Poverty is stealing children’s childhoods. Instead of playing with their friends or focussing on school, too many children are worrying about where their next meal will come from or feeling scared about the stress they see in their parents’ eyes as they open yet another red bill. Children across the UK deserve so much better.
Lynn Perry
Barnardo's CEO
Rowan is missing out on opportunities. He might not be able to afford trips, activities, or the same experiences as his friends.
That can leave him feeling left behind and unsure about his future.
For over 1 in 4 children, hunger is more than just food. Rowan is hungry for a chance and for the same opportunities other young people have.
With your support, we could help open doors and give young people the guidance they need to move forward. We could help people like Rowan access meaningful opportunities and the support they need to thrive, or provide vital, long-term specialist counselling for children and young people who need it most.
Your donation won’t be restricted to a particular project but will go to where it's needed most, helping us support children and young people no matter what they are facing.
400,000
There are nearly 400,000 children in England identified as ‘in need’ of support.
3,430
In 2024-25, Barnardo’s ran 10 Mental Health Support Teams across four local areas, reaching 3,430 children.
More than one in five
More than one in five children and young people in England have a diagnosable mental health condition.
