Australia for UNHCR’s Schools Fundraising Program

About Australia for UNHCR's Schools Fundraising Program

Australia for UNHCR's Schools Fundraising Program provides all Australian schools with an opportunity to support the global work of the UN Refugee Agency, learn about refugee issues around the world and get students involved in fun and creative fundraising events and activities.

"Include the UN Refugee Agency in your fundraising activities in 2007. Your support will provide much needed assistance to people all over the world who have been forced from their homes and desperately need your help" Jane Turner, Australia for UNHCR Special Representative. 

Some fundraising activities your school may wish to organise:

•·          A student art exhibition with an entry fee;

•·          Live like a refugee for a day;

•·          A community fundraising event such as a school fete, trivia night etc;  

•·          A sponsored activity such as a walkathon, fun run or a ‘camp for refugees' night.

Examples of emergency relief items your school can provide to refugee families in need:

$25  can cover the cost of full medical check-ups for 20 refugee children

$90  can provide emergency shelter for ten refugee families

$114  can purchase one all-season tent to protect a family of five

$210  can provide enough blankets to keep 150 children warm on freezing winter nights

$360  can sink a well to provide clean, safe drinking water