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The Pyjama Foundation

At The Pyjama Foundation, we provide children in foster care the opportunity to change the direction of their lives with learning, life skills and confidence. Through the Love of Learning program, volunteers called ‘Pyjama Angels’ are recruited, screened, trained and then matched with a child in care and spend time with them once a week, focusing on learning-based activities. Pyjama Angels read books aloud with their child, play educational games and help children with their homework. Most importantly, the volunteers give foster children a chance to reach their life potential, despite a fragile start. Children in care have the lowest education outcomes nationally. By improving their learning skills, The Pyjama Foundation is making a positive, life-long impact.

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Upcoming Events

Show your support for kids in foster care at our upcoming events!

Sydney Gala Ball – Saturday 11 May 2019
Join us for an incredible evening of entertainment, networking and fundraising at The Pyjama Foundation’s Sydney Charity Ball to support children in foster care.

National Pyjama Day – Friday 19 July 2019
National Pyjama Day is all about wearing your favourite PJ’s to help The Pyjama Foundation raise much-needed awareness and funds for children in foster care. Register your school or organisation today!

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Carers influential in allowing kids in care reach full potential

Eight years ago, foster carer Penny Hallett’s desire for equal opportunities for all children saw her dedicate her life to providing care. Inspired by her experience as a volunteer for The Pyjama Foundation, Penny and her husband began to explore the idea of becoming foster carers. In 2008, Penny’s journey began when she was matched […]

Townsville volunteer helps preppie soar

Back to school after the holiday break can be a terrifying time for many children, particularly those in the foster care system. But thanks to dedicated Townsville Pyjama Angel volunteer Robyn Narratone one child’s experience has been far more positive. Lexi* was just two-years-old when Robyn was first matched as her Pyjama Angel. Fast forward […]

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9 May

If you're unable to join us at our Sydney Gala Ball this weekend but you still want to support us, we have some exciting news. Our raffle tickets for the night are now available to purchase online! Purchase yours today: https://t.co/5WZ13zA1tj

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1 May

Our Sydney Gala Ball is coming up on the 11 May at the Sofitel Wentworth Sydney! It will be a night filled with decadent meals, extravagant prizes and free flowing drinks. If you would like more info or to come along, head to https://t.co/Hertig0YNY.

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21 Mar

🌱 Children may be more likely to eat vegetables that they grow themselves
🌱 Planting a garden serves as a science lesson
🌱 Tending a garden teaches responsibility, concentration & patience.

Check out some more great benefits of gardening with kids ⬇️
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11 Mar

Do you love Trivia or do you know someone who just can't get enough? Enjoy an evening of 10 brain-straining rounds all for a good cause. Invite your friends and purchase your tickets today before they sell out:
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27 Feb

What great words from a Pyjama Angel! If you are looking to helping out in your community this year, consider the @PJ_Foundation's Love of Learning Program — read to and mentor a child in care. Find out more at https://t.co/piIDyrqEZb

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19 Feb

The absolutely heartbreaking realities of the life of a child in care. And exactly the reason why our Program can and will make the biggest difference. 🌈

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Child and Family QLD @childfamilyqld·

8 Feb

Amy Jandrisevits, wrote her Masters thesis on the 'healing power of play,' noting how important it is for children to be personally represented in imaginative play. Now, she makes hand-crafted dolls that look exactly like their owners-to-be.

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8 Feb

A beautiful quote, extremely pertinent to the benefits of our Love of Learning program. If you're interested in coming on board as a volunteer, please visit: https://t.co/IsJnhdaUR0

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