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Secret Santa is on TV

Our Secret Santa TV advert, voiced by Larry Lamb, explains how you can help support a vulnerable child this Christmas.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 01 November 2024
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What is Secret Santa & why is it important?

Our Secret Santa Christmas appeal is back. Discover how you could help a vulnerable child feel the magic of Christmas.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 01 November 2024
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Give a meaningful charity Christmas gift: Sam’s story

Sam is a 10-year-old young carer for his mum and brothers. His story shows the difference your charity Christmas gift could make.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 01 November 2024
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Does Labour's first budget do enough for families in hardship?

The Labour Government have announced their Autumn Budget. But what does it mean for families on low-income, facing barriers to employment, and the rising issue of child poverty.

Freya Trevor-Harris, Campaign and Activism Manager 30 October 2024
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Top 10 charity Christmas cards for 2024

Looking for the perfect charity Christmas card? Choose one that supports vulnerable children in the UK.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 29 October 2024
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DIY Christmas decorations to make for 2024

Get creative this holiday season with these 11 DIY Christmas decorations. Fun and affordable, they're perfect for adding a personal touch to your home.

Graeme Bains-Hall - Digital Content Manager 22 October 2024
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Charity Christmas gift ideas 2024: Our top picks

Make a difference this year with our selection of Charity Christmas gifts

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 21 October 2024
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Our residential care home gets a makeover

Our Merryfields service has had the pleasure of having Interior Designer, Emily Blyth, working at their service to help transform their residential rooms

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 10 October 2024
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Sleeping out to help out: Boycott your Bed 2024

On 4 October, over 500 Action for Children supporters from across the UK gave up their bed for one night to help children in need.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 08 October 2024
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Celebrating foster grandparents this Families who Foster Month

This October is 'Families who Foster Month'. We spoke to foster carer Karen and her dad, Sam, about the realities of fostering as a family and the role of the 'foster grandparent'.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 02 October 2024
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A day in the life of a carer in an Action for Children home

Michelle, a Therapeutic Residential Worker at East Farm Cottage children’s home in Northumberland, tells us what an average day looks like in one of Action for Children's homes.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 20 September 2024
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What's it like growing up in care? Alex's* story

Alex, a care-experienced young person, told us about his experience in care and why the government needs to take action now to ensure all children in care have a place they can truly call home.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 18 September 2024
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Reflecting on a life in care: Christopher’s story

At just 11 years old, Christopher was placed in care. But despite a challenging start, he’s grown up feeling happy and confident with Action for Children’s support.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 18 September 2024
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Ronnie Archer-Morgan talks children in care

Antiques Roadshow host and Action for Children celebrity ambassador, Ronnie Archer-Morgan, was at the Houses of Parliament to support our children in care campaign launch, A Place to Call Home.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 16 September 2024
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Remember a Charity: sharing Charlie's story

This Remember a Charity Week, we're sharing Charlie's story. Charlie was supported by Action for Children when he was made homeless as a child.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 11 September 2024
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Finding a place to call home: Tyler's* story

Every 15 minutes, a child goes into care in the UK. Tyler is one of those children. After suffering years of neglect, Tyler moved into one of our children’s residential care homes where our staff team have helped him grow into a confident young boy.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 10 September 2024
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Introducing our new campaign: A Place to Call Home

With your support, we can push the needs of care-experienced children and young people high up the national agenda.

Alice Woudhuysen - Head of Campaigns and Public Affairs 09 September 2024
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Coping with mental health struggles as a child living in care: Rachel’s Story

Our Young Ambassador, Rachel, who grew up in care and is using her voice to help children in the same system.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 09 September 2024
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“The future is good”: helping care experienced young people get the support they need

Like many children in care, Angharad's childhood had a huge impact on her mental health. But with support from Action for Children, she’s building a safer and happier future.

Kelly Corcoran - Digital Communications Officer 09 September 2024
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Nationwide pay a visit to our Newcastle Family Club

We recently launched our three-year partnership with Nationwide. As part of the funding offered, Action for Children will be opening Family Clubs in 30 new locations across the UK.

Elijah Cruz - Digital Communications Officer 05 September 2024