Kids Hope

Bringing HOPE through Australia’s largest early intervention school-based mentoring program.

24/08/2026

Behind the scenes of our Digital Mentor Training content in production. 🎥 Exciting things are coming. Captured by Priism Creative.

14/08/2026

"Our principal proudly displays our 10-Year Partnership Certificate in the school office, so the first thing people see when they walk through the door is that this is a Kids Hope school! ❤

He recently declared to the staff, "Kids Hope is truly changing student welfare at our school, with our vulnerable students being so supported by their mentors."

He is thrilled with the program's impact and is generously hosting a morning tea next week for the mentors, teachers, mentor children and their parents!"

-Stephen, Mentor and Coordinator, VIC

07/08/2026

Our friends at Rosefield Uniting Church are currently hosting a wonderful exhibition showcasing the beautiful quilts created through their children's and community programs. This stunning Kids Hope quilt, along with the colourful flags made by the children, highlights the creativity, connection, and care that these programs inspire. What a lovely event bringing people together and celebrating community spirit! ❤🤗🥰

26/07/2026

Kay, a chaplain supporting more than 900 students in just 12 hours a week, often felt overwhelmed by the needs around her.

When she heard her school would soon have a team of Kids Hope mentors, she was moved to tears. She knew immediately what it would mean: more care, more encouragement, and more one-to-one support for students doing it tough.

What a wonderful complement to her chaplaincy work, and a real gift to the school community.

20/07/2026

Mentors give so much to the children they support, and sometimes that care is returned in the sweetest ways. From an excited 8-year-old planning his mentor’s 90th birthday celebration at the school, to this handmade card for Betty (80), these moments remind us just how special intergenerational friendships can be. We’re pretty sure this was Betty’s favourite card of all! 🥰

12/07/2026

'Dear Kids Hope,

Our mentor kids were asked to write a card to their mentors during Volunteers Week.

Here's what *Ben made for me!

On the front of the card was a drawing of goal posts with two stick figures kicking the ball with the caption "GOAL"

Then on the inside:

"Dear Clive

Thank you for all that you do for me.

I have learnt a lot and you have helped me go through tough times and when I was sad.

(Happy face)

From *Ben"'

-Clive, Mentor, VIC (*child's has been changed)

Mentors, please continue to send in your stories and reflections, we LOVE THEM! And would love to keep sharing them to encourage everyone in the Kids Hope village!🥰

03/07/2026

"When I arrived 3 of the mentors were waiting for the kids to arrive. With a flurry they burst through the door with big grins. One of the young lads was meeting his mentor for the first time as he has been absent from school for the past month. Once he learnt he didn’t have to do any work his response was “cool” and off he went. An absolute delight to witness!

Whilst I was waiting to see the wellbeing officer, a 4th mentor arrived back at the office as she had just finished her session. Today they made choc chip cookies for the class!"

Anne, Coordinator, VIC

If you have an awesome story or reflection to share with our community, please email us! [email protected]

30/06/2026

"At morning tea on 26th June, the Kids Hope team from Mount Waverley Uniting Church marked a truly special milestone – 15 years of partnership with Mount Waverley Primary School.

Over the past 15 years, Kids Hope mentors have shown extraordinary dedication – turning up week after week, rain or shine – building relationships that are not just supportive, but truly life-changing. Their care, consistency and encouragement have made a profound difference in the lives of children.

Mount Waverley Primary School extends its heartfelt thanks to Danny, Christina, Kathy, David, Fran, Pam, Shirley, Semisi, Vanessa, and Bernadette. Each has brought kindness, joy, and hope into the school community, creating moments that matter and connections that last.

Together, they have mentored 56 students over the years – 56 young lives impacted in meaningful and lasting ways. Fifteen years of compassion. Fifteen years of connection. Fifteen years of life-changing impact!"

This was a letter of thanks from Mount Waverley Primary School to the team at Mount Waverley Uniting Church. (High Street Road and St John's Uniting Church)

Friends, there's only a few hours left of our EOFY Appeal. Your tax-deductible donation today will help train more mentors like Kathy and her awesome team to bring this life-changing program into schools where it’s urgently needed.

Donate today or please like and share this post with someone in your world who can. https://kidshope.org.au/donation/eofy2026

Every gift helps bring Kids Hope to more schools—so more children facing vulnerability can experience the care, connection, and compassion of a dedicated mentor.

Please give generously to our EOFY Appeal:
https://kidshope.org.au/donation/eofy2026

26/06/2026

Here's a message from a former Kids Hope participant—now an adult—shared with the church community where the mentor served, in celebration of their 15-year partnership with the school.

"The Kids Hope program was such a memorable experience for me. During my primary school years, I have key memories of the times spent with my mentor and I feel that connection played a massive role in helping me identify my passions and purpose. Thank you to everyone involved with the program and I am so excited to see it grow in the future!" -Jake

Friends, please help us to make a difference in more children’s lives, just like Jake’s. Our EOFY Appeal is well underway, and we’d love your support. Every contribution helps expand Kids Hope into more schools, so more children facing vulnerability can experience the care, connection, and compassion of a dedicated mentor. https://kidshope.org.au/donation/eofy2026

Give today as part of our EOFY Appeal; or like and share this post so someone in your world can!
https://kidshope.org.au/donation/eofy2026

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