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Manchester Question of Sport

Manchester Question of Sport

KidsOut’s Manchester Question of Sport Gala Dinner was a great success, raising over £20,000 for the charity’s work with disadvantaged children throughout Manchester. Over 200 people from Manchester-based companies joined KidsOut at The Etihad Stadium for a night of fun and fundraising on Thursday 9th November 2023. KidsOut were...

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Countdown to Christmas and it’s all hands to the wheel

Countdown to Christmas and it’s all hands to the wheel

It’s Christmas! And the busiest time of the year for our team in Children’s Services and our fabulous volunteer Elves, who every year help deliver joy to thousands of disadvantaged children and young people across the UK. This year, along with over 8000 hand-picked and packed toy boxes, children who need it most will enjoy everything from fun-packed...

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Some of the messages from those you have helped

Some of the messages from those you have helped

How you help to change lives. Just some of the messages from those you have helped and refuge staff: “Thank you so much for the opportunity to be able to take my children to the theatre for the first time, we had an amazing time, thank you. I would never have been able to have afforded to take them. It was so special.” “You made what was the worst...

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Cost of living affects Charity’s income by nearly a third

Cost of living affects Charity’s income by nearly a third

Charities are amongst many of the organisations who have been affected by the cost-of-living crisis, and KidsOut have seen a drop in donations by nearly 30% this year. The impact has sadly affected the amount of help given to children with the need to be as creative as possible with the smaller budget. Acting CEO of KidsOut, Sara Williams said, “We...

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Children delight with their first ever trip to the theatre

Children delight with their first ever trip to the theatre

Over 80 families enjoyed one of the West-End’s most sought-after shows last month, Disney’s The Lion King. There were cries of excitement children made their way to their seats at The Lyceum Theatre, London, before enjoying the much-anticipated show. After the event several children said they had never been to the theatre before and...

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KidsOut Cardiff Question of Quizzes 2023 Raises Over £31,000!

KidsOut Cardiff Question of Quizzes 2023 Raises Over £31,000!

KidsOut’s Cardiff Question of Quizzes Gala Dinner was a great success, raising over £31,000 for the charity’s work with disadvantaged children throughout Cardiff. Over 300 people from Cardiff-based companies joined KidsOut at The Cardiff City Hall for a night of fun and fundraising on Friday 17th March 2023. KidsOut were thrilled to...

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Summer Ball 2023

Summer Ball 2023

The Summer Ball, one of our biggest corporate events of the year,  is the highlight of social calendars and this year, it's about to get event bigger... KidsOut are partnering with Dreams Come True Charity to put on one of the biggest events yet. Join KidsOut and Dreams Come True, for a night of first-class food, fabulous entertainment, and great...

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KidsOut Manchester Question of Sport 2022 Raises Over £30,000!

KidsOut Manchester Question of Sport 2022 Raises Over £30,000!

KidsOut’s Manchester Question of Sport Gala Dinner was a great success, raising over £30,000 for the charity’s work with disadvantaged children throughout Manchester. Over 300 people from Manchester-based companies joined KidsOut at The Etihad Stadium for a night of fun and fundraising on Thursday 10th November 2022. KidsOut were...

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KidsOut North-East Question of Sport 2022 Raises Over £50,000!

KidsOut North-East Question of Sport 2022 Raises Over £50,000!

KidsOut’s first ever North-East Question of Sport Gala Dinner was a great success, raising over £50,000 for the charity’s work with disadvantaged children throughout the North-East. Over 350 people from North-East-based companies joined KidsOut at The Stadium of Light for a night of fun and fundraising on Thursday 20th October 2022....

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Children see Frozen at the West End

Children see Frozen at the West End

On Thursday 12th May, KidsOut were thrilled to receive 69 tickets from Disney Theatre Group to offer to children and mums living in refuge accommodation in London the chance to see Frozen The Musical at The Theatre Royal Drury Lane. The performance, which is the winner of 7 Whatsonstage Awards, brings the now beloved story of sisterhood to life and...

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KidsOut Jubilee Joy

KidsOut Jubilee Joy

In celebration of the Queen's 70th year on the throne, KidsOut provided the opportunity to all 450 WAFE refuges and other disadvantaged groups to take the children they support on a Fun Day. However, in truly royal spirit, many decided to use their £5 grant per child to host an afternoon tea party with many patriotic party activities! In total,...

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Easter and Eid with KidsOut

Easter and Eid with KidsOut

During the Easter holidays, KidsOut supported refuges and other disadvantaged groups wishing to host a fun activity for children for Easter and Eid! Many refuges up and down the country used their £5 grant per child to host an Easter egg hunt, or take the children out for an activity of their choice. KidsOut provided this opportunity to 849 children,...

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