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Hope and Homes for Children is at the forefront of a growing global movement to eliminate orphanages globally.

Journalists swap seats with politicians to help make orphanages history
Two veteran politicians took their chance to turn the tables and grill a pair of the UK's most experienced political journalists, at Hope and Homes for Children's annual Swapping Seats fundraising event in London today.
This Christmas, help make sure that Violeta—and children like her—stay where they belong
Thank you so much for your support for Hope and Homes for Children. We are closer to a world in which orphanages are recognised as unacceptable and every child can grow up where they belong: in a loving family.
Special United Nations status awarded to Hope and Homes for Children
We’re delighted to announce that the UN’s Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) has granted Hope and Homes for Children Special Consultative Status.
Children’s lives transformed as one of Romania’s largest orphanages closes
Nearly two hundred children are now where they belong; with people who love them, thanks to the successful closure of the Sfântu Spiridon orphanage in Targu Frumos, Iasi county, Romania.

In numbers

Every child wants a safe, loving family to grow up in. But over 8 million children confined to orphanages around the world are denied this, with often catastrophic effects.

A global movement for change

Hope and Homes for Children is working towards a day where every child can grow up in a loving family. We know we will only achieve this by working with others. Through our partnerships with national governments, civil society organisations, international agencies, corporate donors and committed individuals, we are helping to build a global movement that will eliminate orphanages in our lifetime.

Our work

Transforming childcare systems

Hope and Homes for Children is working alongside governments and civil society organisations in over 30 countries to dismantle orphanage-based care systems. Our transformation model is driving reform and laying the foundations for long-lasting change.

Children’s stories

We’re inspired by the courage and resilience of the children we work for. Here are some of their stories.

Stories

Carrol’s story
On UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities we bring you Carrol's story: “We used to be distressed, wondering how our child was being treated in the institution but now we are quite sure of how he is treated because he is in our hands.”
To escape her violent marriage, Galina faced an impossible choice
On this day we bring you Galina's story: Faced with the terrible dilemma of having her children sent to an orphanage if she left her violent husband, her courage and determination meant that she is now able to bring her children up within the love and safety of a family.
A foster family story from Bosnia and Herzegovina: “Alex will always be a part of our family”
In the 15 years he spent growing up in an orphanage in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Alex never knew what it meant to feel safe. He had three meals a day but he was always hungry for love. He now lives a loving foster family.
Haris’s story from Bosnia: a happy childhood with his mum and sisters
Growing up with his older sisters to love and protect him, baby Haris is never likely to be short of playmates, cuddles or helpful advice. But without the courage and commitment of his mum, Esmeralda, this happy childhood would have all too easily been stolen from him.

Upcoming challenges

There are loads of ways for you to join our global movement and help transform the lives of the 8 million children confined to orphanages around the world.

Bath Half Marathon
15 March 2020
Bath, Somerset
2020 RACE ENTRIES NOW OPEN
The ‘Bath Half’ as it is affectionately known, is one of the most popular and longest established mass-participation running events in the UK, one of the leading warm-up races for the London Marathon and the largest single day fundraising event in the South West.
Trek Bosnia
12 – 19 September 2020
Bosnia & Herzegovina and Montenegro
Are your boots made for walking? Then join us on this incredible Balkan adventure. Our route will take us into the heart of the stunning Dinaric Alps and the primeval forests of the Sutjeska National Park.
Royal Parks Half Marathon
11 October 2020
Hyde Park, London
PLACES ARE NOW AVAILABLE
Register today to secure your place in this iconic half marathon in 2020

Upcoming events

Swapping Seats
22 November 2019
Royal Horseguards Hotel, London
An exclusive event over lunch in the historic surroundings of the former home of William Gladstone’s beloved Liberal Party. Guests will get to witness some of the country’s leading political peers and journalists go head to head.
25th Anniversary Christmas Carol Concert
4 December 2019
St Mary Abbots Church, Kensington
This event has now SOLD OUT

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