There are a number of ways you can support and become involved with the Duke of Ed:
BECOME AN AWARD AMBASSADOR
Our Ambassadors are individual supporters who are both leaders and grassroot members of the community who use their talent, position and networks to promote the value, relevance and importance of The Duke of Ed for young people in Australia. Financial donations go directly to supporting disadvantaged young people participate in and access The Duke of Ed Program.
JOIN THE CHARTER FOR BUSINESS PROGRAM
Charter for Business allows businesses to support The Duke of Ed. Charter for Business members often support their own State or Territory, depending on the member’s area of interest. This can include funds going toward the following:
• Indigenous youth programs
• Juvenile justice programs
• New refugee programs
• Young people with disabilities
• Young people in regional or remote areas.
SPONSOR OUR PROGRAMS OR PROJECTS
We offer unique program sponsorship opportunities that deliver tangible and measurable benefits. We can help determine which program for disadvantaged youth would be best matched to your organisation to assist you in meeting your marketing, business and community objectives. The vital funding you provide helps us deliver The Duke of Ed across Australia.
OTHER WAYS
If you are a member of an agency or organisation that works with young people, you could run The Duke of Ed for the young people involved, Organise a fundraising event, make a donation, or Join The Duke of Ed Network to remain up to date with news, stories and important information.
“I work with Indigenous youth that are ‘at risk’ of having adverse contact with the criminal justice system. We have seen the immense change in the lives of these young people as a result of their participation in The Duke of Ed Award Program. Their self esteem has been significantly boosted. They have sought and been successful in achieving leadership positions at local, state and National levels. The youth justice clients have reduced their level of alcohol and substance abuse and the majority of those no longer commit crimes.”
Ms Melissa Bann, Youth Coordinator for West Cairns Indigenous Youth Empowerment Program which operates at Nintiringanyi Cultural Training Centre.
ALL DONATIONS OF $2 AND OVER ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE.
