Important Holidays That Teach Children About Humanity
Throughout the year, there are several holidays that not only encourage celebration but offer an opportunity to teach children about important issues impacting our world, from World Refugee Day to World Children's Day.
Charitable Events Throughout The Year
Ebola in DR Congo: 180 Children Have Lost Both Caregivers 100 Days Into Outbreak
DR Congo's Ebola outbreak has left 180 children without any caregiver in 100 days. See how Save the Children is protecting orphaned kids.
Afghanistan: Nearly one in 10 children acutely malnourished
The number of acutely malnourished children in Afghanistan is increasing with nearly one in 10 children under five experiencing wasting.
Indonesia Earthquake: Education for 8,000 Children Disrupted Following Deadly Quake
Thousands of children in Indonesia are facing disruptions to their education after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake.
July Sees Highest Number of Child Casualties in Over Four Years in Ukraine
July saw the highest number of child casualties in Ukraine in more than four years.
Colombia Earthquake: Thousands Need Emergency Aid as Save the Children Responds
Thousands of families in earthquake-devastated Colombia have had their homes damaged or destroyed, with children and families urgently in need of drinking water, food, and emergenc…
Why Knowing Isn’t Enough — How Behavioral Science is Helping Save the Children Change Lives
In 2020, Save The Children launched a Center for Utilizing Behavioral Insights for Children (CUBIC)—the world’s first behavioral science team focused on underserved children.
Allison Zelkowitz
Allison Zelkowitz is the Founder and Director of the Center for Utilizing Behavioral Insights for Children (CUBIC).
Children at Risk After Strongest Earthquake in a Decade Strikes Colombia
The strongest earthquake to hit Colombia in a decade has struck the western part of Colombia, causing widespread destruction. The disaster has left children and families facing unc…
Save the Children Urges Administration to Preserve the Core Promise of Head Start
Proposed changes to the Head Start Program Performance Standards could weaken the comprehensive federal framework that has helped millions of children enter school healthy, safe an…
Spain: Children Arriving in Ceuta Amid Surge in Migrants Need Protection
Thousands of children arriving in Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta amid a surge in migration need immediate protection.
Inside the Fight Against Ebola: A Week with a Head Nurse in Ituri, DRC
As the Ebola spread continues through Ituri province in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a Save the Children-supported head nurse is documenting daily life on the frontlines.
Protecting Washington State Kids as Wildfires Threaten Families
As fast-moving wildfires continue to burn across central and eastern Washington, threatening homes, schools, communities and children's health, Save the Children is working to…
Pregnant Women in Venezuela Face Growing Health Risks After Quakes
Thousands of pregnant women and new mothers have been affected by earthquakes in Venezuela, where dozens of health facilities remain damaged and over 20,000 people are living in te…
Introducing the Impact Alliance
The Impact Alliance is a new model for collaboration between Save the Children, CARE and Mercy Corps, three independent organizations working together in new ways to improve how hu…
DRC: Over 180 children dead in Ebola outbreak as thousands need mental health support
At least 189 children have died in the latest Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Thousands more are living with fear and trauma and in need of mental…
Disability Rights and Inclusion by Design: Built In—Not Bolted On
To achieve progress for all kids, inclusion cannot be an afterthought—it must be embedded in the design, delivery, and evaluation of our programs.
Ukraine: June Sees Highest Number of Child Casualties Since First Months of Full-Scale War
Child casualties in Ukraine are surging once again, with new analysis from Save the Children finding that the number of child casualties in June was the highest since the third mon…
Children’s mental wellbeing at stake two weeks after Venezuela earthquakes
Children are showing signs of mental distress in the wake of last month’s devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, with parents and psychologists reporting children flinching at the s…
Growing Up with a Nation: Children Demand a Say in South Sudan's Future on 15 Years of Independence
As South Sudan marks 15 years of independence on July 9, children growing up in the world's youngest nation are calling on its leaders to include them in decision-making amid…
Save the Children: Airstrike on Gaza Tent Marks Fourth Palestinian Child Killed in Six Days by Israeli Forces
Four Palestinian children have reportedly been killed and several injured by Israeli forces over the past six days, including a 10-year-old boy today. Save the Children called once…
Sudan: More Than 5,500 Children Displaced by Escalating Violence in El Obeid in Past Two Weeks
As violence continues to intensify in El Obeid in North Kordofan, Sudan, more than 5,500 children have been displaced over the last two weeks in and around the city of El Obeid in…
First Baby Born by Caesarean Section at New Save the Children Hospital in World's Largest Refugee Camp
The first baby born by caesarean section (C-section) at a new Save the Children hospital in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, was safely delivered.
