Children in care `SC103`¶

Children in care is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Social care category.

179 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 0.09% of all charities.

Keywords to find charities¶

UK-CAT categories are applied to charities based on a set of keywords, in the form of a regular expression.

The regular expression used to find charities in this tag is:

Distribution by size of charity¶

Income band	Charities with tag	Percent of all charities
Under £10k	43	0.06%
£10k - £100k	53	0.08%
£100k - £250k	13	0.06%
£250k - £500k	16	0.15%
£500k - £1m	9	0.13%
£1m - £10m	23	0.25%
Over £10m	7	0.31%
Total	164	0.09%

Distribution by charity regulator¶

Regulator	Charities with tag	Percent of all charities
ccew	152	0.09%
oscr	16	0.06%
ccni	11	0.15%
Total	179	0.09%

Ten largest charities (by income)¶

Name	Latest income
BARNARDO'S [Charity number: 216250] Barnardo?s helped improve the lives of more than 240,000 vulnerable children, young people and their families. We help children including those who have been sexually exploited, young people leaving care, children with a parent in prison and provide early intervention for families struggling to cope. We find adoptive homes and foster placements for children in care and campaign to change policy.	£340,251,582
THE ADOLESCENT AND CHILDREN'S TRUST [Charity number: 1018963] TACT IS A DIVERSIFIED CHILDREN'S CHARITY PREDOMINANTLY PROVIDING FOSTERING, ADOPTION AND PERMANENCY FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE IN PUBLIC CARE OR ON THE CUSP OF CARE. THE CHARITY ALSO CAMPAIGNS AND ADVOCATES ON BEHALF OF LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN.	£27,757,000
The Adolescent And Children's Trust [Charity number: SC039052] (1) to relieve children and young people who by reason of their circumstances have need of foster, adoptive or substitute care by placing children in foster homes or adoptive placements and by training foster or adoptive parents to deal with the needs of children in their care. (2) otherwise to promote the care and upbringing and establishment in life of children in need thereof including by promotion of their health, development and educational attainment and particularly children in foster or adoptive care. and (3) to promote education and research for the public benefit in the subject of children in care, public policy on care and the needs of children entering the care system.	£27,744,000
BREAK [Charity number: 286650] Break supports children, young people and families in four key areas - young people in care and moving on, children and young people with disabilities, families in need of support and children at risk.	£16,620,000
Bryson Care [Charity number: NI100809] CHILDREN and FAMILIES We support around 1000 children and 400 families annually, strengthening families and avoiding the need to place children in care. YOUNG PEOPLE We have been asked by the Northern Ireland Executive, as part of their Pathways to Success Strategy, to build relationships between organisations working with young people not in education or training, identify best practice and ensure that young people’s views are central to the development of future programmes. ADULT CARE Around 2000 vulnerable adults benefit from our services each year. These services are designed to address issues such as loneliness, coping with dementia and loss of independence. SOCIAL WORK STUDENT EDUCATION Our current model provides supervised work experience placements for up to 10 students each year. Our Practice Learning Centre was recently nominated in the top 4 Regional Social Work Innovation Awards across the UK.	£16,609,257
ST CHRISTOPHER'S FELLOWSHIP [Charity number: 207782] ST CHRISTOPHER'S PROVIDES SAFE, CARING AND INNOVATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR A WIDE VARIETY OF VULNERABLE PEOPLE INCLUDING YOUNG RUNAWAYS, CHILDREN IN RESIDENTIAL CARE AND FOSTER CARE, CARE LEAVERS AND YOUNG HOMELESS PEOPLE. THROUGH OUR WORK WE AIM TO HELP THEM OVERCOME THEIR DISADVANTAGES AND ACHIEVE BRIGHTER FUTURES.	£16,255,000
THE NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCACY SERVICE [Charity number: 1012485] NYAS is a socio-legal charity providing advice, advocacy, information and legal advice to children, young people and vulnerable adults. NYAS also provides Independent Visitors who befriend children in care, and we undertake Regulation 44 visits of children homes. Under Rule 16.4 of the Family Proceedings Act we represent children and young people in private law family proceedings.	£11,839,321
The Fostering Network [Charity number: SC039338] The objects for which the Fostering Network is estblished are:- A. To relieve by such means as are chariatble children in the aged and persons suffering from mental or physical disability who by reason of their circumstances have need of foster or substitute care B. To promote and organise co-operation in achieving the improvement of the quality of service given to children and others in care and to that end bring together in the Fostering Network foster carers representatives of the authorities and organisations engaged in advancing foster care and relieving distress of children and others in care and to assist their work.	£9,359,081
THE FOSTERING NETWORK [Charity number: 280852] These are membership services, policy and practice, publishing and training, advice & mediation work, information services and consultancy and projects.	£9,359,081
Belfast Central Mission [Charity number: NI101271] BCM, an agency of the Methodist Church, was established in 1889 as a Christian response to social problems inherent in inner city Belfast. Located in the very heart of the city, its motivation was then, as now, to meet the needs of the whole person, spiritual, emotional, social and physical, regardless of class, creed or ethnicity. Today BCM seeks to support those most in need across Northern Ireland through a diverse range of social care projects and a community outreach programme which is enhanced by a dedicated team of volunteers. Activities include: • Residential care and Housing Support for older people • Community based advice and support, including Befriending, Lunch Club and short breaks for older people • Supported Housing accommodation for young people • Housing Support projects for young people • Parent Support projects • Therapeutic Counselling for young care leavers • Puddleducks Day Nursery • Christmas Support Programme - food and toys for people and families in need The congregation of the charity seeks to live through word and deed the Gospel of Jesus Christ, being a practical expression of the Christian faith through its support for the charity’s fundraising, befriending older people and encouraging the charity’s staff in all they do. Activities include: • Sunday services of worship open to the public • A mid-week early morning Holy Communion service • A ‘Prayer Diary’ which members of the public are encouraged to write in and members of the congregation pray for • Supporting, both financially and as volunteers, Belfast Street Pastors, a ministry of caring, listening and provision of help to the night-time economy • Supporting the establishment of a city centre chaplaincy • Supporting a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Spirituality project in North Belfast • Providing pastoral care to members of the congregation and the general public particularly during times of need	£8,467,950

