by TKI and PhotoVoice Practice Guide by Curtin University. |
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Commissioning inclusionSensorium Theatre improved wellbeing of 2004 children, providing an inclusive and immersive experience through the performing arts. |
Lifesaving supportAllergy Support Hub supported 185 families with education, counselling and community support. |
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Diving into life720 children with additional needs were able to make a splash through Ocean Heroes’ free surfing events, Superfins WA’s swimming lessons and the Rocky Bay AusSwim program. |
Time for fun and making friendsEdmund Rice Camps for Kids WA, Sony Foundation, Camp Autism and Camp Quality delivered 19 camps for vulnerable children and their families. |
Research partnershipsTogether, Telethon and the State Government granted more than $6.5M to 11 recipients through the WA Child Health Research Fund. |
Kids supporting kidsAutistic teens mentor autistic children through All Stars for Autism, improving the lives of 75 children in 2023. |
HealingAnglicare WA delivered 296 counselling sessions across Mandurah and Albany, providing vital support for children healing from trauma. |
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Dreams come trueMake-A-Wish Australia granted 26 wishes for WA children facing critical illness, from snow adventures to Australia Zoo! |
The gift of musicRedkite conducted around 400 individual music therapy sessions for children undergoing cancer treatment at Perth Children’s Hospital. |
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Source: Grant reporting received from Telethon beneficiaries between 01/12/2023 - 29/02/2024
Breaking the cycle of disadvantage
With the Parkerville Education, Employment and Training Program more than 95% of the students go on to complete apprenticeships, traineeships, jobs or further education.Building resilience
Constable Care has empowered more than 60,000 vulnerable children on protective behaviours, cyber safety, bullying, mental health and inclusion.Kicking goals
Thanks to the Football Futures Foundation and the WA Football Commission (Starkick), 17,800 families of all abilities had access to an inclusive sports community.Seeing is believing
In 2022 there were no blind or vision impaired children under the age of 15 participating in sport and recreation activities here in WA. Blind Sports Australia have changed this statistic and created a tailored program ensuring 37 children can now participate.Building healthy families
101 parents now have the tools to be role models and raise resilient children due to Pregnancy to Parenthood therapeutic interventions supporting parental mental health.Food security
Combating the cost of living and ensuring children have access to vital food relief. OzHarvest and Foodbank WA have supported 25,200 children, 93 schools and provided 28,300 emergency meals, guaranteeing nutritious food was available across the State.Sharing joy
Bringing laughs, strength, respite and smiles to the faces of Perth’s most critically ill, Radio Lollipop, Starlight Children’s Foundation and the Humour Foundation visited 22,580 children in Perth Children’s Hospital.The gift of speech
and hearing
EarBus Foundation of WA and Telethon Speech and Hearing visited Goldfields and Pilbara communities to provide 7,853 speech and hearing tests and screenings to support early intervention in communities.
Research translation
Telethon funded research was published in The National Healthy Skin Guideline 2nd Edition by TKI and PhotoVoice Practice Guide by Curtin University.Commissioning inclusion
Sensorium Theatre improved wellbeing of 2004 children, providing an inclusive and immersive experience through the performing arts.
Lifesaving support
Allergy Support Hub supported 185 families with education, counselling and community support.Diving into life
720 children with additional needs were able to make a splash through Ocean Heroes’ free surfing events, Superfins WA’s swimming lessons and the Rocky Bay AusSwim program.Time for fun and making friends
Edmund Rice Camps for Kids WA, Sony Foundation, Camp Autism and Camp Quality delivered 19 camps for vulnerable children and their families.Research partnerships
Together, Telethon and the State Government granted more than $6.5M to 11 recipients through the WA Child Health Research Fund.Kids supporting kids
Autistic teens mentor autistic children through All Stars for Autism, improving the lives of 75 children in 2023.Healing
Anglicare WA delivered 296 counselling sessions across Mandurah and Albany, providing vital support for children healing from trauma.Dreams come true
Make-A-Wish Australia granted 26 wishes for WA children facing critical illness, from snow adventures to Australia Zoo!The gift of music
Redkite conducted around 400 individual music therapy sessions for children undergoing cancer treatment at Perth Children’s Hospital.
Source: Grant reporting received from Telethon beneficiaries between 01/12/2023 - 29/02/2024
Why I Give
Even the smallest of donations can make an impact. Here’s how your generosity improves the lives of children in WA.
Why I Give
Even the smallest of donations can make an impact. Here’s how your generosity improves the lives of children in WA.
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