Venezuela Earthquakes: children among the tens of thousands missing
Save the Children today expressed serious concerns for children living on the streets and in informal tented camps in Venezuela, underscoring the urgent need for support, as rescue…
Staff Account from the Venezuela Earthquake: “Children are asking for their parents but their parents are not there”
A Save the Children staff member shares her experience of surviving the Venezuela earthquake.
Venezuela Earthquake: 'A Cataclysmic Event'
Families in earthquake-devastated Venezuela spent a second night sheltering in open spaces amid fears of further building collapses and raising serious concerns over children’s saf…
Venezuela Earthquake: Rescuers Race to Free People Trapped in Rubble
Rescuers in Venezuela are racing to find people trapped in the rubble of collapsed buildings after two massive earthquakes struck west of the capital Caracas.
No Child Should Ever Be a Target: UN Report Must Mark a Turning Point for Accountability for Palestinian Children
A UN Commission of Inquiry report saying that children in Gaza and the West Bank were deliberately targeted by Israeli authorities and security forces must mark a turning point for…
Puppets, Songs, Games Teach Young Children in DRC About Ebola to Tackle Misinformation, Protect Families
Using puppets, songs and musical statues, children as young as four in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are to be taught about Ebola in a new program aiming to tackle misinfo…
What I Saw in Sudan: A Frontline View of the Crisis and Why the World Must Act Now
After visiting Sudan, Save the Children’s CEO shares what she witnessed—and why the world must act now to address the largest humanitarian crisis today.
Save the Children Welcomes House Introduction of Bipartisan Child Care Modernization Act, Calls on Additional Lawmakers to Co-Sponsor
Save the Children and its advocacy arm, Save the Children Action Network (SCAN), welcome the introduction of the Child Care Modernization Act in the House of Representatives.
International Day of Play: Safe play areas a ‘lifeline’ for children
Access to safe play areas for children amid humanitarian emergencies must be protected, especially now that a record number of children are being forced from their homes by conflic…
Children displaced following strong earthquake in the Philippines
About 30,000 people, including children, have been displaced in the southern Philippines following one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the country in half a century. The earthq…
NEWS QUOTE: Philippines earthquake disrupts school for 3 million students as rescue efforts underway
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake rocked parts of the southern Philippines, killing at least 32 people, injuring dozens more and causing damage in a key coastal city in the province of Sa…
Israeli Authorities Closing Crossings into Gaza Puts Essential Supplies for Children Under Threat Once Again
Israeli authorities announced earlier today that they are closing border crossings into the Gaza Strip, including Kerem Shalam and Rafah, until further notice.
Greg Ramm
Greg Ramm is Country Director at Save the Children in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). He brings more than 30 years of experience in the humanitarian and development sector.
Amy Karageorgos
Amy Karagorgos is Senior Advisor for Disability Rights and Inclusion at Save the Children US, where she leads efforts to advance the rights and inclusion of children.
Annie Di Paola
Annie Di Paola is an Advisor for Disability Rights and Inclusion at Save the Children US, where she leads disability rights and inclusion efforts for our U.S. programs.
Aid organizations announce $500 million to fight child malnutrition
Donors and aid organizations including Save the Children have announced a commitment of USD $500 million today to ramp up the fight against child malnutrition in the world’s bigges…
From the World Cup to World Crises: How Soccer Transforms Children's Lives
As the world prepares to watch the 2026 World Cup, soccer is helping children to stay safe and recover from trauma on makeshift pitches, across refugee camps, and in communities i…
Children killed and injured in one of the biggest attacks on Ukraine in recent months
Save the Children responds to reports that a major attack on Ukraine last night has killed at least 18 people including two boys with children also among the dozens of people injur…
Sudan Braces for Worsening Child Malnutrition as Lean Season Starts
Save the Children predicts a rapid rise in child malnutrition in Sudan as pre-harvest season begins with bleak planting prospects three years into the ongoing conflict.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Urgent Need to Protect Children Amid Ebola Outbreak
Children are among the most vulnerable group in the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
EBOLA OUTBREAK: "Unless a collective effort is made, this crisis is going to get worse"
Save the Children is rushing to contain an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where decimated healthcare systems are ill equipped to stop its spread.
What Is Cash Assistance—and Why It Should Shape the Future of Emergency Response
Cash assistance is reshaping disaster relief. Save the Children’s Bjorn Betzler explains why flexible financial support leads to faster, more dignified recovery.
Number of Children Displaced by Conflict Reached Record High in 2025
The number of people displaced by conflict globally reached an all-time high of 32.3 million last year, impacting an estimated 13 million children.
Gaza: Children at Risk of Infection Due to Plague of Rats and Other Pests
Plagues of rats, mice and insects have swarmed displacement sites in Gaza in recent weeks as temperatures rise, escalating health risks for about 1.4 million people.
