Barnardo's

When life gets tough or it feels like there’s nowhere to turn, Barnardo’s is here. We’re here to make children and young people: -Safer, so children at risk of harm are better protected. -Happier, so children struggling with their wellbeing can access support and feel they belong. -Healthier, so children growing up with disadvantage can experience good physical and mental health. -More hopeful, so children experiencing challenges can move into adulthood with hope and confidence. We try and do this by: -Running excellent, inclusive services that improve the lives of children and young people. -Improving practice, policy–making and systems so that they really work for all children and young people. -Driving change in attitudes towards childhood, working closely with partners and supporters. In 2023-24 we: -Reached 356,200 children, young people, parents and carers through our services and partnerships. -Ran 760 services across the UK. -Were supported by 17,300 volunteers who gave an amazing 1.8m hours of their time to help us support even more children, young people and their families.