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Thank you for
completing our
2026 Survey!

Thank you for taking the time to share
your thoughts with us

Your insights are incredibly valuable and play an important role in shaping the future of Barnardos, helping us strengthen our impact for children, young people and families across Australia.

Thank you once again for your generous support — together, we’re giving every child the chance to grow up safe, nurtured, and cared for. 

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Your donation makes a big difference

Each year, thanks to the generosity of supporters like you, we help thousands of vulnerable children, young people and families move towards brighter, safer futures. Here’s the impact your support made possible last year:

90%

young people in our programs reported an improvement in health and wellbeing*

27,829

children, young people and families were supported by Barnardos*

80%

80% of parents/caregivers in our parenting programs said their capacity to care had improved*

*Impact determined from all children, young people and families in our programs and from outreach activities in our communities. 

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How your donation helps

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We reduce child abuse, trauma and neglect by supporting and ensuring families, children and young people can recover and are safe at home
We connect children, young people and families to the community to ensure they never feel isolated or alone
We give children, young people and families the tools to cope with life’s challenges and improve their wellbeing
We motivate children, young people and their families to embrace learning and education so they can reach their brightest future
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We amplify the voices of young people to influence Government on the issues that affect their lives
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We celebrate diversity and encourage children, young people and families to embrace their culture, history and identity

WHAT WE SEE

We see beyond the sleepover in cars and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a parent and their child have nowhere safe to stay and are
currently waiting for refuge accommodation.

We see beyond the sleepover in cars
and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a
parent and their child have nowhere
safe to stay and are currently waiting
for refuge accommodation.

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay. At Barnardos, we work closely with children to identify their unique needs and provide tailored support for each family member.   

Safe accommodation

Support with transitional accommodation

Safety Planning

Providing safety planning
so that families can leave violence for good

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Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood. Our caseworkers recognise the importance of specialist support to help them recover and thrive. 

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and
children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay.
At Barnardos, we work closely with children to
identify their unique
needs and provide tailored support
for each family member
.  
 


Support with transitional accommodation

Providing safety planning so that families can leave violence for good

Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood.
Our caseworkers
recognise the importance of specialist support to
help them recover and thrive.
 

You can help too! A simple gift today can support a child who has experienced
domestic and family violence to recover and heal
.