Connecting Generations for School Success

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Since 2016, with the generous support of the Alcoa Foundation, EdConnect has been driving the ‘Connecting Generations for School Success’ project across Kwinana, Peel, and the Upper South West.

In 2024, EdConnect Australia has renewed its successful partnership with the Alcoa Foundation, ensuring three more years of transformative impact in Australian schools. With a generous grant of $350,000 USD, this collaboration will supercharge the ‘Connecting Generations for School Success’ project, reaching more young people across Kwinana, Peel, and the upper South West regions and establishing the program in Portland, Victoria.

Our aim is simple: to grow our school volunteer program so even more young people get the emotional, social, and academic boost they need to thrive.

How can you get involved?

• Join a Breakfast Club Team: Can you make toast? Drop in before you start your day and help students to start their day full and ready to learn.
• Listen to Students Read: Share your love of reading and enhance student literacy as you enjoy reading together.
• Assist in a Classroom: Use your communication skills to support academic achievement and enjoyment plus support our teachers.
• Mentor a Student: Use your life skills to boost their confidence and self-esteem.

The Alcoa Foundation

Alcoa Foundation invests where resources company Alcoa has a presence, partnering with communities to address local needs and opportunities in a sustainable manner. The foundation provides supports for programs that protect and preserve the environment and that promote equitable access to education and skills-building opportunities.