1 in 4
children

in Leeds live in poverty

Tom, 7

a childhood shaped by challenge

Tom lives in a household facing significant challenges linked to family circumstances and poverty. Home life can feel uncertain and difficult, and he does not always have access to the safe, stable experiences every child deserves. At Leeds Children’s Charity, Tom was able to step away from that environment and experience safety, fun, and a sense of belonging. Through outdoor learning, play, and time with supportive staff, he was able to relax, build confidence, and simply enjoy being a child.

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Recruiting a Fundraising Trustee

Leeds Children’s Charity is seeking a Fundraising Trustee to provide strategic fundraising leadership and support the Charity’s long-term growth and impact for children across Leeds.

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As part of our rebrand, watch our new short film and hear stories from children who visit us today, alongside adults who once visited as children.

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Our sponsorship opportunities offer meaningful ways for your business to support children across Leeds. Explore sponsorship opportunities across events, animals, bedrooms, climbing wall and educational spaces and help create brighter futures for children across Leeds.

We have helped over 100,000 children

For more than 100 years, Leeds Children’s Charity has supported over 100,000 children

We have no plans to slow down.

In an ideal world, our services would not be needed — but while children across Leeds continue to face poverty, disadvantage and difficult circumstances, we will continue to provide safe, life-changing experiences that help them thrive.

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