What Teach Learn Grow does

Teach Learn Grow (TLG) is an Australian nonprofit organisation founded in 2011 that provides free one-on-one tutoring and mentoring to primary and secondary school students in rural and remote communities. Its core delivery model deploys volunteer teams of university students who travel from five Perth-based university campuses to partner schools to run structured tutoring sessions during term-time visits.

The organisation operates three core programs: the Rural Program (its foundational one-on-one tutoring offering across 50+ partner schools in Western Australia and 6 in New South Wales), the Immersion Program (a Year 10-12 service-learning extension that engages secondary students directly), and the Student Executive Program (a leadership and operational training pathway for university student volunteers). Beyond program delivery, TLG distributes a podcast and operates a merchandise storefront that extend its audience reach.

TLG's business model is non-commercial: programs are delivered free of charge to schools and students, with operating costs funded through individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and grants. Cornerstone sponsorships have been established with multiple ASX-listed mining companies (Gold Fields, IGO, AngloGold Ashanti, Fortescue, and Pilbara Minerals), and the organisation has launched a Reconciliation Action Plan to formalise Indigenous engagement and unlock additional government and Indigenous-affairs funding streams. The organisation was recognised as the 2021 Community Volunteer Organisation of the Year and is governed by a board that includes its co-founder, David Sherwood.

Name

Teach Learn Grow

Legal name

Teach Learn Grow Incorporated

Website

https://teachlearngrow.org.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Teach Learn Grow is an Australian nonprofit founded in 2011 that delivers free one-on-one tutoring and mentoring to students in rural and remote communities via volunteer university student teams, operating across 50-plus schools in Western Australia and New South Wales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Education Support Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

K–12 Core Curriculum Small-Group Tutoring Centers (Math/ELA/Science/Social Studies) (EDANAHAA)

Keywords

• Rural education tutoring
• Student mentoring programs
• Nonprofit education services
• Youth volunteer programs
• Remote community education

Headquarters

HQ city

Nedlands

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations: Individual donations from supporters who believe in the mission. All donations over $2 are tax-deductible in Australia. TLG is registered with the Australian Taxation Office as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR): Charitable Fundraising Authority No. DGR CC21538.
2. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorship from mining companies, energy companies, and other businesses that partner with TLG to support rural education programs.
3. Merchandise Sales: Online store selling merchandise including T-shirts, hoodies, accessories, and products designed by Indigenous artists. All profits go directly towards funding programs.
4. Containers for Change: QLD container deposit scheme donations (ID: C10392657) that support TLG's Rural and eMentor Programs.
5. Fundraising Events: Community fundraising events and corporate partnerships for fundraising drives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Teach Learn Grow is an Australian nonprofit that delivers free one-on-one tutoring and mentoring to primary school students in rural and remote Australian communities through intensive week-long programs staffed by university student volunteers. Its offering spans a core Rural Program, an Immersion Program for metropolitan high school students, a Student Executive volunteer leadership program, an online merchandise store, and a podcast exploring the education gap.

Product overview

Teach Learn Grow is a nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of education-focused programs targeting rural and remote Australian communities. The core offering is the Rural Program, a one-week intensive providing free one-on-one tutoring and mentorship to primary students. This is complemented by the Immersion Program for high school students and the Student Executive Program for leadership development. The organization also operates a merchandise store and produces 'The Pod' podcast to extend its educational mission and community engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Pod: Teach Learn Grow's podcast that explores the education gap, social factors, culture, identity and social impact through storytelling.
• The Leaflet
• The Vine

Products and services

• Rural Program A one-week intensive program providing free one-on-one tutoring and mentorship to primary school students experiencing educational disadvantage in rural and remote Australian communities, with university student volunteers working with students for two hours each day.
• Immersion Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 94% of students think they are better at maths after the program
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered cornerstone, impact, grant, transport, in-kind and program.