Ten random charities¶

Name	Latest income
ViZion Church [Charity number: SC052708] The purposes for which the Church exists are :-the advancement of the Christian religion in Scotland and the world for the public benefit through the maintenance in one or more locations in Scotland of a body of Christian believers founded on the tradition of biblical orthodoxy which maintains that the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the supreme authority and rule in matters of faith and life, and who are engaged in serving God through worship, discipling, pastoral care and outreach. the relief of sickness and financial hardship and the promotion and preservation of good health for the public benefit, by the provision of funds, goods or services of any kind. the encouragement of members /adherents to take up the challenge and calling of Foster Care, both short and long term. This ministers to the most disadvantaged, young members of our society, and attempts to bring help & healing to an ever growing and desperately sad issue in our country the promotion of education for the public benefit, particularly in the understanding of the Christian religion, by encouragement of all Christian parents, who, through Home Education, or Christian schools take very seriously their legal responsibility to educate their children. We already deliver a twice weeklyHome-School Co-op for secondary school age children, and it is our ambition to extend this to primary school age pupils, and also to be involved in the planting of a Christian school in the future.the individual, corporate and family worship and praise of God and the deepening of spiritual life. the instruction of adults and children in the Christian faith. reaching out to the community in evangelism. the promotion of service within the Church and community. the development of Christian character and leadership. the promotion and support, financially or otherwise, of missionary and evangelistic outreach both at home and abroad. and such other charitable purposes as are consistent with and further the attainment of the above objects.	£325,934
Sophie's Dog Rescue [Charity number: NI107806] We rescue dogs and puppies form local pounds, also accepting surrenders from the general public. The dogs are placed in suitable foster care, they are assessed on their behaviour, interactions with people, and other animals. They are vet checked and receive any medical treatment they require. Not limited to spay/neuter, vaccinations and worming. Dogs are cared for in a family setting until ready to be rehomed, every dog receives positive training, where required professionals are consulted. Dogs are only put up for adoption when ready, we advertise for families best suited to their needs, matching applications to the dog most suitable to the family. Once home checked, families are encouraged to meet the dogs in foster care before home trail starts. Continued support is offered once dogs are placed in their new home. If for any reason the placement fails dogs are returned to our care. All our dogs are spayed/neutered as per policy and we provide guides to all new owners on responsible dog ownership. Our website and social media are used to promote the improvement of dog health and enrichment. Encouraging private owners to neuter/spay their pets, highlighting the health and social benefits, including the importance of vaccinations and insurance. We also attend local fundraising events and information days to raise awareness. We also advise on microchip and licencing laws currently in place in Northern Ireland. If we are unable to offer foster places when approached by members of the public who wish to rehome their dog, we instead provide support and guidance on breed related rescues and how to safely and legally rehome their pet themselves. We campaign against breeding for profit on small and large scale, this raises awareness, while educating the public on the dangers of buying from a puppy farm or an irresponsible breeder, for themselves and the dogs. We have never paid for any of our dogs to ensure that we in no way contribute to breeding for profit.
