We're here to help children and young people feel safer, happier, healthier and more hopeful – and have somewhere they feel they belong.
Need help? We’re here for you
I’m a young person
Sometimes, things might get tough at school, at home or even with your friends. From ways to look after your mental wellbeing to tips about staying safe online and everything in between, we've got you.
I’m a parent or carer
We know looking after your family can be tough. Whether you need help from a local service for your child, or want to read useful advice, we’ve got your back.
I’m interested in fostering or adoption
Imagine finally feeling like you belong. If you want to give a child a loving home where they can thrive, we're here to help.
Get involved
Leaving a gift in your Will
Our Gifts in Will guide explains how you can leave a gift to us, and how we will use your legacy to support the children and young people who most need our help.
Christmas cards that care
We asked children who are fostered and adopted through us to create art to help spread some festive cheer, and wow, have they delivered! You can share their talent with others, and raise funds to change the lives of children and young people across the UK, by buying Christmas cards featuring their designs.
Stay in touch
We’re building a movement to change childhoods and change lives in the UK – are you with us? Sign up to hear how you can change a child's life and keep up with our latest work.
Up for a challenge?
Change someone’s childhood while having fun and raising money. Whether you want to run, walk, bake, skydive or something else, choose from a range of activities or plan your own with the help of our fundraising resources.
Let’s go shopping
Whether you shop unique finds or donate your preloved items to us, you can feel good knowing you’re supporting young people and families around the UK. Find your local Barnardo’s store or shop online.
Want to give us a helping hand?
Whether you’re helping in our shops, mucking in at one of our sorting offices, or working with young people through one of our services - you can help change a young person’s life, for the better.
“The support in place at the moment just isn’t fitting with the degree of poverty people are experiencing.”
We're registered with the Fundraising Regulator and comply with their Code of Fundraising Practice and The Fundraising Promise. Find out more about how we fundraise.