STATEMENT: 'Children in Lebanon have faced a 45-day nightmare' – a pause in hostilities must be 'definitive and permanent'
"Children in Lebanon have faced a 45-day nightmare and nowhere across the country has been safe," said Nora Ingdal, Save the Children's Lebanon Country Director.
Life in Gaza After the Ceasefire: A Mother’s Story of Loss, Displacement and Survival
A Save the Children staff member shares her experience of displacement, loss and raising a child in Gaza six months after the ceasefire.
Women in Water Spotlight
For more than two decades, Save the Children has partnered with P&G to expand access to clean drinking water — helping deliver more than 25 billion liters of clean water.
Staff Account from Lebanon: Forced to Flee but We Are Among the Lucky Ones
Jana is Save the Children’s Awards Management Coordinator in Lebanon. She has been displaced three times by conflict in Lebanon, the first time when she was eight years old.
Middle East Regional Crisis
Escalating violence in Lebanon and across the Middle East region is putting millions of children at risk. Donate now to help Save the Children deliver lifesaving support.
How a Demining Dog Is Protecting Children from Landmines in Ukraine
Landmines threaten millions of children in Ukraine. Learn how a mine detection dog is helping deliver life-saving safety education in frontline communities.
Children Recruited into Armed Groups in DR Congo Describe Abduction, Drugging, and Violence as Call for Greater Action
Children recruited into armed groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have backed calls for greater action to bring those responsible to account.
Statement: Under the Limited Opening of Rafah Border, Urgent Medical Evacuations Would Take Over a Year
The partial opening of the Rafah border has created a sense of disappointment across Gaza with families and children in urgent need of medical evacuation being left in limbo waitin…
Statement: Supplies Running Out for 24,000 People in Syria's Al-Hol Camp with Aid Routes Blocked
Critical supplies in Al Hol camp are running dangerously low over a week since violence escalated in northeastern Syria.
SOMALIA: Children Facing Catastrophic Hunger as Drought Decimates Crops, Livestock
Children in Somalia are facing a catastrophic hunger crisis after four consecutive failed rainy seasons completely exhausted food reserves in several regions.
Statement: Nearly Two Years Since the Rafah Crossing Was Closed Families Await Developments
The planned reopening of Rafah crossing after nearly two years renews hope in Gaza.
America's Forgotten Promises to Afghanistan's Women and Children
Leslie Archambeault, Managing Director of Humanitarian Policy at Save the Children U.S., writes about her trip to Afghanistan and the impact of discontinued humanitarian aid.
How to Return to a Shattered Home? —Reflections from Syria
Save the Children President & CEO Janti Soeripto shares firsthand reflections from Syria after 14 years of conflict—highlighting the urgent shift toward long-term, locally led…
10 Things That Made the World A Better Place in 2025
2025 has been a monumental year for children around the world. Thanks to your support, Save the Children has worked tirelessly to create a brighter future for children everywhere.
2025 Year in Review: How Save the Children Helped Children Survive & Thrive
See how Save the Children supported children affected by conflict, climate disasters and poverty in 2025—and how you can help protect children as the year ends.
Year in Review 2025: 10 Life-Changing Wins for Children
See 10 powerful ways children’s lives improved in 2025—and how your support can help protect these gains in the year ahead.
The 2025 U.S. government shutdown and $4.9B in foreign aid cuts are putting children at risk—here’s how Save the Children is taking action.
The 2025 U.S. government shutdown and $4.9B in foreign aid cuts are putting children at risk, including families who rely on SNAP—here’s how Save the Children is taking action.
World Humanitarian Day 2025: Stories from the Frontlines
For World Humanitarian Day 2025, Justin* shares his powerful story of survival, resilience and commitment to ending suffering as an aid worker in the DRC.
Localization in Action: A New Era for Locally-Led Humanitarian Response
Local Response Pooled Fund (LRPF) shares key lessons learned from its journey in developing locally-led funding mechanisms in South Sudan.
Celebrating International Day of Play: The Importance of Play for All Children
In this blog, James Cox, Education Policy and Advocacy Lead at Save the Children International, defends play as a vital right for every child.
Making Every Dollar Count: How Save the Children Maximizes Aid Impact
Maximizing the impact of every dollar for children is more urgent than ever. Learn how Save the Children ensures cost-effective aid amidst shrinking global budgets.
A Staff Account: I Witnessed a Night of Terror for Children in Gaza
When I was woken up in the middle of the night on Tuesday by the roar of airstrikes and blaring ambulance sirens, I quickly realised that once again, Israeli forces were unleashing…
Flexible Funding Powering Youth Leadership
Concerned Youth Organization (CYO) is a youth-led organization (YLO) in Malawi with the goal of addressing issues affecting young people and children.
On the Ground in L.A. with Janti Soeripto: A Program Visit to Project:Camp
Save the Children US President & Chief Executive Officer Janti Soeripto discusses what she saw during a program visit in to our partner, Project:Camp in Los Angeles.