• IGO (Independence Group NL)cornerstoneStrategic or Co-development PartnerCornerstone partner providing long-term sponsorship to TLG's rural education programs. IGO values the partnership as an opportunity to live their purpose of Making a Difference to children from remote locations who benefit from TLG's mentoring programs.
• Gold Fields AustraliacornerstoneStrategic or Co-development PartnerCornerstone partner sponsoring regional and remote primary schools in WA. One of TLG's longest-standing corporate partnerships, with TLG alumni working at Gold Fields as engineers and analysts.
• Anglo Gold AshanticornerstoneStrategic or Co-development PartnerCornerstone partner supporting TLG's programs in areas where they operate, helping bridge the education gap for remote community students.
• NSR (National Service Review)cornerstoneStrategic or Co-development PartnerCornerstone partner supporting TLG's mission to improve educational outcomes for rural and remote students.
• Pluton ResourcescornerstoneStrategic or Co-development PartnerCornerstone partner providing sponsorship support for TLG's rural education programs.
• FortescueimpactStrategic or Co-development PartnerImpact partner supporting TLG programs with funding and resources for educational initiatives in remote communities.
• Horizon PowerimpactStrategic or Co-development PartnerImpact partner providing support for TLG's educational programs, particularly in areas within their service regions.
• Beach EnergyimpactStrategic or Co-development PartnerImpact partner supporting TLG's mission to bridge the education gap in rural and remote communities.
• Hanroy-HPPLimpactStrategic or Co-development PartnerImpact partner contributing to TLG's educational programs and community initiatives.
• Mitsui E&PimpactStrategic or Co-development PartnerImpact partner supporting TLG's rural education initiatives in Australia.
• Volunteering WAgrantStrategic or Co-development PartnerWA's peak body for volunteering; grant partner supporting TLG's volunteer management. TLG's Deputy CEO Traci Gamblin serves on Volunteering WA's board.
• TransWAtransportStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransport partner providing transport services for TLG's Rural Program volunteers traveling to remote communities.
• GreenChairin-kindOthersIn-kind partner providing support for TLG's operations and programs.
• Deloittein-kindOthersIn-kind partner providing professional services and support for TLG's operations.
• Perth CollegeprogramStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner high school for TLG's Immersion Program, with students volunteering to tutor and mentor primary school students in rural communities.
• St Hilda's Anglican School for GirlsprogramStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner high school for TLG's Immersion Program, providing Year 10-12 students for service-learning trips to rural communities.
• Presbyterian Ladies CollegeprogramStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner high school for TLG's Immersion Program, facilitating service-learning opportunities for students.
• All Saints CollegeprogramStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner high school for TLG's Immersion Program, with alumni continuing involvement as TLG volunteers.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Big Brothers Big Sisters Australia: Volunteer-mentoring nonprofit pairing adult mentors with at-risk young people across Australia. Comparable to TLG in volunteer-driven mentoring model targeting disadvantaged youth, though operating nationally and through ongoing one-on-one matches rather than intensive programs.
• Raise Foundation: Australian charity delivering school-based mentoring and youth mental-health programs using trained volunteer mentors. Comparable to TLG in volunteer-led mentoring for young people in schools, with a similar community-led model targeting wellbeing and engagement outcomes.

Direct peers

• Australian Literacy and Numeracy Foundation (ALNF): Delivers literacy and numeracy programs in remote Indigenous communities across Australia. Comparable to TLG in mission, target demographic (rural/remote students), and focus on foundational literacy/numeracy outcomes.
• Schools Plus: A charity connecting businesses and donors with schools in low socioeconomic communities to fund projects and educational programs. Comparable to TLG as an education-equity nonprofit dependent on corporate partnerships, though Schools Plus works through funding intermediaries rather than direct tutoring.
• Australian Indigenous Education Foundation (AIEF): AIEF provides scholarships, mentoring and cultural leadership development for Indigenous Australian students, with a strong focus on rural and remote learners. Directly comparable to TLG in mission (bridging the education gap for marginalised students), sponsorship-driven model, and school partnership network.
• Aurora Education Foundation: Supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through scholarships, mentoring and leadership development. Comparable to TLG in serving marginalised learners, including those in rural/remote communities, with a similar sponsorship-and-volunteer-driven model.
• Country Education Foundation of Australia: A network of local foundations supporting rural and regional students to access tertiary education through scholarships, grants, and mentoring. Closely comparable to TLG in geographic focus on rural Australia and education equity mission, though operating through financial support rather than direct tutoring delivery.
• Teach For Australia: Recruits high-achieving graduates and professionals to teach in low socioeconomic schools for a two-year commitment. Highly comparable to TLG in targeting educational disadvantage, leveraging mission-driven talent, and operating across both metropolitan and rural/remote schools.
• EdConnect Australia: Places trained volunteers in schools to provide mentoring, tutoring, and wellbeing support to disadvantaged students. Closely comparable to TLG's volunteer-driven one-on-one tutoring model in disadvantaged Australian schools, with a similar community-led GTM motion.

Broad incumbents

• The Smith Family: Australia's largest education-focused charity, supporting disadvantaged children through long-term sponsorship, learning programs, and mentoring. Comparable to TLG as a nonprofit targeting educational inequality, though operating nationally at much larger scale and through continuously-delivered programs rather than episodic intensives.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/TeachLearnGrow

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

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