140 Years protecting 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.
We have helped hundreds of thousands of children and families over 140 years. Explore 140 Years - Thousands of stories.
The Invisibles
Behind the headlines about domestic violence and abuse within families are real children, who need help rebuilding shattered lives.
The Invisibles is an inspiring documentary telling the story of five young people who have experienced adversity and trauma that most of us can only imagine.
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
Berry Street needs you opinions, your stories and your insights about childhood today. Your responses will help Berry Street understand how we can keep helping children and families today.
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.