RESOURCESMART SCHOOLS
HELPFUL ORGANISATIONS
Find organisations that can help you achieve specific sustainability projects at your school.
CORE
student leadership Incursion
A hands-on leadership incursion that guides students to lead sustainable change at their school.
Museums Victoria
Australia’s largest public museum organisation.
australian youth climate coalition
A generation-wide movement of young people leading solutions to the climate crisis.
Dept of Energy, Environment and climate action
Victoria’s government department for environmental matters.
Dept of Education
Victoria’s state education body.
Biodiversity
Schools for wildlife program
A free program to help students design and create a fully planted, wildlife-friendly garden at your school.
zoos victoria
Wildlife education provider.
World Wildlife Fund
Environmental conservation organisation.
greening australia
Large-scale landscape and ecosystem restoration.
nangak tamboree wildlife sanctuary
Biodiverse waterway corridor running through La Trobe University to Darebin Creek, education programs available.
dolphin research institute
Marine wildlife conservation and education organisation; runs the ‘i sea i care’ school ambassador program.
Marine Mammal Foundation
Education programs focused on Australia’s marine life.
national tree day
Australia’s largest tree planting and nature care event.
The Nature Conservancy Australia
A leading nature conservation charity focused on protecting Australia's natural heritage for future generations.
Energy
bicycle network victoria
Australia’s biggest bike riding organisation.
switched on schools by aycc
Community engagement resources for student empowerment and climate action.
Waste
cultivating community
Implement a productive food garden at your school.
stephanie alexander
Support with establishing a kitchen garden at your school.
wormlovers
Modern worm farms and compost systems.
australian organic schools
Free organic food education program for Australian schools
Go Zero Waste
Local food/organic waste recycling service.
clean up australia
Organise a School Clean Up event.
recycling near you by planet ark
Recycling directory and education hub. Runs the annual Schools Recycle Right challenge.
take 3 for the sea
Education and resources on ocean plastic pollution.
aussie bread tags for wheelchairs
Bread tag recycling that funds wheelchairs for disadvantaged people in South Africa.
southern Cross recycling group
Ethical clothing recycling service.
Village Greening Keep Cup Libraries
Give your staff and students' reusable coffee cups a second life.
Water
yarra valley water
Water provider in Melbourne’s east; provides free educational resources.
greater western water
Water provider in Melbourne’s west; provides free educational resources.
Schools water efficiency Program (SWEP)
Provides Victorian schools with data loggers to support education of water efficiency.
Councils
Councils can be an invaluable resource for your school’s sustainability journey. Most councils offer education programs, discounted plants, events, and other helpful services. We encourage you to take a look at what’s going on in your local council area!
Northern Councils
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Program support, fundraising, classroom activities and so much more.