Why we exist 
We provide children and young people in foster care the opportunity to change the direction of their lives with learning, life skills and confidence.
Through our Love of Learning program, volunteers called 'Pyjama Angels' are recruited, screened, trained and then matched with a child in care and spend time with them once a week, focusing on learning-based activities. Pyjama Angels read books aloud with their child, play educational games and help children with their homework.
Most importantly, the volunteers give foster children a chance to reach their life potential, despite a fragile start
Children in care have the lowest education outcomes nationally. By improving their learning skills, we are making a positive, life-long impact.
How we help
Love of Learning
We provide one-on-one mentoring programs for children and young people in care, with the goal of empowering them to reach their full potential.
Our Impact
Since 2004, we have been working to break the cycle of disadvantage and to positively impact the inequitable life trajectories for children and young people from an out of home care background.
Our News and Stories
Keep up to date with our latest news, blogs and stories. From inspiring Pyjama Angel stories, through to powerful case studies.
Our Impact
1238
Children and young people supported every week
19035
Number children and young people mentored since inception
103000
Hours of support provided to children in care annually
How you can help
Become a mentor
We believe in empowering children and young people in foster care to rewrite their futures. You can be the catalyst for this transformation by volunteering as a Pyjama Angel mentor.
As a Pyjama Angel, you will be trained and matched with a foster child. Your commitment? Just one day a week to ignite their potential through learning-based activities.
Mask x The Pyjama Foundation
Support The Pyjama Foundation's mission by purchasing one of Mask’s Pyjama Foundation Range of air fresheners!
The air freshener packaging is thoughtfully designed by foster children and with each bottle sold, Mask are generously donating 50% of the profits to our Love of Learning Program.
Host your own Fundraiser
There are many ways you can support The Pyjama Foundation and hosting your own fundraiser is one of them!
Whether you have an upcoming birthday, or marathon you're about to run, you can create your own Fundraising Page to show your support for children and young people living in foster care. Learn more today!