Back to School
2026 Appeal
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our Back to School Appeal.
Our 2026 Back to School appeal has come to a close and your donation has helped local children begin the school year with confidence, dignity and the essentials they need to learn and thrive.
South Australia now has the highest child poverty rate in the nation at 18.3%. That means almost one in five children are starting school without the basics they need to learn, participate and feel confident.
Your gift has helped kids walk into school feeling ready.
Locals still need our support throughout the year
If you’d like to support our work year-round, we encourage you to set up a regular donation from as little as $20 a month.
You can be assured 100 per cent of your donation goes directly to those who need it.
In-kind donations are gratefully received at our Emergency Relief Centre, 58 Dale Street, Port Adelaide (between 9am and 3pm, Monday to Friday). Please note that we can only accept new and unused in-kind donations.
Are you keen to help in a different way?
Contact our Fundraising and Partnerships team to learn more about how you can partner with us to make an impact:
E: fundraisingandpartnerships@unitingsa.com.au
P: (08) 8440 2200
Help local children in need start the school year with confidence.
Your donation to UnitingSA’s 2026 Back to School Appeal will help local children begin the school year with confidence, dignity and the essentials they need to learn and thrive.
South Australia now has the highest child poverty rate in the nation at 18.3%. That means almost one in five children are starting school without the basics they need to learn, participate and feel confident.
A simple backpack. A pair of shoes. A set of pencils.
For many families doing it tough, these essentials are out of reach — but your generosity can change that.
Your gift helps kids walk into school feeling ready.
Donate online
All donations $2 and above are tax deductible.
You can also call (08) 8440 2200 to make a donation, or email fundraisingandpartnerships@unitingsa.com.au for further options.
Donate school supplies
While financial donations allow us to respond quickly and purchase exactly what’s needed, we also appreciate new and unused donations, including:
- Backpacks
- Pencil cases
- Drink bottles
- Lunch boxes
- Stationery sets
- Colouring and craft packs
- Calculators
- Diaries
- Sports gear
- Tech accessories
- School hats
Donations can be delivered to our Emergency Relief Centre, 58 Dale Street, Port Adelaide, between 9am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.
Stories of impact
Did you know more than 2,000 people call on our Emergency Relief Services each year?
Here’s how your donation helps change people’s lives.
