An opportunity to succeed
An opportunity to succeed
The Clontarf Foundation exists to improve the education, discipline, life skills, self-esteem and employment prospects of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and by doing so equips them to participate more meaningfully in society.
The Clontarf Foundation exists to improve the education, discipline, life skills, self-esteem and employment prospects of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and by doing so equips them to participate more meaningfully in society.
Using supportive relationships, a welcoming environment and a diverse range of activities, the young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men in our programme develop improved self-esteem and confidence which assists them to participate in education, employment and society in a positive way.
Our approach has proven to be very successful, not only in attracting young men to school and keeping them there, but also in having them embrace more disciplined, purposeful and healthy lifestyles.
Students participating in a Clontarf programme
Academies operating across six states/territories in Australia
Year 12s participating in the programme
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They may be separated by more than 4,500 kilometres, live in different time zones and follow different football codes, but the boys from the Broome and Brewarrina Clontarf academies have a lot more in common than you may think. Witness how the Clontarf programme provides strong mentors, rich activity and a safe space to keep these young men in school and on the right path.
From little things big things grow
Big or small, your donation goes directly towards ensuring a more meaningful life for those enrolled in our academies throughout Australia.