Barnardo's

Barnardo's is the UK's largest children's charity, dedicated to protecting, supporting and transforming the lives of vulnerable children, young people and families. For over 150 years Barnardo's has run specialist services across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - offering practical help that ranges from early intervention support and family advice to fostering, adoption and advocacy for children at risk of harm. Its work helps children feel safer, happier, healthier and more hopeful, and includes tailored assistance for those affected by poverty, disability, abuse or social exclusion.

Operating nationwide across the United Kingdom, Barnardo's delivers hundreds of local services and community projects that make a direct impact where it's needed most. With a strong emphasis on both frontline support and policy influence, the charity works to improve children's lives every day through direct care, campaigning efforts and partnerships with other organisations, helping ensure young people have access to safe environments, opportunities and long-term support.

Barnardo's Charity Shops

Barnardo's runs one of the largest network of charity shops across the UK, with hundreds of high-street and local outlets selling donated second-hand goods to raise essential funds for the charity's work with children and families. These shops offer pre-loved clothing, accessories, books, homewares, toys and more, and often serve as community hubs where people can donate items, volunteer and support local causes. Proceeds from shop sales help fund Barnardo's specialist services - from early-help programmes and family support to fostering and adoption services - while promoting sustainable reuse and affordable shopping. Many locations also work with volunteers from their local areas and sell items online through Barnardo's web shop and eBay stores, expanding their reach beyond physical stores.