Celebrating Our Progress Towards Localization and Equitable Partnerships
As we approach the end of the year it is a fitting time to reflect on Save the Children’s (SC) progress towards localization and equitable partnerships.
The Most Powerful Antidote
Fortunately, for policymakers, government officials and the millions of vulnerable children and their families in the throes everyday worldwide, education is perhaps the most power…
2024 Year in Review
2024 has been a monumental year for children around the world. Thanks to your support, Save the Children has worked tirelessly to create a brighter future for children everywhere—a…
Addressing the Child Care Crisis: Save the Children’s Role and Insights from the Texas Tribune Festival Panel
The child care crisis in America is a pressing issue affecting millions of families, particularly those in rural and underserved areas.
Polio Epidemic Vaccination in Gaza: Six Things to Know
Aid agencies and medical professionals joined forces to call urgently for a ceasefire to allow life-saving polio vaccinations to be administered to about 640,000 children.
MPOX: Five Ways Children are More at Risk
Children are particularly vulnerable to the new strain of the deadly mpox virus that is spreading globally after being declared a public health emergency of international concern b…
The Rossetti Brothers Pickleball Rally for Charity
Save the Children is the beneficiary of a unique fundraising event on August 17, 2024, when identical twin brothers, Angelo A. & Ettore Rossetti (collectively, "The Rosset…
5 Ways to Help Kids Transition to Kindergarten
When parents and caregivers guide and support their child’s transition to school, children feel respected, loved and nurtured, which helps them make a successful adjustment.
Meet Some Future Gold Medalists!
As the Paris 2024 Olympics begin, join us in celebrating the power of sports in children’s lives —and meet some future gold medalists!
Childhood Journey Shapes Save the Children Staffer's Work
Tiir Rhoda, a Save the Children staff member in South Sudan, hopes to help children build their emotional resilience so they can focus on their futures even against a backdrop of w…
How and Where to Donate to Children's Charity
A charity donation to Save the Children help us do whatever it takes for children around the world. See where your giving goes and learn more about donation opportunities.
Yemeni Children Are On The Brink of Starvation
Children in Yemen are vulnerable to starvation. Learn how Save the Children is supporting the internally displaced people and affected communities.
Father’s Day Gifts That Give Back (2026): Meaningful Charity Gift Ideas for Dad
Looking for a meaningful Father’s Day gift? Discover charity gifts, donation ideas and gifts that give back—perfect for dads who don’t want more "stuff."
A Year Later: Yemen School Bus Attack
In August 2018, an airstrike by the Saudi- and Emirati-led coalition hit a school bus, killing 40 children. Save the Children has helped survivors of the airstrike, including an 8-…
A Young Life Deeply Saddened by Violence in El Salvador
Juan* shares his story about living in violent areas of El Salvador.
What’s Life Like for Children Growing Up in Conflict in Yemen?
It’s impossible to image what life is like for children growing up in conflict in Yemen, where 12.3 million children are in need of urgent humanitarian assistance.
Child Trafficking: What You Need to Know
Children account for 27% of all the human trafficking victims worldwide. Learn what you can do to help victims of child trafficking and exploitation.
Meet a Mother on the Frontlines in Yemen, Now Fighting COVID 19 As Well
A humanitarian worker in Yemen shares her story of resilience. In the midst of Yemen’s five-year war, she is fighting to help her country survive the COVID-19 pandemic.
Child Sponsorship FAQs
Save the Children pioneered child sponsorship in the early 1900s. Over 100 years later, we’re evolving to meet today’s challenges. Get answers to the most frequently-asked question…
Plan Your Legacy
Learn more about how gift planning and including Save the Children in your legacy plans can make a difference in the lives of the most marginalized children.
How to Volunteer with Save the Children
Learn about how to volunteer with Save the Children. You can get involved by volunteering at events, joining our corporate partnerships and advocating for children.
Start a Fundraiser
Want to start a fundraiser? Raise funds for children by donating your birthday, running a race, or creating your own event. Get started today!
Other Ways To Give
Wondering how to donate to children in need? Many sites, apps and rewards programs offer easy ways to give – automatically. Effortlessly.
Help Children in Yemen
Save the Children provides assistance through health and educational programs to starving children in Yemen. Donate to children in Yemen today.
Donate to Help Kids in the United States of America
Save the Children supports children in rural communities across the United States. We invest in early education programs and get children back to the classroom after a disaster str…
Donate to Help Children and Refugees in Uganda
Save the Children helps girls and boys living in poverty in Uganda. Help Ugandan children fight against the food crisis by providing emergency relief today.
Donate to Sudan Crisis | Help Children in Sudan
Donate to help children in Sudan facing hunger, displacement and conflict. Learn how your support provides life-saving aid to families in need.
