Les Twentyman Foundation Les Twentyman Foundation

The 20th Man Fund believes every young person deserves a future free of poverty abuse violence discrimination and isolation.

Working across Greater Melbourne our dedicated team supports hundreds of kids aged between five and 25 who face multiple stresses holding them back from living a life that every child deserves including poverty mental health unemployment racism addiction domestic violence and crime.

Our work focuses on keeping children and young people engaged with their education families and connected to the community building hope and ensuring they do not end up homeless living on the streets or engaged with the youth justice system.

Founded by legendary youth worker Les Twentyman OAM we have a history of more than 30 years supporting at-risk youth. We know that keeping kids connected and engaged with their education is key to helping young people create a brighter future for themselves and their families.






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