Bunbury Back to School Appeal raises $11,400 for Smith Family’s Learning for Life program

The Bunbury community has help meet the essential education needs of 17 children impacted by poverty by raising more than $11,400 for a children’s education charity. The Smith Family and Officeworks Bunbury’s Back to School Appeal was held between December 26 and February 11 with local efforts contributing to the total $1.3 million raised across the nation. Those funds go to The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program which helps families with the cost of essential school supplies like uniforms, books and excursions. It also provides personal support and extra educational programs to help students stay motivated and connected to their learning. The Smith Family CEO Doug Taylor said the team behind the cause was grateful for the support. “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,” he said. “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 Bunbury business manager Stephen Moore said the team was proud to have helped raise more than $11,400 for the cause.