Help Children in South Sudan
Save the Children helps children living in poverty in South Sudan to improve their health and quality of life. Help children in South Sudan today.
Donate to Help Children Affected by Earthquakes in the Philippines
Support earthquake relief in the Philippines. Help provide emergency essentials, shelter supplies and other aid to children and families affected by the recent earthquake.
Help Children in Haiti
Save the Children helps girls and boys living in poverty in Haiti. Join us to give children the healthcare and nutrition they need right now.
How to Stay Safe During a Tornado: 10 Expert Tips
Get expert tornado safety tips to protect kids and families. Learn how to prepare, what to do during a tornado and how to recover after one.
Refugee Advocacy: How to Advocate for Refugees
Today, with the world's focus on Ukraine, Syria, Cox's Bazar and many other growing refugee crises, it's more important that we advocate for refugees. Join us.
5 Ways That Conflict Impacts Children's Mental Health
Distressing conflict-related events can affect children's psychological and emotional well-being in various ways, and have a long-term impact if left untreated.
Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Mental health is still a stigma in many places, meaning children often do not get the support they desperately need.
Flood Relief | How to Help & Donate
Learn how to help families affected by floods. See Save the Children’s real-time response, flood safety tips for kids, and ways to donate to support relief efforts.
Current Ebola Outbreak in DRC | Ebola Emergency in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
A fast-moving Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is putting children and families at risk. Learn what’s happening in DRC and how Save the Children is responding…
World Refugee Day 2026
World Refugee Day is observed every year on June 20. Learn why World Refugee Day matters, how it began and how you can help refugee children around the world.
Ukraine Refugees: How to Help
The situation on the border of Eastern Ukraine and the escalation of hostilities has triggered an outflow of Ukrainian refugees seeking safety from the conflict.
Refugee Crisis Explained: Facts, Statistics & How to Help Refugee Children
What is the refugee crisis and why are so many refugees children? Get the facts, global stats, and real ways to help refugee children right now.
Eglantyne Jebb – Founder of Save the Children & Children's Rights Pioneer
Meet Eglantyne Jebb, one of the most important woman you’ve never heard of. Eglantyne founded Save the Children over 100 years ago in 1919.
Global Health Resource Library
Save the Children's Health and Nutrition programs seeks to facilitate and promote sustained improvements in health status, with special attention given to the needs of women a…
A Gaza Aid Worker Shares Her Story: The scenes I witnessed in Rafah will stay with me forever
Soraya Ali, Save the Children’s Global Media Manager - MENAEE. Soraya was in Gaza at the start of April, documenting the impact of the war on children, capturing the Save the Child…
I'm a Syrian and a Humanitarian: What 13 Years of Conflict Really Looks Like
Thirteen years after the conflict in my home country began, the country bears little resemblance to the place where I grew up. The protracted conflict has also skewed the way the w…
This Ramadan in Gaza, There Will be No Dates to Break the Fast
This Ramadan in Gaza, where lack of food is forcing families to eat leaves and animal food to survive, there will be no dates to break the fast.
Life in Gaza: What's Life Like for Children Growing Up in Conflict
Months of conflict have put the lives of at least one million children in Gaza at risk.
One Year On: Syria's Post-Earthquake Struggles
A first-hand account on the one-year anniversary of the Türkiye-Syria earthquake. Learn how children have been impacted and how to help recovery efforts.
Instead of learning in school, Gaza's children are forced to learn how to survive bombs and hunger
Across the Gaza Strip, hundreds of teachers have been killed and about 75% of schools, colleges, and universities have been completely destroyed or damaged.
Random Acts of Kindness Day 2026
Join Save the Children in celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Day 2026! Be a part of making a positive impact and spreading kindness for a brighter future.
International Day of Education 2026: Why It Matters for Children
International Day of Education is January 24, 2026. Learn why education matters, how it protects children, and how you can take action with Save the Children.
Take Your Child to the Library Day 2026
Discover the joy of learning and reading on International Day of Education with Take Your Child to the Library Day 2026. Learn more here.
2023 Year in Review
2023 has been a big year for children globally. With your help, Save the Children is working to build a better future for children across the world - a future they deserve.
Statement: Save the Children Welcomes Temporary Truce and Hostage Release
The release of several women and children hostages is welcome and long overdue news.
5 Ways Children are Impacted by the Gaza Israel Crisis
The conflict in Gaza and Israel is deeply alarming with horrendous consequences for children. Here are 5 ways in which children caught up in the Gaza and Israel crisis are being im…
What the Humanitarian Pause Means for Gaza
There will be daily 4-hour humanitarian pauses from fighting in northern Gaza. Here’s why that isn’t enough.
