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Uluru Tertiary & Further Education Support Fund

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The East West Foundation of Australia (TEWFA) carries out life-changing work in health, education, conservation and community development in rural South India. At the Uluru Children’s Home the Foundation provides shelter and care to 40-plus destitute children from the surrounding areas. Most of the children come from impoverished backgrounds, have no family support and received little or no formal education prior to their arrival at Uluru. At TEWFA we believe the best way to lift a child out of poverty is through education. The children attend local schools, are provided with additional tuition and participate in extracurricular activities such as dance, music and life skills workshops. Our staff work with each child individually through their secondary school years to find an appropriate post-school pathway to suit their interests and aptitudes.

HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT. Completing secondary school and taking the next steps to independence is a huge change for these young people – we cannot abandon them at such a critical time in their development. The Foundation is inviting individuals and groups to come together to support students in a life-changing and personal way – by supporting them to complete further studies over a 1-3 year period. TEWFA needs your help to ensure our students have the opportunity to attend higher studies, by covering fees and other costs like accommodation and transport. Together we can provide these young people - whose early lives were characterised by trauma and loss - with a chance to continue their education, giving them the best chance of a secure and positive future.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO EDUCATION ONE STUDENT? Depending on fees and location of the college/school and associated living costs, it is expected that financial support for one student will cost between $800 and $2000 annually. Donors can choose to make a general donation towards the education fund – which will be distributed to cover the expenses of all current students – or to sponsor total costs for an individual student. Example costs of students in the 2019-20 academic year include:

  • Saraswathi* - Bachelor of Education. $1050 tuition and $850 boarding annually. $1900/year or $160/month
  • Sooriya* - Diploma in Office Management. $350 tuition and $625 transport annually. $975/year or $80/month

*Names changed to protect identity of students

Will we be kept informed of student progress? TEWFA will send all donors twice-yearly updates on how students are progressing. 

How can I find out more? Please email admin@tewfa.org.au to find out more about the Uluru Tertiary & Further Education Support Fund

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2nd Floor, Ross House 247 Flinders Lane
MELBOURNE VIC, 3000
0396500514

Are donations tax deductible?

Yes

Will I receive a receipt for my donation?

Yes, as soon as your donation is processed.

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The East West Foundation of Australia (TEWFA) carries out life-changing work in health, education, conservation and community development in rural South India. At the Uluru Children’s Home the Foundation provides shelter and care to 40-plus destitute children from the surrounding areas. Most of the children come from impoverished backgrounds, have no family support and received little or no formal education prior to their arrival at Uluru. At TEWFA we believe the best way to lift a child out of poverty is through education. The children attend local schools, are provided with additional tuition and participate in extracurricular activities such as dance, music and life skills workshops. Our staff work with each child individually through their secondary school years to find an appropriate post-school pathway to suit their interests and aptitudes.

HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT. Completing secondary school and taking the next steps to independence is a huge change for these young people – we cannot abandon them at such a critical time in their development. The Foundation is inviting individuals and groups to come together to support students in a life-changing and personal way – by supporting them to complete further studies over a 1-3 year period. TEWFA needs your help to ensure our students have the opportunity to attend higher studies, by covering fees and other costs like accommodation and transport. Together we can provide these young people - whose early lives were characterised by trauma and loss - with a chance to continue their education, giving them the best chance of a secure and positive future.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO EDUCATION ONE STUDENT? Depending on fees and location of the college/school and associated living costs, it is expected that financial support for one student will cost between $800 and $2000 annually. Donors can choose to make a general donation towards the education fund – which will be distributed to cover the expenses of all current students – or to sponsor total costs for an individual student. Example costs of students in the 2019-20 academic year include:

  • Saraswathi* - Bachelor of Education. $1050 tuition and $850 boarding annually. $1900/year or $160/month
  • Sooriya* - Diploma in Office Management. $350 tuition and $625 transport annually. $975/year or $80/month

*Names changed to protect identity of students

Will we be kept informed of student progress? TEWFA will send all donors twice-yearly updates on how students are progressing. 

How can I find out more? Please email admin@tewfa.org.au to find out more about the Uluru Tertiary & Further Education Support Fund

My CrowdRaiser
Start your own 'CrowdRaiser' page to show your support!
CrowdRaise now

Contact details

2nd Floor, Ross House 247 Flinders Lane
MELBOURNE VIC, 3000
0396500514

Are donations tax deductible?

Yes

Will I receive a receipt for my donation?

Yes, as soon as your donation is processed.