Stop the pain of trauma from defining a child's life with a monthly donation
Become a Best Buddy to help provide ongoing therapy and support on the long road to heal, recover and thrive.
Ashton's story of hope and healing. Made possible by caring Best Buddies.
"I doubt my brother Grant and I could have stayed strong without the support that Best Buddies made possible." - Ashton
Ashton's father murdered his mum in a brutal act of violence when he was 15 years old.
Ashton and his six-year old brother, Grant, were left heartbroken and alone until the Alannah & Madeline Foundation came into their lives.
With the help of a dedicated case worker, who listened to and spoke up for their needs, the brothers found support. Their case worker guided them through their father's sentencing, arranged counselling and helped with Grant's medical care.
As a Best Buddy, you're supporting children every step of the way
Without expert, ongoing support, the impacts of unprocessed trauma can last a lifetime.
As a Best Buddy, your regular monthly gift will help provide children with ongoing, professional therapy and support on the journey to healing and recovery.
Your generous donations support a child's journey of healing in many ways
Connection
Your monthly gifts can help children impacted by violence to foster trust, social skills, positive relationships, and self-confidence by connecting them with schools, sports teams, and community groups.
Education
Trauma can prevent children from achieving their potential at school, leading to lifelong impacts. Your support enables Children Ahead therapists to work with schools and families to help children overcome learning obstacles caused by experiencing violence.
Health
Children impacted by trauma can present at school with developmental delays and health issues. Your reliable gifts help Children Ahead case workers connect children with specialists, enabling them to catch up to their peers and reach their potential.
Family wellbeing
Supporting parents and carers to understand how trauma impacts their child’s behaviour helps them learn to respond in a more positive and effective way. Your kind donations can help make that possible.
Wellbeing & life skills
Speaking about their experiences and feelings is vital for a child living with trauma. As a Best Buddy, you provide therapeutic tools and activities that help children build self-esteem, resilience, and manage emotions to support their healing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when I become a Best Buddy monthly supporter?
Generous Best Buddies just like you are helping to make a difference in the lives of children across Australia who have been impacted by devasting pain of violence and trauma.
By becoming a Best Buddy, you are supporting the work of the Alannah & Madeline Foundation by making an automatic donation every month by credit card.
Your ongoing support means we can be there for children facing crisis in Australia when they need it most – ensuring the pain of trauma doesn’t define their lives.
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes, all donations to the Alannah & Madeline Foundation over $2 are tax deductible.
Will I receive a receipt?
Absolutely! After you sign up to become a Best Buddy, your first gift is deducted on the day, and you will receive a receipt by email.
At the end of the financial year, we will send you an annual receipt detailing your donations over the past financial year.
Where does my donation go?
As a Best Buddy, your monthly donations to the Alannah & Madeline Foundation will help deliver ongoing, expert support to children impacted by violence and trauma on their long road to healing and recovery.
Without your reliable donations – and the ongoing, intensive support you make possible – the trauma caused by extreme violence can ripple out into every area of a child’s life. And the impacts of unprocessed trauma can last a lifetime.
As a Best Buddy, your monthly gifts mean children can get the individually tailored care they need, in the place they feel most comfortable. With your support, the Alannah & Madeline Foundation’s case workers can work with more children – as well as the adults in their life – for as long as they need to feel comfortable, open up and start processing their trauma.
When will my donation be deducted?
Your first donation will be deducted when you sign up to become a Best Buddy monthly donor. Your next (and subsequent) donations will be deducted on the date that you choose.
Can I pause or make changes to my monthly donation?
Yes! Whether you'd like to reduce your monthly donation amount, pause your gift for a few months, or change your contact or credit card details, simply contact our friendly team.
You can email us at supporters@amf.org.au or call 1300 720 747 between 9am and 5pm AEST, Monday to Friday. When contacting us, kindly provide your full name, phone number, and email address. For your security, please do not include credit card details in your emails.
