Catholic Education Foundation - Sydney

The Catholic Education Foundation extends its sincere thanks to Liverpool Catholic Club for its generous support of the 2168 Sadlier-Miller Breakfast Club at St Therese Catholic Primary School Sadleir.

With many local families continuing to experience financial hardship, the Breakfast Club provides a vital source of support for students who may otherwise start the school day without a nutritious meal.

Your generosity helps ensure students have access to breakfast in a safe and welcoming environment, supporting their wellbeing, concentration, attendance, and readiness to learn. Beyond providing meals, the program fosters connection, belonging, and positive relationships among students, families and staff.

Together, we are helping to reduce food insecurity, ease financial pressure on families, and ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Thank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families in the Sadlier-Miller community.

The Catholic Education Foundation gathered at the Sydney Catholic Schools Central Office to deliver the Emergency Food Relief Program, providing Coles vouchers to four Sydney Catholic schools across the City of Sydney LGA.

This initiative provides practical and confidential support to families experiencing financial hardship, helping ensure students have access to essential food during challenging times.

We sincerely thank City Of Sydney RSL Club for their generosity and commitment to supporting local families and communities.

One participating school shared that the vouchers made a significant difference to families facing challenges including unemployment, homelessness, domestic violence and family separation, with many families' expressing deep relief and gratitude for the support received.

Together, we continue to strengthen support for families in need across our school communities.

Connection, mentorship and purpose were on full display at Sydney Catholic Schools as current students of the Catholic Education Foundation - Sydney (CEF) Teaching Scholarship program gathered to celebrate the achievements of the 16 successful applicants starting in 2026.

The scholarship supports Year 12 students studying teaching at Australian Catholic University and The University of Notre Dame Australia with financial assistance, paid casual work in Sydney Catholic Schools, and ongoing mentorship from an experienced Principal.

This year also marks an important milestone, with our first cohort of scholarship recipients entering their final year of study and preparing to step into classrooms as the next generation of exceptional educators.

The CEF is proudly helping to shape the future of Sydney Catholic Schools. 💛 Find out more about the CEF Teaching Scholarships: https://ow.ly/CNFy50Y7Y4J

It was an inspiring celebration of generosity and community as the Catholic Education Foundation - Sydney (CEF) welcomed donors to its End of Year Appreciation event. The CEF has helped more than 51,600 students continue their Catholic education across 147 schools, with thousands receiving bursaries each year. We are deeply grateful to our donors whose contributions make this life-changing support possible.

Guests heard from students, principals and alumni who shared the real impact of CEF programs — from fundraising initiatives and emergency family support to nutritious school lunch programs. The event concluded with a moving vocal performance by alumni Jacinta Drummond, performing her song ‘Opportunities for All’, a song she wrote and composed for the CEF’s 10 Year Anniversary in 2023.

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, countless students across Sydney can access the education and opportunities they deserve. For more information about how you can contribute this Christmas, head to the CEF website: https://ow.ly/C4gv50XB3Wt

It was an inspiring celebration of generosity and community as the Catholic Education Foundation - Sydney (CEF) welcomed donors to its End of Year Appreciation event. The CEF has helped more than 51,600 students continue their Catholic education across 147 schools, with thousands receiving bursaries each year. We are deeply grateful to our donors whose contributions make this life-changing support possible.

Guests heard from students, principals and alumni who shared the real impact of CEF programs — from fundraising initiatives and emergency family support to nutritious school lunch programs. The event concluded with a moving vocal performance by alumni Jacinta Drummond, performing her song 'Opportunities for All', a song she wrote and composed for the CEF's 10 Year Anniversary in 2023.

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, countless students across Sydney can access the education and opportunities they deserve. For more information about how you can contribute this Christmas, head to the CEF website: https://ow.ly/C4gv50XB3Wt

The Catholic Education Foundation met at Marist College, Eastwood, where we continued our Emergency Food Relief Program by providing food vouchers to eight Sydney Catholic primary and secondary schools across the Ryde LGA.

This program plays a vital role in offering families discreet, immediate assistance, helping ensure no parent faces hardship alone and that every child has access to a nourishing meal.

We sincerely thank for their generosity. Their dedication to supporting local families is a true example of community care in action.

Together, we’re helping build a stronger, more supported community for families experiencing tough times.

The Catholic Education Foundation met at Marist College, Eastwood, where we continued our Emergency Food Relief Program by providing food vouchers to eight Sydney Catholic primary and secondary schools across the Ryde LGA.

This program plays a vital role in offering families discreet, immediate assistance, helping ensure no parent faces hardship alone and that every child has access to a nourishing meal.

We sincerely thank North Ryde RSL for their generosity. Their dedication to supporting local families is a true example of community care in action.

Together, we’re helping build a stronger, more supported community for families experiencing tough times.

Marist College Eastwood
Holy Cross College, Ryde
Marist Sisters' College Woolwich
St Therese's Catholic Primary School Denistone
St Kevin's Catholic Primary School Eastwood
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School Gladesville
St. Michael's Catholic Primary School, Meadowbank
St Charles' Catholic Primary School Ryde

We were honoured to welcome 24 CEF Teaching Scholarship recipients, their mentors, and our Executive Director Danielle Cronin, for a meaningful End-of-Year Liturgy. Led by Bishop Danny Meagher, our Thanksgiving Mass offered a moment of reflection, gratitude and inspiration as these aspiring educators step confidently into another year of their studies. 🙏

The Catholic Education Foundation - Sydney Teaching Scholarship supports Year 12 graduates pursuing teaching at ACU Strathfield or The University of Notre Dame Australia Sydney, offering financial assistance, opportunities for casual employment in Sydney Catholic Schools, guidance from a Principal mentor, and an enriching annual Spirituality Day Retreat.👩‍🏫

Congratulations to all our scholarship recipients - we look forward to supporting your continued growth in faith, learning and service. Learn more about the CEF here: https://ow.ly/YEuc50XtQjJ