Unlock learning for all with education essentials
At Good360, we connect brand-new items across four impact areas: Education, Home, Hygiene, and Play.
Education is life-changing, opening doors to new opportunities and helping kids and adults alike grow into active, informed citizens. We’re on a mission to give people of all ages, all across Australia, the tools they need to succeed, so everyone has a fair chance at learning and thriving.
The Facts
6.4 million
Australians are digitally excluded.
1 in 3
Families say digital tools such as laptops and reliable internet access are the most significant affordability concern.
39%
Parents of school-aged children are concerned about affording essential education items for their children returning to school in 2025.
1 in 5
Parents say their family has had to sacrifice other essentials to afford education-related items and expenses.
19,000
Devices have been requested from Good360’s member network since we launched our digital divide program.
1 in 10
Parents say difficulty affording education items has impacted their child’s participation in education.
What is the digital divide?
The digital divide is the lack of access to technology and online resources due to financial hardship. It affects people of all ages, limiting their ability to learn, connect, and thrive in a world that’s increasingly reliant on technology.
In Good360’s newest report, we explore the extent of the digital divide in Australia and how living without access to essential technology impacts Australia’s most vulnerable communities. The report also highlights the demand that exists and how Good360 works with our charity and donor network to connect brand-new tech resources to communities in need.
Creating impact with education essentials
Goods back into
the circular economy (RRP)
Australians in need supported
New items connected
to people in need
Goods prevented from
going to waste
Impact @ June 2025
Help us tackle the digital divide
Access to digital devices, internet connectivity, and digital skills is a necessity in today’s increasingly digital world. Yet, 1 in 4 Australians remain digitally excluded, disproportionately affecting vulnerable groups like people with disabilities, older Australians, people living in public housing, and people experiencing unemployment (ADII, 2023). This exclusion limits opportunities for education, employment, and social connection.
Good360 Australia is committed to bridging this gap. Through partnerships with Work Ventures and Good Things Foundation, we’re working to establish a National Device Bank that will collect, refurbish, and redistribute laptops, tablets, and smartphones donated by Australian businesses and government agencies. This initiative keeps devices in Australia, ensuring they’re used to empower digitally excluded Australians rather than being recycled, sold overseas, or sent to landfill.
Beyond devices, we’re addressing barriers like internet access and digital literacy. By collaborating with our 4,500 charity and school members, we’re connecting Australians of all ages with the tools, training, and data they need for a quality education and an equitable future in the digital age.
Real stories, real impact
Laptop Library
With reliable computer access, young people can develop essential digital skills, participate in virtual extracurricular activities, and explore future career pathways. Parents and guardians also express relief, knowing their children have the tools needed to succeed in an increasingly digital world. The partnership between AYC, Dooley’s, and Good360 exemplifies community-driven solutions that bridge the technology gap. It not only enhances educational outcomes but also fosters a sense of equity and empowerment among youth, paving the way for a brighter, more inclusive future.
Auburn Youth Centre (AYC)
Slip Slop Slap Back to School
The distribution of these packs took place in February 2024 within our footprint. Each back-to-school pack contained backpacks, pencil cases, socks, and a variety of stationery supplies. In addition, 250ml and 500ml sunscreen bottles were also included in the packs, which were left over from previous orders. Katungul has also received some Christmas accessories that we have placed in our clinics, along with the balance of sunscreen.
Katungul Aboriginal Corporation Regional Health and Community Services
Incredibly Generous Donation of Whitegoods
These resources have enabled all of our families to have access to new and engaging books and literature. We are very thankful to Thames and Hudson for their pallet of assorted book titles. We are also very thankful to Pan Macmillan Australia for the access to the 2025 Guinness World Records. Our students have loved reading about the many feats contained in this wonderful publication.
"Wow, the Guinness Book of World Records is my favourite. I'm going to have a record one day," exclaimed one student, aged 7.
Bute Early Learning and Primary School
Supporting quality education for all
Students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds face significant barriers to accessing the full range of education, especially in critical areas like STEM and music. By age 15, these students are, on average, three years behind their high SES peers in mathematics and science. They are also less likely to pursue STEM studies or careers, resulting in long-term inequities and fewer opportunities in the workforce.
Music education is equally affected, with disadvantaged schools often unable to provide instruments or programs. This lack of access deprives students of the proven benefits of music learning, which enhances cognitive development, improves literacy skills, boosts emotional well-being, and builds confidence.
Providing students with access to a broad and enriched education is essential for their personal development and for fostering a skilled, future-ready workforce. At Good360, we believe every student deserves the tools to thrive. By partnering with businesses, charities, and communities, we can ensure students of all ages receive the resources they need. Through targeted programs, funding, and donations of stationery, STEM supplies, musical instruments, and devices, we can work together to create brighter futures for every learner.
How you can get involved
If your business has brand-new, unused items, including office supplies, devices, educational toys or sporting goods, contact us and help to make a real difference for vulnerable Australians doing it tough, whilst also reducing waste and helping the planet.
Good360 provides you access to the goods you need when you need them, saving you time and precious budget, so you can focus on helping your community. Register for free today and begin sourcing brand-new hygiene products from our website.
Thanks to generous individuals like you, Good360 can continue our mission to help people and our planet. You can donate money to support our work and stay updated on our journey by following @Good360Au on social media platforms.