Catalyzing Change: Creating Work Opportunities for the Next Generation
Macroeconomic, social, geopolitical, climate, consumer and technological forces are affecting the way we all work. Leaders across industries are exploring new ways to help people b…
She Means Business: A Young Woman’s Story of Economic Empowerment in Ethiopia
Hello, everyone! My name is Tsion, and I want to share with you the incredible journey I've had through Save the Children's Young Women's Leadership & Economic E…
A Warning on Gaza from a Humanitarian Worker
An op-ed on Gaza by Gloria Donate, Director of Program Development at Save the Children: We need an immediate ceasefire to stop the horrific loss of civilian life.
Breaking Down Barriers to Work for Youth with Disabilities
As many as 220 million young people live with disabilities worldwide. Long-standing obstacles to employment force many to rely on family to help meet their basic needs.
Nana's Story: Life in Gaza During Times of Conflict
7-year-old Nana* and her father, a Save the Children staff member, share their story from Gaza.
Nurturing the Future: Empowering Youth for a Sustainable Tomorrow
The climate crisis is a children's rights crisis that children are experiencing right now. Around one billion children, roughly one in two worldwide, live in countries at extr…
Celebrate World Kindness Day 2026
Join Save the Children in celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Day 2026! Be a part of making a positive impact and spreading kindness for a brighter future.
Donate to Help Children in Gaza
The scale of devastation in Gaza is extraordinary. We urgently need your support to help children in Gaza to survive and recover from this humanitarian catastrophe. Learn how to he…
The Impact of a Federal Government Shutdown Could Significantly Impact Children: Here's How
If Congress can’t pass final spending bills by November 17th, the government could still shut down... which would interrupt critical support for kids and families.
Supporting Health and Resilience in Turkana County, Kenya
In June I had the chance to host some Save the Children donors in Turkana County, Kenya.
Insights from Women Deliver 2023 for Companies Ready to Act
Having recently returned from the Women Deliver conference in Kigali, Rwanda, I was struck by the similarities between the themes of this fun, technicolor treat of a film and the p…
Global Conversations: Tackling Child Marriage
Dr. Modupe Taiwo, a Save the Children program director in Sierra Leone, leads “My Body. My Decision. My Rights,” a project funded by Global Affairs Canada to reduce and respond to…
Women Creating Change in Ethiopia, One Business at a Time
During my recent travels to the Sidama and Oromia regions of Ethiopia, I had the privilege of speaking with graduates of Save the Children’s Young Women’s Leadership and Economic E…
Child Labor Is on the Rise – Help Us Give Children a Better Future
Every child deserves a future. We are proud to work with families, communities, governments, and partners to prevent child labor and we call on everyone to join us in this effort.…
Our Favorite Children's Books
Discover diverse children's reading lists from Save the Children. Explore our favorite subjects, including Black history, gender equality and more.
Staff Picks: Children's Books That Illustrate the Refugee Experience
This year in celebration of World Refugee Day, our staff has hand-picked children's books that highlight the refugee experience.
Reflections from Colombia
As I reflect on the people I recently met and the communities I was privileged to visit in Colombia with four of our committed donors.
Why Children Need Protection in a Digital World
Children are entering the digital environment at a pace like we have never seen before. As a result, organizations like ours are rapidly evolving our approaches to make better use…
Through the Ages, Women Make Things Happen
Now more than ever, the world needs the collective power of women to spur transformative change. Inspired and ready – like our bold founder a century ago – 100 Strong has stepped u…
Children's Books that Celebrate Ramadan and Muslim Culture
These children's books from our Ramadan reading list help your kids celebrate Ramadan, Muslim culture and make wonderful reads throughout the entire year!
Pakistan Floods Six Months On
The battle of last summer may be over, but the war from the devastating 2022 flooding is still on-going.
After Devastating Earthquakes, Syrian Children Need Our Help to Piece Their Lives Back Together
After the earthquakes that struck both Türkiye and Syria on February 6 and killed over 50,000 people, millions of people are trying to piece their lives back together once again.
5 Reasons to Read to Babies and Toddlers Every Day
Our experts explain why it's crucial that caregivers read to babies and toddlers every day. Learn why and how to develop at-home habits that support reading at home.
Five Humanitarian Trends Shaping 2023
The number of children needing humanitarian assistance rose to 149 million children in 2022, and this number is only expected to rise. Here are just some of the global trends expec…
Building a Safe and Positive Digital World for Kids is Possible
Save the Children is dedicated to making sure children can use the internet safely in ways that contribute to their participation and well-being.
Turkey and Syria Earthquake: How to Help
Thousands of people have lost their lives and thousands more have been injured in a devasting 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck the Turkey (Türkiye) and Syria borders.
The Top 5 Trends Driving Humanitarian Need in 2023
Sadly, these 5 global trends that are driving the greatest humanitarian needs for children in 2023—conflict, climate, critical funding gaps—are all quite familiar.
