Key Facts:
- STEPS Grand Winter Ball raised $310,000 for STEPS Pathways College, Australia's first independence education program for young people with disabilities
- Media personality Melissa Doyle AM attended as STEPS Pathways College Ambassador
- The event was presented by Prima Commercial Fitouts as the major sponsor
- Managing Director Carmel Crouch AM thanked attendees for ensuring no student misses learning opportunities
- All proceeds directly support education and skills development for young adults with disabilities and autism to live independently
The annual STEPS Grand Winter Ball brought the Sunshine Coast community together for a night of excitement and generosity which raised $310,000 for STEPS Pathways College.
Beloved Australia media personality and STEPS Pathways College Ambassador Melissa Doyle AM joined other guests at this year's event to support young people with a disability and autism to achieve lifelong independence.
Presented by Prima Commercial Fitouts, the STEPS Grand Winter Ball is the major fundraising event for Australia's first and only independence education program, STEPS Pathways College.
Carmel Crouch AM, STEPS Managing Director and founder of STEPS Pathways College, said she was extremely grateful for the support received at this year's Grand Winter Ball from guests, sponsors and donors.
"The funds raised will go directly to ensuring that no student is left behind. That no learning is interrupted. That every young person who comes through our doors continues to build the skills, and the confidence, to have the future they want and deserve," Ms Crouch said.
"I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported the STEPS Grand Winter Ball. I appreciate you showing belief in the potential of our students and supporting them to be celebrated for their strengths and helping to ensure they are included fully in their communities," she said.
All funds raised at the Ball go directly to STEPS Pathways College to help young adults with disabilities and autism gain the education, skills, and support they need to live independent and fulfilling lives.
About us:
STEPS Pathways College is a holistic college designed to provide young adults living with a disability and autism with the skills needed to live independently. The College is the first and only of its kind in Australia, providing a live-and-learn model of education aimed at changing the future for people with a disability and autism in Australia. It offers a Day Program as well as a unique Boarding Program available to students across the country.
