One child is abused or neglected every 12 minutes in Australia. Since 1988, Act for Kids has provided free therapeutic support for thousands of kids and families but there are still many more who need urgent assistance right now. We need your help. Stand with us as we work tirelessly to prevent and treat child abuse and neglect.
Four-year-old Grace was removed from her parents by armed emergency forces in the middle of the night. She had been severely abused and neglected.
When she came to Act for Kids, she was emotional and frightened. Her emotional, psychical and psychological growth had been stunted due to her neglect. But through constant therapy and support from Act for Kids, Grace started to overcome the trauma of her little life. She began smiling and laughing and talking. She felt safe for the first time.
When you donate to Act for Kids, we can provide life-changing therapy for kids in need. Kids just like Grace. So will you claim something amazing this tax time?
Our specialist teams support children, young people and families across the whole spectrum of child protection from community education programs to tertiary services.
Enhancing the wellbeing of kids and young people who have experienced trauma or are at risk of harm.
Support for parents and family members who may be feeling overwhelmed or unable to cope.
Early education program for 2.5 - 5 years and a protective behaviours program for 5 - 7 years.
Safe and culturally appropriate home environments for kids and young people within local communities.
"I encourage you to support Act for Kids because I believe together we can make a difference."
"We are enormously proud to be associated with the brilliant work Act for Kids undertakes."
"I aspire to work for an organisation like this after I graduate."
"The work Act for Kids does to improve the lives of traumatised children is fantastic."
"I have full conviction of the good work that Act for Kids is doing, and am a supporter for life "
Early intervention makes a huge difference to vulnerable lives
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