There are currently 80,080 children in care in the UK and in the North West, where our charity is based there are the highest levels of looked-after children in the country. The system is significantly under strain. Each year around 12,500 young people leave care. They deserve the best possible life chances, but they tell us they continue to feel stigmatised and alienated from society. We're committed to challenging stereotypes and shattering misconceptions.

Our care leavers fund was established to support people long after they leave our care. Our care leavers regular access the fund for emergency food, support to set up a new home, rent arrears or to fund materials and equipment for further education.

We want to see long-term support in place for care leavers. Starting from someone's initial transition from the care system into adulthood. We also want to see appropriate ongoing support offered throughout someone's life, so they can truly thrive. With your support we can make that possible.