140 Years protecting Victorian children
We started out in Melbourne in 1877, as the Berry Street Babies’ Home, caring for abandoned babies and mothers with no shelter or support.
Today, we’re Victoria’s largest independent child and family services organisation. We have helped hundreds of thousands of children and families over 140 years. Explore 140 Years - Thousands of stories.
A very difficult story to tell
When he arrived at hospital, Daniel’s severe injuries suggested he had been thrown against a wall and stomped on. He had been assaulted and neglected by his parents since birth.
Daniel had a fractured skull, damaged eye socket and broken bones, including old untreated breaks. He had brain damage and was bruised black and blue.
Last year we helped
2,444
children, young people and women were provided with safe homes
2,770
women and children received support to help heal childhood trauma
6,161
parents were provided practical support help them better care for their children
4,553
women and children were helped by our family violence team
Sadly, half of the children who are removed from their families due to violence and abuse are under five years of age. Will you help ensure vulnerable babies get the love and protection they need?
Children like Amy are facing so much abuse and violence, it isn’t be safe for them to stay at home. Your donation will help give frightened children safety and care.
Our Education Model provides schools with the training, curriculum and strategies to engage the most challenging students.
In Victoria, the number of children who cannot live safely at home has risen every year over the last ten years. With your help they can heal and look forward to the future.