Workplace Giving

Welcome to the Team, we’re delighted to have you on board!

As you settle in, we’d like to share the real challenges many children in Australia are facing: 1 in 6 children and young people are living in poverty, and 1 in 3 children cannot read proficiently. These challenges have a lasting impact on a child’s education and future opportunities. 

At Dymocks Children’s Charities, we are committed to making a difference. Through our three core literacy programs, Book Bank, Library Regeneration, and Lit Club 4 Kids. We support children in disadvantaged communities by providing the resources they need to develop a lifelong love of reading. 

Our mission focuses on supporting the bottom 25% of schools across Australia, working directly with some of the country’s most vulnerable communities. 

One impactful way you can contribute is by joining our Workplace Giving Program. 

Workplace Giving, also known as Payroll Giving, is a simple, tax-effective way to support Dymocks Children's Charities through regular donations directly from your pre-tax salary. This means your donation provides immediate tax benefits, making it cost less for you to give more. 

Your contribution, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference. Whether it's $5 or $50, every dollar helps us continue our work in changing the lives of children through literacy. 

Dymocks has proudly supported Dymocks Children’s Charities since its inception. Established in 2000 by Dymocks Chairman John Forsyth, the charity has worked with communities across Australia to improve children’s literacy, positively impacting the lives of over 555,000 children to date.  

Together, our partnership continues to grow stronger, united by a shared belief in the power of reading to change lives. We look forward to continuing this important journey with you by our side. 

Thank you for being part of something that truly matters. 

 


 
 

FEQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • It’s the best way to do it. The money automatically comes out of your account before you pay any tax. At the end of the Financial Year, you will then receive a tax rebate depending on your personal tax bracket. There are no receipts to find and submit – it happens automatically. 

  • Simply complete the form on ELMO, and we will do the rest. Your donation will be deducted with every payroll cycle. 

  • Your donation will ensure more kids can access our literacy support programs. For example, just $5 a month could enroll a child in our Book Bank program and provide a book each term = 4 per year.

  • No. They are unaffected. 

  • You can change the amount and frequency at any stage. Just email 

    payroll@dymocks.com.au. Please ensure you allow one month for us to action any changes. 

  • Dymocks Children’s Charities is an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving literacy outcomes for disadvantaged children across Australia. For 25 years, we have been fostering a love of reading and providing access to quality books. We do this because children who read regularly and have access to engaging books achieve better educational outcomes and lead healthier, happier lives.

  • Book Bank is Dymocks Children’s Charities’ longest running program, designed to inspire a lifelong love of reading. Supporting students in years 3–6, the program provides four brand-new books each year, one for each term, over four years. These books belong to the students, encouraging them to build personal libraries, share stories, and spark conversations with friends and family.

    Library Regeneration Program replenish school libraries and other important vital support centres with brand-new books of choice. Schools choose from a curated catalogue of high-quality titles, ensuring they receive books that best align with their students' needs and curriculum requirements.

    Lit Club 4 Kids is the ultimate book club for readers aged 8–13. It’s a safe, inclusive space where kids can explore exciting new books, connect with authors, and fuel their love of reading. Our book club was created to support our mission of fostering a lifelong love of reading while building a safe, inclusive community where members can freely explore ideas, embrace creativity, and share their passion for stories.