Action For Children | Children's charity | For safe and happy childhoods

Children across the UK need a Secret Santa like you

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Our mission

Safe and happy childhoods. We protect and support children and young people, providing practical and emotional care and support. We ensure their voices are heard, and campaign to bring lasting improvements to their lives.

Our impact

687,755

children, young people and families helped thanks to your support

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372

services across the UK offering practical and caring support

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155

years of helping vulnerable children, young people and families

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Run a marathon. Organise a tea party. Join a sleepout. Find ways to have fun, bring your community together or challenge yourself. You'll be helping us to support vulnerable children too.