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Funding charities
Since 2013, The Childhood Trust has raised over £50 million through our matched fundraising programmes, enabling us to fund impactful child poverty projects across all London boroughs.
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148
Charities funded
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£2.37m
Awarded in grants
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355,746
Children supported
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640
Volunteers engaged
Transforming Spaces, Transforming Lives
Our community outreach programme, Transforming Spaces, engaged hundreds of volunteers to refurbish children's bedrooms, giving them a place to sleep peacefully, learn confidently and grow.
"Ena was very down and lacked a safe space to call her own. She lived out of carrier bags and had no pride in her room. Now she's excited and positive again."
Latest content feed
Stay up to date on The Childhood Trust’s recent campaigns, projects, and research as well as the latest news on child poverty in the capital.
Calls for safety standards in AI toys and awareness of the growing digital divide
A new report explores the positive and negative impacts Generative AI as on the development, mental health and wellbeing of preschool children families facing socio-economic barriers.
Josephine McCartney Voice of Islam Interview
Our Chief Executive was invited on the Voice of Islam radio station to discuss our new research which reveals the extent of material deprivation.
Housed but not Homed: The Impact of ‘Empty Shell’ Tenancies on Children’s Development
A new report from The Childhood Trust, in partnership with eight other charities, reveals the extent of the housing crisis and the impact of material deprivation.
Blackheath Halls
Blackheath Halls supports South East Londoners by being a dynamic, inclusive performance venue that serves and inspires everyone—regardless of age, background, or ability — through the arts.
Bloomsbury Football Foundation
Bloomsbury Football Foundation is helping thousands of children across London build confidence and a place to belong through the power of play.