Double the Plus – Beacon Foundation

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The Beacon Foundation is a national for purpose organisation that has operated for over 30 years, with a focus on connecting the worlds of learning and work for Australian students who need it most. 

Beacon offer a suite of evidence-driven online and face-to-face programs and services. They focus on raising career awareness and aspirations, developing transferable skills and capabilities and connecting industry with education. Beacon also invite industry volunteers and mentors to meet and speak directly with students. 

The Beacon effect leaves young people with real-world connections, career awareness, new skills and a better understanding of how education plays a part in this mix. 

A donation to Beacon is a donation to help young people reach their potential, regardless of their background.