KidsOut are moved by the generosity of teenager, Jasmine Kay Rose, 19, for using her savings to buy toys for children who might otherwise have nothing to open this Christmas. Jasmine, aged 19, from Lincolnshire, who is disabled, said as a child growing up she wanted for nothing. Her mother made sure she had toys at Christmas and birthdays and it wasn’t...

It’s that time again when we are asking everyone to remember some of the UK’s most vulnerable and forgotten children at Christmas. KidsOut’s famous Giving Tree - Fun & Happiness Shop was initially founded as an alternative to the office Secret Santa, where instead of buying joke gifts for colleagues, everyone buys a toy for a child at Christmas who...

Ashan, who is Chair of the London Youth Assembly, is passionate about making a positive change to the lives of young people, particularly those who are disadvantaged. He has served his local community as a longstanding member of Hounslow’s Youth Council, and as a Cabinet Member for Knife Crime and Safety, working with councillors, public figures, MPs, the...

KidsOut is stepping up support children in need by introducing wellbeing workshops designed to empower them with the tools to navigate their emotions, alleviate anxiety, and find moments of peace amidst their stressful lives. Led by professionals experienced in child psychology, these workshops offer children a safe space to learn to identify and manage...

The company, Doe and Fawn Coffee Roasters, based in Milton Keynes, have come up with a unique coffee called, ‘Finite’ that we can only describe as, ‘‘Heaven in a mug.” According to Co-Founder of the company, Aaron Davies, this playful blend is created by blending lots of different coffee beans which delivers tones of yummy fruit, nuts, and chocolate. The...

A Reading based collective of music promoters, DJs, musicians and radio presenters, are hosting a music festival called ‘’19 Something,” in November, from which all proceeds will be shared equally between the charities, KidsOut and Age UK. The festival’s name was given by the Founder, Ady Baker, who said that when he asked several beneficiaries from the...

The famous Brighton Pier, which attracts over 5 million visitors every year, is saying farewell to one of its popular attractions. Local internationally acclaimed songwriter and record producer, David Courtney, who has worked with many music legends, included Sir Paul McCartney, Roger Daltrey, Eric Clapton, and David Gilmour, introduced the Brighton Music...

Author and complementary medical practitioner, Mimi Novik, has written and produced a beautifully illustrated book full of feel-good messages and affirmations for young people. ‘Be Your Awesome Self’ was inspired by Mimi’s understanding of the challenges that young people face as they grow up and is perfect for children of all ages. Mimi said, “the book is...

We are delighted to announce, Ada Ibezi to our Board of Trustees at KidsOut. Ada is the founder and CEO of Against Domestic Abuse (ADA), a not-for-profit organisation who raise awareness about domestic abuse as well as support women and children affected by it. She will bring a wealth of knowledge to the charity. Ada is the founder and CEO of Against...

This July saw people of all ages celebrate the National Teddy Bears’ Picnic. From July 8th – 14th, the children’s charities Bear Force and KidsOut, teamed up to highlight the importance of children talking about their worries. The largest Teddy Bears’ Picnic took place at Manchester Airport Visitor Runway Park, with children enjoying storytelling inside...

The now famous Giving Tree was originally created to be a fun alternative to the traditional Secret Santa, when instead of buying anonymous ‘joke’ gifts for colleagues, the Giving Tree encourages people to buy a toy or gift for a disadvantaged child who might otherwise receive very little - or in some cases - nothing at all at Christmas. Originally just...