A teacher in Afghanistan shares what the ban on female aid workers means for woman and girls
Without our female staff, organizations like Save the Children cannot safely and effectively operate in Afghanistan. That’s because women and girls in our communities can only inte…
A Guide to Help Bring Disability Inclusion to Your Home and Community.
In celebration of Disability Pride Month, we’re sharing this guide to help you bring disability inclusion to your home and community.
Children on the Brink: The Global Hunger Crisis
Greg Ramm, Head of the Department of Humanitarian Response at Save the Children, recently traveled to Burkina Faso. "I have seen centers like these before but it’s always shoc…
2022 Year in Review
2022 has been a big year for children globally. With your help, Save the Children is working to build a a better future for children across the world - a future they deserve.
What Is Famine: Definitions, Causes and Global Impact
Learn more about how famine is defined, what declaring famine means for those children and families affected as well as what happens next.
Famine Myths vs Facts: What the World Gets Wrong
Discover the truth about famine. Learn the myths vs facts, why children are most at risk and how Save the Children is responding worldwide.
Ukraine Women Share Their Stories from the Border
Women and children have been forced to leave Ukraine as fathers and husbands stay behind to fight. Read stories from mothers on the border seeking safety.
Children on the Brink: What We Must Do to Respond to the Global Hunger Crisis
I recently traveled to visit our programs in Burkina Faso where the hunger crisis is threatening the lives of children in a country already suffering from conflict and drought.
Kentucky Floods: How to Help
Deadly and destructive flooding across eastern Kentucky is putting children at great risk. Learn how to help.
Syrian Refugee Children Stories : Life as a Refugee
Read the stories of Syrian children who had to flee their homes in a war-torn country. Find out how you can donate to help Syrian refugee children.
Juneteenth 2026
In anticipation of Juneteenth on June 19, 2026, our experts have put together a helpful guide for families and children to learn about this important holiday.
How Conflict in Afghanistan Impacts Women and Girls
The conflict in Afghanistan is having a disproportionate impact on Afghanistan women and Afghanistan girls. Hear from four women about their struggles in Afghanistan.
Ways to Give to Charity Without Donating Money
Donating isn't the only way to support your favorite charity! Save the Children shares 7 ways to get involved without donating money.
What's It Like for Afghan Children Inside a U.S. Shelter
For the Afghan refugees who have made it here to the U.S., many are arriving utterly exhausted. Some children are arriving without their siblings. Some even arrive alone.
Afghanistan Refugees: How to Help
The Pakistan deportation drive has triggered an outflow of Afghan refugees seeking safety. Now, a deadly earthquake has put thousands more in danger. Learn how to help displaced Af…
Beirut Explosion: One Year Later, One Family's Story
Children living in Beirut, Lebanon have endured a year of instability after a massive explosion plunged the city deeper into poverty. Read one family's story.
Poverty Around the World
Poverty affects children worldwide and its impact is felt on countless levels. Learn about global childhood poverty and other child poverty statistics.
Our Favorite Asian American Pacific Islander Books for Children
To honor AAPI Heritage Month, Save the Children shares favorite children’s books that inspire young readers year-round.
Poems About Coronavirus Written by Children
Read the short poems that children around to word wrote about life under lockdown. 5 children share their hopes, fears, and how the pandemic has changed their lives.
Six Stories for Six Years of War in Yemen
Children living in Yemen have endured six years of conflict. Here are their stories of how the conflict has impacted their lives, education and futures.
Unaccompanied Children at the Border
Children arriving alone at the Burundi border face deadly conditions and heightened risks after fleeing violence in DRC.
A Place in Her Heart
A young girl deals with the death of a family member through Save the Children's Healing through Education and the Arts program. Read her story.
Child Hunger in America
Learn more about child hunger in America, where nearly 1 in 8 children are food insecure. Save the Children is making a difference and you can join us.
10 Humanitarian Crises to Know About Right Now
The challenges that 2024 bring are daunting, but with collective action we can accelerate and amplify impact for children facing today’s greatest threats.
Save the Children Wins $54 Million USAID Award to Support the Government of Niger to Improve Health, Family Planning, and Nutrition Outcomes
Read about Save the Children's $54 Million USAID award to support the Government of Niger to improve health outcomes.
Hurricane Safety Tips & Relief Response
Save the Children’s emergency response experts have compiled ways to prepare for a hurricane and stay safe during a hurricane to help protect your children from distress during and…
How to Help for the Holidays: 5 Meaningful Ways to Give Back in 2025
Discover meaningful ways to help for the holidays — from donating and fundraising to advocacy and kindness. Learn how to give back and support children in 2025.
