Little Stars Foundation Pty Ltd

Little Stars Foundation Pty Ltd (ABN: 48602704781RR0001) is an Australian nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children living in foster, kinship, and residential care in Queensland. The foundation’s mission is to improve educational and life outcomes for these vulnerable children through early intervention and tailored learning support programs.

Overview

Based in South East Queensland, Little Stars Foundation provides educational support scholarships that enable children to participate in its signature program, the Little Stars Learners program. This program offers one-on-one, flexible, in-home tutoring and well-being assistance designed specifically to meet the needs of children and young people who have experienced abuse, neglect, or displacement due to their care circumstances. Their efforts focus on children living in out-of-home care arrangements including foster and kinship care, with additional attention given to children with specific learning challenges such as ADHD, ASD, Dyslexia, and PTSD.

Mission and Impact

The foundation operates with the conviction that a child's starting environment should not dictate their future opportunities. Its core mission is to provide early intervention education support to enable brighter futures for children in out-of-home care. Since inception, Little Stars Foundation has granted over $1.27 million in educational scholarships and delivered more than 25,000 hours of individualized learning support. These programs aim not only to boost academic achievement but also to foster emotional and social well-being.

Programs

• Little Stars Learners Program: A personalized educational support initiative providing one-on-one home tutoring for children in foster and kinship care. The program is designed to be flexible to accommodate the varied needs and circumstances of participating children.
• Scholarships: Financial aid is offered to families and carers to access the program’s educational services.
• Support for Special Needs: The foundation caters specifically to children with neurodiverse conditions and trauma-related challenges to enhance their learning potential.

Governance and Management

The organization is managed by a board of directors and supported by professionals including program managers, education consultants, and business development officers who ensure the effective delivery of services and the organization’s sustainability. Key staff include Jessica-Lea Chapple (Program Manager), Julie Baz (Business Development & Partnerships Manager), and education consultants Kerri Chard and Greg Mitchell.

Funding and Support

Little Stars Foundation operates through donations, sponsorships, and community support. It is registered as a charity, and donations over $2 are tax deductible. The foundation emphasizes community involvement and partnership to expand its impact and continue providing support to children most in need.

Recognition

The foundation is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), ensuring transparency and adherence to governance standards expected of registered nonprofits in Australia.

Little Stars Foundation Pty Ltd continues to work toward its vision of brighter futures for children in foster and kinship care, aiming to break cycles of disadvantage through education and personalized support services in Queensland’s child welfare sector.

[1] https://littlestarsfoundation.org.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/9d0dc176-3aaf-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/profile [3] https://littlestarsfoundation.org.au/about-us/ [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/9d0dc176-3aaf-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/documents/b508b252-2b59-eb11-bb25-000d3acbaeea [5] https://littlestarslearners.com.au/little-stars-learners-application-form/