Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children and is one of the best charities for kids. With nearly 100 years of supporting children, we have grown into a global organisation working in over 117 countries. Because of our global reach, we were able to directly reach 38.7 million of the world’s most vulnerable children in 2019. Below is information on why ours is one of the best charities for kids, particularly why we are one of the leading charities for kids to donate to, how to donate to a charity for kids and ways you can get involved with local kids charities.
When it comes to charities, charities that help kids are such a worthwhile cause to support. We go to the toughest places to save children from earthquakes, cyclones, conflict and disease. Where children are being exploited, neglected or abused, we protect them from harm. Here is what makes us one of the best charities for kids:
Why ours is one of the best charities for kids
Along with our global reach and years of experience, we ensure that over 70% of all donations go towards program expenditure. We have several ways we stay accountable such as board members, employees & volunteers being required to signify acceptance of, and compliance with, the organisation’s Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct. We also conduct evaluation reports to assess our program outcomes and are regulated through the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission (ACNC). We also comply with the Code of Conduct of the Australian Council of International Development (ACFID).
Save the Children is also one of the best charities for kids to donate to because they get to help other children in need and there are some really fun ways kids can get involved – check out the Ultimate Fundraising Kit Book of Ideas for some great examples.
Ways you can get involved with local kids charities
Some of the ways you can get involved and provide support for our charity for kids include:
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Becoming a member of your local member branch (details below)
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Supporting our Op Shops through donations and volunteering
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Fundraise through one of our events or by creating your own
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Become an advocate - speak out for children’s rights and sign our petitions
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Volunteer your time through one of the many volunteering opportunities
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Partner with us through your organisation
Get involved with local kids charities
We have local member branches located throughout Australia. The member branches are a fantastic way to get involved with local kids charities as they raise funds and awareness for Save the Children. Being involved with your local kids charity can be as a committee member or you can help with running events and other activities.
How to make a donation to a charity for kids
To support charities that help kids, make a monthly donation, a single donation or email your local kids charity to find out how you can get involved with a local members branch.