First Housing Aid & Support Services [Charity number: NI105748] Temporary, supported accommodation and specialised housing projects for single person households and families who are homeless. Supported housing in the community for people living with mental health issues. Specialist accommodation projects for young people leaving care, young parents and people suffering alcohol abuse who are sleeping rough. Crèche and play facilities for children 0-3 years living in interim accommodation and the surrounding communities. Self contained accommodation with support for clients waiting permanent public sector housing. Resettlement and floating support services for young people, families and people with mental health difficulties living in the community. Private sector housing and ’SmartMove’ Private Sector Access Schemes for people requiring immediate and permanent housing. Mediation and tenancy support services for tenants living in the private rented sector. Property management and landlord support services. Night Support Services and outreach support to rough sleepers and people with chronic alcohol issues in need of help and support.	£5,562,321
FEVACA FOUNDATION [Charity number: 1189978] Whilst our remit will eventually be much wider, we are initially focused on the support of care leavers and this will remain so for the foreseeable future (until our resources and infrastructure grow). Care leavers are children as young as 16, who leave local authority care (such as foster care, children homes or supported accommodation).
THIS IS VILLAGE [Charity number: 1214899] We transform empty social housing into safe, supportive homes for vulnerable individuals and families, including survivors of domestic abuse and care leavers. By providing high-quality donated furniture, we reduce furniture poverty, prevent waste, and create nurturing environments where people can rebuild their lives.
BUILDING SECURE FUTURE LTD [Charity number: 1115440] Building Secure Future is committed to building a secure future for Orphaned, Special Needs and Disabled children globally. We are non-political, non religious and operate on Humanitarian principles.
THE ROOTS FOUNDATION WALES [Charity number: 1174107] To support young people in care, leaving care, adult care leavers, those in kinship care and carers. We do this by providing activities, workshops, advice and guidance that promote positive life choices and positive independent living skills.	£318,181
NORTH EAST UNITED [Charity number: 1207130] TO ADVANCE IN LIFE AND RELIEVE NEEDS OF YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 18 TO 35 IN THE NORTH EAST OF ENGLAND WHO HAVE GROWN UP IN THE CARE SYSTEM AND ARE LEAVING CARE BY PROVIDING ADVICE, SUPPORT AND INFORMATION TO THEM AND THEIR FAMILIES, FRIENDS, CARERS (INCLUDING HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PROFESSIONALS AS A MEANS OF:(A) ADVANCING THEM IN LIFE AND HELPING THEM TO DEVELOP THEIR SKILLS, CAPACITIES AND CAPABILITIES TO ENABLE THEM TO PARTICIPATE IN SOCIETY AS INDEPENDENT, MATURE AND RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUALS;(B) ADVANCING EDUCATION;(C) RELIEVING UNEMPLOYMENT; AND(D) PROVIDING RECREATIONAL AND LEISURE TIME ACTIVITY IN THE INTERESTS OF SOCIAL WELFARE FOR PEOPLE LIVING IN THE AREA OF BENEFIT WHO HAVE NEED BY REASON OF THEIR YOUTH, AGE, INFIRMITY OR DISABILITY, POVERTY OR SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC CIRCUMSTANCES WITH A VIEW TO IMPROVING THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE OF SUCH PERSONS.
CARITAS CARE LIMITED [Charity number: 326021] Services for children: adoption, foster care, day care, and volunteer support work. Services for adults with learning disabilities: day projects, supported living and residential care, training and advocacy, and employment opportunities. Community projects for young people, elderly people and homeless people in various projects throughout the North West.	£8,284,858
MY BAG CHARITY [Charity number: 1178042] THE PREVENTION OR RELIEF OF POVERTY OF VULNERABLE CHILDREN THROUGHOUT ENGLAND FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT BY SUPPLYING A HOLDALL WITH ESSENTIAL AND COMFORT ITEMS AS THEY ENTER FOSTER CARE, IN ORDER TO HELP THOSE CHILDREN HAVE A MORE POSITIVE EXPERIENCE AND ENSURING THEY HAVE A MORE STABLE AND SUPPORTED OPPORTUNITY IN THE CARE SYSTEM.	£31,021