How we help kids

Variety – the Children’s Charity is dedicated to empowering kids who are sick, disadvantaged or living with a disability. Our work allows children to gain mobility, freedom, get out and about in the community, communicate, achieve independence and increase self-esteem.

If we can help your family, please check out our range of support options and inclusivity programs below.

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Grants

We deliver practical help with medical and mobility equipment, technology, educational resources, essential personal items such as nappies and feeding appliances, and learning aids. We also provide items such as trampolines and swing sets to help with home therapy as well as wigs for kids with permanent hair loss. Grants are available for individuals or community organisations.

Read more here about what our support often looks like!

Our 2024-2025 grant round is now open:

Apply for an Individual Grant

Apply for a Community Grant

Apply for a Wig Grant

FUNDamentals for SCHOOL KIDS

Variety Heart Scholarships

Variety gives kids scholarships to encourage their achievements and to provide support to help them reach their full potential and follow their dreams.

The Variety Heart Scholarships support kids with an existing talent across the arts, education and sport.

Scholarship applications for 2024 have closed – but will be back soon. Please get in touch with our Kids Support Manager us for more info.

Programs

We offer inclusive programs to encourage participation, providing opportunities for kids to shine. Our programs include the Variety Kids Choir, Abilities Unleashed Kids Sports Days, Variety Kids Sports Camp, Youth Ambassadors, Financial Literacy Program and Bikes for Kids. More info via links below.

Experiences

We host events where kids can make new friends, have fun, relax, and create special memories with their families. A highlight on our calendar is the Children’s Christmas Party in Brisbane. We also provide experiences for kids in the form of tickets to sports games, movies, and in many other ways. Get in touch or check our socials for more info.

Impact Partners

Variety partners with organisations to achieve our shared goal of improving the lives of children living with a disability or in disadvantaged circumstances.

Kids Support Links