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Each year, thousands of these children and their families turn to Variety for support when they need it most.
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Help when it is needed most

Every child deserves the chance to play, learn and live life to the fullest.
For some families, raising a child with a disability brings lifelong challenges and unexpected costs. Essential care, therapy, or equipment can be out of reach even when it means everything to their child’s independence and wellbeing.

That’s where Variety steps in — helping to bridge the gap so every child can thrive, belong and live without limits.
Variety Toddler Rave with DJ Lenny Pearce on stage
Variety Toddler Rave with DJ Lenny Pearce

This vibrant, all-abilities nature play space is designed so children of every ability can play, explore and connect.

Variety Community Grant showing TLC kids ambulance with staff and family
A special day out for Mia and her family

Mia was born with Congenital Central Hypoventilation Syndrome, a rare genetic condition that affects her ability to breathe.

Making a Splash: Cummins Pool Gets an Accessible Ramp

Variety SA has contributed $180,000 to the redevelopment of the Cummins & District War Memorial Swimming Pool.

Ready, Set, Swing! New Inclusive Playground

Riverland Special School has officially opened their new inclusive playground, designed so all students can play and have fun together.

Helping Emerson discover the world, one step at a time.

Emerson is a bright, active and determined little boy who loves cars and exploring the world around him.

Supporting Bonnie and Christopher’s journey to grow.

Bonnie and her brother Christopher are both chasing their passions and loving every moment of it.

Helping Poppy find her voice and confidence every day.

With support from Variety SA, Poppy received a hearing aid that has transformed her ability to process sound bringing greater ease, confidence and happiness to her everyday life.

Keith Playground transformed into an all-abilities space.

This vibrant, all-abilities nature play space is designed so children of every ability can play, explore and connect.

Making a Difference with Supertees

With support from Variety SA, 400 Supertee care packs were delivered to young patients bringing comfort, confidence and a sense of superhero strength during their hospital journey.

Helping Annalise enjoy the journey, safely and comfortably.

For Annalise and her family, everyday life looks a little different but it’s filled with just as much love, resilience and joy.

2,500 children enjoy a picnic at the Zoo.

For many children, days like this are rare. The Variety Kids’ Picnic creates a safe, inclusive space where they can simply enjoy being kids.

Together, we can make sure no child is left behind.

Each year, thousands of children receive life-changing support through Variety and many more still need our help.

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