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Barnardo's vision is that the lives of all children and young people should be free from poverty, abuse and discrimination. We believe in the abused, the vulnerable, the forgotten and the neglected. We will support them, stand up for them and bring out the best in every child. As one of the UK's leading children's charities this is our pledge.

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We run almost 400 projects around the UK from drug misuse to disability; youth crime to mental health; sexual abuse to domestic violence; poverty to homelessness.

Volunteering

Help Barnardo’s with children and young people, in our shops or offices or raise vital funds. We have opportunities for employee volunteering, young volunteers and students internships.

Barnardo's history

From the beginnings of Thomas Barnardo’s work in 1867 to the present day, learn all you need to know about Barnardo’s!

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Barnardo’s has over 330 shops across the UK. Find your local shop and donate your unwanted stuff.

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