At Barnardos Australia we’re proud to be one of Australia’s leading child protection charities.

Founded over 130 years ago by Irish philanthropist, Dr Thomas Barnardo, we have helped hundreds of thousands of Australian children in desperate need. For more on our history, click here.

Our work protects children through the prevention of abuse and entry into care. When children experience violence and trauma, the effects devastate communities, ruin childhoods and in the worst cases, kill.

Our vision

All children and young people will have caring families in which they can grow safely and fulfil their potential.

Families, children and young people will be valued and supported by quality services and engaged communities.

Our mission

Barnardos Australia builds relationships between children, young people, their families and the community. It advocates for children and young people and contributes to community knowledge about their issues.

What you can do

There are so many ways you can help a child:

Become a volunteer
Make a one-off donation
Organise your own fundraising event
Attend a fundraising event
Sponsor a child
Become a regular donor
Donate a gift at Christa's
Leave a bequest in your will
Nominate for mother of the year
Become a foster carer
Become a corporate partner

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