All children deserve the same opportunity in life.
For 95 years, Variety - the Children’s Charity has been helping children who are sick, experiencing disadvantage, or living with a disability to reach their full potential.
Variety is here to fill the gaps where others can't. Our life-changing work allows kids to gain mobility, get out and about in the community, communicate, achieve independence and increase their self-esteem. We make sure the kids who miss out can always join in.
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Get on the road
Join one of our famous motoring events - travel the outback in a 30 year old car in the Variety Bash, hit the dirt tracks on the Variety 4WD Adventure or enjoy some quality family time on the Variety Brats Bash!
Join an event
With our history in the entertainment industry, we're famous for our fabulous events! From the Variety Great Grand Final Lunch, Women of Melbourne to foodie heaven at Eat Street Melbourne - we've got something for everyone!
Fundraise
Get active, challenge yourself, live stream, host a morning tea, raise money for your birthday or in memory of a loved one. However you choose to support kids in need, we're here to help with ideas, tips, tricks & resources.
Your Impact
Your fundraising provides support in four key areas
Grants
We grant tangible equipment, educational resources and technology to help kids and organisations.
Programs
We run programs like Variety SHINE to help kids keep up in the classroom and empower their future.
Scholarships
We give scholarships in arts, education and sport to encourage the talents of kids experiencing disadvantage.
Kids Events
We run kids events to bring laughter, joy and inclusion into the lives of kids who may otherwise miss out.
Meet Seth and Teagan
Variety - the Children's Charity assisted twins Seth and Teagan with an iPad, new bike and invites to free Variety kids' events. Watch the video to hear from their mum Tanya and big brother Jordan as they share their Variety story.
Meet Liam
Liam took part in an Iron Man comp, raising $11,000!
Liam said on choosing to fundraise for Variety "I've always thought because I am able-bodied, I could support those who might not be. In particular, kids. It's hard to be a parent, and when you're faced with challenges that Variety kids and families are experiencing, this would be even harder."
Liam has a powerful message for Variety kids: "I want you to know that you are not alone, that there are people out there that are behind you. It might be tough, but it doesn't mean it's a no. It doesn't mean that you can't."
Other Ways You Can Help
Give Today
Our work allows kids to gain mobility, to get out and about in the community, to communicate, achieve independence and increase their self-esteem. We make sure the kids who miss out, can always join in. Give today and make a difference.
Be a Hero with Heart
Be a Hero with Heart to help kids in need, now and into the future. By giving monthly, you become a Hero with Heart, joining a passionate community of people investing in a shared vision of a future where all kids get a fair go.
Volunteer
Giving your time is such a rewarding way to help kids in need. You’ll experience first-hand the joy of making a big difference to a child’s life - you can volunteer at an event like our Variety Kids Xmas Party, kids program or in the office!
Let's stay in touch!
Contact us on (03) 8698 3900 or email fundraising@varietyvic.org.au to discuss your ideas, get fundraising assistance and more!
