Family Support

At Befriend a Child we are aware how tough it’s been for families during COVID-19, and we wanted to help in any way we could.

In June 2021 and with thanks to funding from Fairer Aberdeen Fund we were able to assist families who could do with some extra help at this time. We provided care packages and were able to sign post families to other organisations who can advise or help.

We sent out 221 care packages which included toiletries, cleaning products, sanitary products, home schooling /homework packs and arts and crafts for the kids. We also set aside a small budget for warm clothes for the children.

We were delighted to be able to support so many local children, young people and their families.

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Sponsored Events

Do you want to take on a challenge and raise money for Befriend a Child? Why not take on a sponsored event? With numerous events taking place across Scotland include climbing, cycling, running, walking and more, there's something for everyone! At Befriend a Child we are always so grateful for any support we receive. No matter what challenge you decide to take on, your support can go a long way in shaping the life of a local child or young person.
5K a day for the month of May

Befriend a Childs 5K a day for the month of May challenge returns for 2022! Join us this year by walking, jogging, running, or cycling 5K every day in May with the support of local fitness experts and do it with a smile to help turn frowns upside down for children across Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. You can take on your 5K a day solo as a personal fitness challenge, or with your friends, family, or colleagues!
Bumi Armada support Befriend a Child’s Easter Extravaganza party

Bumi Armada and Befriend a Child are bringing Easter joy to the lives of many local children this March. The annual Christmas party that takes place each December at the Aberdeen Altens Hotel was postponed due to restrictions, therefore it was decided that an Easter Extravaganza would replace it this year.
Befriend a Child look for volunteer befrienders and mentors in Aberdeenshire

With demand for their services growing, local children’s charity, Befriend a Child, have launched an appeal to find new befrienders and mentors in Aberdeenshire. In the wake of COVID-19, more children and young people are in need of a befriender or mentor, and the charity is committed to ensuring it can support those most in need in the local community.

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Apply to volunteer

We are always looking for kind, caring and reliable people to bring positivity, and new experiences to a young person’s life. All we need is a few hours of your time once a week for a minimum commitment of a year after training.
5K a day for the month of May

Befriend a Childs 5K a day for the month of May challenge returns for 2022! Join us this year by walking, jogging, running, or cycling 5K every day in May with the support of local fitness experts and do it with a smile to help turn frowns upside down for children across Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. You can take on your 5K a day solo as a personal fitness challenge, or with your friends, family, or colleagues!
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Befriend a Child's Carnival Ball

We are back in 2022 with the best black-tie fiesta in town! Come and join us for a night of games, dancing, live entertainment and delicious food on the 27th May at The Chester Hotel. To celebrate our return we are offering tables of ten for an early bird price of £950. Get in touch today to book your table or find out more. We can’t wait to bring the Carnival Ball to Aberdeen! [email protected]
Join Our Team

Befriend a Child are looking to recruit a Family Support Co-ordinator to offer practical help and emotional support to the families we support who are experiencing difficulties due to being marginalised in their communities and struggling with hardship.
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