Empowering young people to change their lives

We fund best-practice alcohol and drug treatment programs that prepare young people in crisis to thrive.

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Whether you’re a young person seeking help or concerned about a young person, explore alcohol and drug support options, treatment pathways and other helpful resources.

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Your donation will help young people experiencing addiction to access evidence-based withdrawal, rehabilitation and aftercare programs and achieve their full potential.

Since 1990

Building a brighter future

For young people who are dependent on alcohol and other drugs, change is always possible.

Since 1990, Martin Youth Foundation has funded safe, youth-focused alcohol and drug treatment programs that improve recovery outcomes for young people. We back programs that have evidence behind them, measurable outcomes and the flexibility to meet young people where they are.

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Funding youth-focused recovery programs

We fund youth-specific alcohol and other drug treatment and recovery programs to empower young people to change their lives.

Youth Network

Youth Network is a structured, six-month aftercare service that supports young people to rebuild their lives after residential treatment. Mission Australia delivers Youth Network at four locations, supported by Martin Youth Foundation funding.

Connecting young people to:

employment pathways
stable housing
mental health support
opportunities for education.

Triple Care Farm

Located in Knights Hill, NSW, Triple Care Farm provides withdrawal and residential rehabilitation services that help young people aged 16–24 start working towards recovery. Martin Youth Foundation is a major philanthropic funder of Triple Care Farm, which is delivered by Mission Australia.

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Stories of hope

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Sasha:

When Sasha* landed her dream job at a leading wildlife and conservation zoo, it was a milestone moment in her recovery.

Alana:

Alana remembers arriving at Triple Care Farm feeling frightened and alone.

Saige:

Before arriving at Triple Care Farm, Saige’s life was filled with “lots of fear, lots of trouble,” she says.

Brett:

Brett was already experimenting with drugs when a family tragedy turned his world upside down

Anna:

Throughout her childhood, Anna* saw her parents struggle with drug and alcohol use.

Max:

When Max first arrived at Triple Care Farm, he was the lowest he’d ever been.

Lucas:

When Lucas* arrived at Triple Care Farm, it wasn’t his first time seeking treatment for substance dependence.

Jim:

Jim had everything going for him before drug use took hold. A tradie who moonlighted as a semi-professional skateboarder, he was living his best life.

Alongside our funding work, we are advocates for young people experiencing addiction. Through collaboration with the community, donors, service providers and sector partners, we use our voice to shift the narrative and replace fear and judgement with understanding.

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