Get involved
with Barnardos
You can help us change the lives of Australia’s most vulnerable children by including a Gift in your Will.
Let’s help create brighter futures for children together
In Australia, there are more than 28,000 young people aged 12-24 years* without a place they can call home. We are working tirelessly to provide support and care to these vulnerable children and young people, and we need your help.
There are many ways you can make a difference, from making a donation, volunteering your time, or fundraising for us – on your own or with your colleagues. Your vital support will make a positive impact on the lives of these children, and together we can help them reach their full potential.
Here's how you can make a difference
Make a donation
Every dollar donated helps provide care and support to Australian children in need
Corporate support
We work hard to create impactful partnerships that balance your need to contribute to your community with the needs of your business, customers and employees
Champion Gifts
Buy a gift for a friend or loved one at our brand new online gift store - Champion Gifts. Every gift you buy will help Aussie kids in need
Fundraise for us
Every dollar that you raise helps to change the lives of those most vulnerable in our community
Gift in Will
Leave a gift in your Will to Barnardos. Your heartfelt legacy will ensure Barnardos has secure funding for vital programs and services to support children to recover and thrive
Volunteer
Volunteer with Barnardos and help us with our events. We are looking for volunteers to be involved in event support in NSW and the ACT
Give a recurring gift
Join our recurring gift program and join a community that is helping provide brighter futures for vulnerable children
Gifts for Kids
Christmas appeal
Each year we run a gift drive to give presents to the thousands of children in our programs who would otherwise go without
Make a donation
Every dollar donated can help abused and neglected Australian children the care and support they need
Volunteer
Volunteer with Barnardos and help us with our events. We are looking for volunteers to be involved in event support in NSW and the ACT
Give a recurring gift
When you give a recurring gift you become a Barnardos Buddy. Your ongoing donation will give vulnerable Australian children the chance at a brighter future
Corporate support
We work hard to create impactful partnerships that balance your need to contribute to your community with the needs of your business, customers and employees
Fundraise for us
Every dollar that you raise helps to change the lives of those most vulnerable in our community
Gifts for Kids Christmas appeal
This year consider donating a gift to a child in need. Each year we run a gift drive to give presents to the thousands of children in our programs who would otherwise go without
You can help us change lives
Sherryn's courageous story
With your help, we've improved the lives of over 27,829 children, young people
and families over the last year, enabling them to recover and thrive!
Update your donor details
By keeping your contact details up to date you’re helping us to ensure you receive important information about your gifts as well as keeping you informed about news and events.
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*Australian Bureau of Statistics – Estimating Homelessness: Census 2023