Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

Action for Children, in previous lives known as the National Children's Home, then NCH Action for Children and now Action for Children, is an amazing charity. Without their intervention very early in my life I have no idea where I would have ended up.

Although they no longer run Childrens Homes they are still dedicated to the support and welfare of children and young people all over the country. Today, they run 426 services in local communities across the UK, in schools and online. They provide practical and emotional care, and support and campaign to bring lasting improvements to children's lives.

The charity takes action in three ways:

Intervention. Anyone can get trapped in poverty, abuse or violence. When we spot problems, we take action early. We step in to help children, young people and families before things get worse.

Prevention. We give young people the support they need to grow up safe and happy. Projects like The Blues Programme teach important life skills and help to build resilience. It’s simple and it works.

Advocacy. Children don’t have a say in many things that affect their lives. We listen to what they want. We take their concerns to the government. And we campaign for better support and resources.

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

Thank you for taking the time to read this page and if you have a few pounds to donate towards helping the young and vulnerable in our society then I will be forever grateful.

Richard