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

Vulnerable children across the UK desperately need your help

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Our work

Driven by love, we take action so children don’t miss out on a safe and happy childhood. We have thousands of people on the ground, giving children and young people the protection and practical help they urgently need. And we campaign for lasting change.

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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