Leeds Children’s Charity provides breaks for children in Leeds facing disadvantage — through residential stays, outdoor learning, and trusted support filled with adventure, fun and learning in a safe, happy environment.
We help children experience childhood as it should be.
Our mission is to support children in Leeds facing poverty, disadvantage, and difficult circumstances by providing safe residential breaks and outdoor learning experiences. We work in partnership with schools and social services to give children the chance to rest, play, build confidence, and develop resilience, helping them feel safe, valued, and able to thrive.
Our vision is a city where every child in Leeds has the opportunity to experience a happy, safe, and fulfilling childhood — regardless of their background. We want to break the cycle of poverty through early intervention, ensuring children grow up with confidence, belonging, and brighter long-term futures.
We’re strongly committed to providing for the children who need us. Everything we do is for the benefit of those we support; we find a shared joy in the work we do.
It’s our goal to create opportunities for children and help them grow. We know what needs to be done to achieve this and we continuously take action to keep making this happen.
We are open and honest about how we operate and where funds are spent. It’s our goal to make sure the people of Leeds know why we exist and about the work we’re doing.
Relationships are at the heart of what we do. From the children and their caregivers and guardians, to our staff, trustees and sponsors, we take time to make meaningful connections and build trust.
Nothing is a half-hearted effort. We want every child to be enriched by their time with us. Those who work with us are supported and involved. Our time is spent productively.
We are sensitive and responsive to the vulnerabilities of others. It’s our place to be aware of the challenges some of our kids face and provide support. We act from a place of kindness.
