Action For Children
Notable UK charityAlso known as: Nch
We protect and support children and young people, providing practical and emotional care and support, ensuring their voices are heard, and campaigning to bring lasting improvements to their lives. Last year, we helped more than 387,000 children and families across the UK.
Activities & Mission
We protect and support children and young people, providing practical and emotional care and support, ensuring their voices are heard, and campaigning to bring lasting improvements to their lives. Last year, we helped more than 387,000 children and families across the UK.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £163,445,000 | £163,026,000 | £155,585,000 | £76,274,000 | £14,697,646 | 4395 / 475 |
| 2024 | £155,280,000 | £161,032,600 | £154,280,600 | £75,605,000 | £16,599,600 | 4432 / 561 |
| 2023 | £149,787,000 | £149,390,000 | £143,061,000 | £80,803,000 | £19,815,000 | 4429 / 1006 |
| 2022 | £142,648,000 | £139,354,000 | £134,043,000 | £84,021,000 | £27,292,000 | 4498 / 2553 |
| 2021 | £145,212,000 | £139,397,000 | £133,966,000 | £82,389,000 | £26,422,000 | 4741 / 2875 |
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Frequently asked questions about Action For Children
What does Action For Children do?
We protect and support children and young people, providing practical and emotional care and support, ensuring their voices are heard, and campaigning to bring lasting improvements to their lives. Last year, we helped more than 387,000 children and families across the UK.
How much income did Action For Children report in 2025?
Action For Children reported total income of £163.44m and reported expenditure of £163.03m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Action For Children registered as a charity?
Action For Children was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 June 2003 as charity number 1097940. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Action For Children?
Action For Children is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Action For Children operate?
Action For Children operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Action For Children a registered charity?
Yes — Action For Children is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1097940.
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- Nch
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