Stories

Each year, thousands of these children and
their families turn to Variety for support
when they need it most.
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Help when it is needed most

Every child deserves the chance to play, learn and live life to the fullest.
For some families, raising a child with a disability brings lifelong challenges and unexpected costs. Essential care, therapy, or equipment can be out of reach even when it means everything to their child’s independence and wellbeing.

That’s where Variety steps in — helping to bridge the gap so every child can thrive, belong and live without limits.
Grant Recipient Arlo Happy in his home
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Arlo

With courage, resilience, and support from Variety Tasmania, young Arlo has overcome rare congenital challenges and is now thriving, ready to take on the world with a smile.

Grant recipient Huda happy in her mothers arms
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Huda

With help from a Variety Mobility Equipment Grant, two-year-old Huda now has a special stroller that gives her comfort, safety, and freedom. For her family, it’s meant more than mobility — it’s brought joy, dignity, and the chance to enjoy life beyond hospital walls.

Grant story - good surf taking wheelchair into the water
Meet
Good Surf

When James was keen to expand their programs to include local children living with a disability, he turned to Variety for support.

Grant story Cale riding his specialised bike
Meet
Cale

“We were trying to find the right physio, OT, speech therapist… We didn’t know much about cerebral palsy at the time, but we knew we wanted to give Cale every chance to reach his potential.”

Grant story - Kimberly 9s team huddled up
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Kimberley 9s

The Kimberley 9s is more than a game of football it’s a community initiative that uses sport to keep kids engaged in school. 

Variety grant, Story dogs at a Tasmanian school
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Story dogs

StoryDogs is helping kids build confidence and a love of reading, one furry friend at a time. Supported by Variety Tasmania, these special dog teams make reading fun, calm, and full of joy for children across the state.

Grant recipient isabella happily playing keyboard and singing
Meet
Isabella

Legally blind since birth, Isabella’s love of music lights the way. With her band Clear Vision, this talented young performer turns challenge into creativity — inspiring others with every note she plays.

Grant recipient Jack seeing his new years for the first time with huge smile on his face
Meet
Jack

With support from Variety, Jack became the first child in the world to receive two 3D-printed ears. Now, he’s a happy, confident boy who loves sport, school, and life — showing what’s possible when care and opportunity come together.

Together, we can make sure no child is left behind.

Each year, thousands of children receive life-changing support through Variety and many more still need our help.

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