Partners

Supporting student well-being and growth through compassionate pastoral care, reflecting the love of Jesus Christ in our schools. It’s a ministry that we are only able to do with the support of our dedicated partners – we are always looking for more

Schools Ministry Group (SMG)

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SMG is a leading provider of chaplaincy and pastoral care services in South Australian schools. Established to support students, staff, and school communities, SMG partners with local churches, schools, and volunteers to provide pastoral care workers (PCWs) who offer social, emotional, and spiritual support.

With a commitment to fostering student well-being, SMG delivers programs that encourage resilience, personal development, and positive community connections. Through partnerships and dedicated support, SMG continues to make a lasting impact, ensuring young people have the guidance and care they need to thrive.

Community Reward Programs

We have teamed up with local businesses who run Community Reward Programs enabling our community to support us while dealing with these businesses.

Simply open a Community Reward Account, link it to South Coast Schools Ministry Support Group Inc and support us while you save.

Support us while you shop in Drakes in one of two ways:

  1. Download the myDrakes App, link it to South Coast Schools Ministry Support Group and scan when you shop
  2. Download the Drakes – SCSMSG card (PDF 164kb) and scan when you shop

Frequently asked questions

It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.

In Luke 20 when Jesus saw the rich putting their gifts into the temple treasury and a poor woman put in two very small copper coins, He spoke clearly about how much more valuable the poor women’s gift was. We value our supporters for the love they bring, not by how much they give.

We provide our Pastoral Care Workers with essential support, including extended time in schools, active encouragement, prayers for their protection, guidance, and connection, as well as access to funds to assist students in times of need. Additionally, in partnership with the Schools Ministry Group, we offer schools complimentary access to “Life Matters” seminars and workshops, fostering personal development, growth, and spirituality for all students.

We host structured Committee meetings on the second Monday of each school term at one of our supporting churches. These sessions provide an opportunity to hear directly from our Pastoral Care Workers about the successes and challenges they face in schools, and to ask, “How can we better support our PCWs and students?”

All meetings and activities are open to everyone. You’re warmly invited to join us at our next meeting and connect with the team. 

Meeting information

Here are three simple yet impactful ways you can support us:

  • PRAY for each chaplain and the entire school chaplaincy ministry.
  • SHARE the story of school chaplaincy whenever possible.
  • CONSIDER how you can contribute through your time, resources, or financial support.

Thank you for you generosity

We are proudly regulated by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and hold Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status. Every donation—no matter the amount—comes from a place of love, and we are deeply grateful for your generosity. Your support makes a meaningful impact and is also tax-deductible.