See the difference you can make

For most of us, the festive season is a happy time. But there are children all over the UK who face a Christmas without food, warmth or love. We’re working hard to change this – and we need your help.

At?Action for Children, we see children who are hurting every day. But we also see the difference your support makes. Last year, people like you helped us reach 368,648 children, young people and families in the UK.

This year, vulnerable children in the UK need a Secret Santa more than ever.

By becoming a Secret Santa – and raising money – you can bring happiness, warmth and safety to these children.

Find out more about the campaign

How Action for Children helps

We step in to make sure a child’s needs are met when times get really tough. Our emergency fund gives families with urgent needs one-off financial support.
Our Family Partners project helps prevent and reduce neglect, giving parents the practical skills to make positive changes, and empowering them to overcome difficulties.
Our counselling service Breaking the Cycle gives children and young people affected by domestic abuse a voice, helping them talk about their feelings and learn vital coping skills.

Make someone a Secret Santa

Make a donation on behalf of your friends or family, and get a personalised gift to send to your chosen Santa.

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It's getting brighter

Each time we recruit a new Secret Santa, another part of our map lights up.

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Letters from Santa

Read through some of the messages that our Secret Santas have left. You can create your own after you donate!

Give a little happiness to a child who really needs it this Christmas.

Lynne Dancing-Flame

Merry Christmas! Buon Natale!

Francesca Glowing-Bauble

It's heartbreaking to know children will go without love or attention this Christmas - please join me in donating, to give them something to smile about.

Gem Jingly-Eggnog

Get involved - make a difference to a child who really needs help.

Jackie Jingly-Holly

A great cause - every child deserves to feel safe and warm, especially at Christmas.

Kate Jolly-Cracker

All children deserve something special and to feel loved by someone, especially at this time of year.

Sarah Festive-Dove

Great to be a Secret Santa for children who don't get much Christmas cheer.

Trish Spicy-Pants

A worthy cause hopefully making life safer, warmer and more enjoyable for kids out there x

Paula Glowing-Pants

Christmas time is about giving. This Christmas, give a little something to a child who needs it. ?

Andrea Tipsy-Cracker

My family have a warm, safe home and all the presents they need so I'm sharing the Christmas love to those who don't.

Nicola Tipsy-Elf