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So many ways to get involved!

Only a small fraction of the funds we need to keep our doors open comes from the NHS. So we rely on the support of people, groups and businesses to help us provide the vital care local children and families depend on. Luckily, there are loads of ways you can help!

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Make a difference that lasts a lifetime!

Without your support, we simply wouldn’t be here providing outstanding clinical care, short breaks, therapy and counselling, sibling support, end of life care and bereavement support. In doing so, we help families make the most of every moment and that makes a difference that lasts a lifetime.

There are lots of ways you can get involved – whether that’s by making a donation, fundraising or volunteering your time. Or you could take part in an event, take on a challenge or shop with us – in one of our shops or online. However you support us, every penny counts!

Featured Event A woman walks barefoot across hot coles during a firewalk challenge, as more people queue up behind her

Firewalk & LegoWalk 2024

30 October 2024

Russell House, Fell Greave Road, Huddersfield, HD2 1NH

Want to achieve what you never thought possible? Why not take on the ultimate mind-over-matter challenge as you brave a barefoot walk over burning hot coals!

Register now
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Fundraising

Setting yourself a goal, putting on an event or raising money with friends, the only limit is your imagination!

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Events

With something for all tastes and abilities, we’ve got an event or challenge to suit you!

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Our shops

Our charity shops are great places to pick up a bargain or donate unwanted stuff.

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Volunteer with us

Could you give us the gift of your time? By donating a few hours, either regularly or when you can, you’ll help us raise more, do more and support more children and families. And in return, you’ll meet lots of new people, be part of the team, learn new skills and have the satisfaction of knowing you really are making a difference!

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What it costs

It will cost us £6 million to run our vital services in 2024.

Every penny counts

77p in every pound raised goes towards caring for children and families across West Yorkshire.

Your money goes further

For every £1 we spent on fundraising in 2023, we raised £3