Chermside, QLD – 20 October 2025

Stationery Aid’s co-founder Jan Schutt has been named the Westfield Chermside Local Hero 2025, recognised for his outstanding contribution to the local community and his tireless advocacy to ensure children have equitable access to education.

As a passionate community leader and co-founder of Stationery Aid, Jan has dedicated his spare time to volunteering, removing barriers to education for children experiencing poverty and disadvantage. Since its establishment in 2020, Stationery Aid has supported more than 2,000 Queensland children by providing personalised school supplies, ensuring students can start school with dignity, confidence, and the tools they need to learn and thrive.

The Westfield Local Heroes program celebrates individuals who make a meaningful difference in their communities, and Jan’s work exemplifies this spirit through compassion, innovation, and measurable impact. Stationery Aid’s circular economy model also diverts thousands of kilograms of stationery from landfill, creating positive outcomes for both people and the planet.

“Being recognised as a Westfield Chermside Local Hero is incredibly humbling,” said Jan Schutt. “Every child deserves the right to education, and this recognition shines a light on the importance of community-led solutions that foster inclusion, dignity, and opportunity for all children.”

The award will support Stationery Aid to continue expanding its reach across Queensland, helping more families overcome financial hardship and ensuring no child is excluded from education due to lack of basic resources.

Jan’s leadership and impact demonstrate the power of grassroots initiatives to create lasting change.

For more information about Stationery Aid or to get involved, follow Stationery Aid on social media.

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