End Childhood Crisis

A year into lockdown, vulnerable children are at breaking point

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.

What we do

Seven ways to make your online fundraising page stand out and increase donations

09 March 2021

How to help end childhood crisis in the UK

17 March 2021

Famous faces share their #OneWishForChildhood

22 March 2021

Supporting vulnerable families during lockdown: Rachel’s story

11 March 2021

Portrait of Angharad in blue t-shirt standing in the middle of a high street

How getting help changed my life

Angharad became depressed when she was 18, after experiencing tragedy early in life. Action for Children helped her turn her life around

Support for parents

We’re on hand to support parents, when you need us.

Get advice

Other ways to help

Fundraise with us

From running a marathon to hosting a bake sale, join or set up an event to have fun and raise money for children

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Campaign with us

We need your voice. Add your name to a petition to make life better for children in the UK

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Volunteer with us

Volunteer with Action for Children to learn new skills, meet new people and support your community

We work across the UK

We helped 368,648 children and their families last year. See how we work in your nation

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