Healing the Wounds of Gang Violence in El Salvador
Save the Children is addressing the root causes of the U.S. border crisis through programs that focus on education and peace-building. Learn about our impact in El Salvador.
Help Children in North America
Save the Children works in North America to help children impacted by natural disasters, rural poverty and violence.
Donate to Help Children in Asia
Save the Children works in Asia to help children every day and in times of crisis.
Help Children in Latin America
Save the Children works in Latin America to help children forcibly displaced by conflict. Donate to help children in Latin America.
6 Reasons Your Child Should Get a Flu Shot This Year
This winter, as the COVID pandemic evolves, getting a flu vaccine can help keep children, families and communities healthy.
9 Ways to Help Children Prepare for the Winter Blues
For children who have been affected by the changing seasons, the winter blues may be especially hard to manage. Our experts share tips to help.
Books That Celebrate Latinx Characters
To celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, Save the Children staffers share their favorite books that inspire this month all year round.
Los Angeles Wildfires: Emergency Aid & Long-Term Recovery for Children
Learn how Save the Children is helping families recover from the Los Angeles wildfires through emergency aid, childcare and mental health support.
Hanukkah Present Ideas: Gift Guide that Gives Back
Find meaningful Hanukkah present ideas and gifts that give back. Support children worldwide with our 2025 Hanukkah gift guide.
Child Poverty in Rural America
Learn more about child poverty in rural America, where nearly 3 million children in need. Here’s how you can help.
Nour usually responds to crises. This time she was at ground zero
Nour Wahid, a humanitarian aid worker for Save the Children, shares the terrifying moments that took place as a massive explosion rocked Lebanon's capitol of Beirut.
Learn the Truth About Child Trafficking Myth Vs. Fact
Child trafficking affects millions of boys and girls around the world. Fight misinformation by learning more about the myths and facts of child trafficking.
Use Your Voice to Donate Money to Save the Children with Amazon Alexa
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Amazon Alexa has added additional functionality to nonprofits by giving supporters the option to donate money or goods for kids in need.
When High School—and Childhood—Is Cut Short in America
Children across America are dropping out of high school at alarming rates—but not every county has the same high school drop-out rate. Learn how states rank.
Donate to Help Children in the Middle East and Eurasia
Save the Children works in the Middle East to help children forcibly displaced by conflict. Donate to help children in the Middle East.dara-syria-ch1455438-sq.jpg
Donate to Help Children in Africa
Save the Children provides health, education and nutrition programs to children in Africa. Donate to help African children impacted by conflict, drought and poverty.
Save The Children Now Accepts Donations Using Venmo
Looking for a fast way to give while you’re on the go? Save the Children is excited to announce that supporters can now donate using Venmo
Tips for Talking with Children About Racism and Social Justice
Experts share tips for how to talk about racism and social justice with children. Help to guide the conversation or to help kids understand what is happening in America now.
The Health Benefits You’ll Receive By Donating To Charity
Learn six ways in which donating to charity has positive psychological, physical, and monetary effects on the donor. Your donation makes a difference.
What Is Malnutrition and How Does it Affect Children?
Learn what causes malnutrition in children. Malnutrition can occur in children of all ages, but young children are the most vulnerable.
Food Insecurity in America is Cutting Childhoods Short
Children in America are struggling with food insecurity. Learn which states struggle to protect children the most and how COVID-19 is magnifying hunger.
Asylum Seekers, Migrants and Immigrants and Refugees: Who Are They?
Learn about the differences between asylum seekers, migrants, child refugees and immigrants. Get the facts and join Save the Children to help children and families on the move.
Child Soldiers: Childhood’s End
Child soldiers, the tragic fate of hundreds of thousands of boys and girls, is a grave child rights violation – and the end of childhood. Learn the facts.
Child Marriage: A Violation of Child Rights
Child marriage represents the devastating end of childhood for 40 million girls worldwide. Get the facts and join Save the Children to end child marriage.
Charitable Gifts for Children
Find the best charity donation gifts this holiday season in our charitable gift catalog. Explore holiday gifts that donate to charity from clean water to mosquito nets & more.
Weekly Learning Activities for Kids Grades Pre-K thru 6
Save the Children experts share weekly schedules to plan day-by-day activities for at home children who are out of school due to coronavirus.
5 Ways to Make the Most of At-Home Reading
Save the Children experts share tips for making at-home reading fun for young children while they are out of school over the summer, during break or any day of the week.
Coronavirus Is a Devastating Blow to Children in Poverty
Learn why the coronavirus outbreak threatens children living in poverty, who may not be able to practice social distancing or recover from economic loss.
10 Ways to Help Others in Your Community
Learn how to help your neighbors in need—and let them know they’re not alone.
Learn at Home with Free Educational Websites for Children
Looking for free educational websites and apps for kids this holiday season? Explore trusted learning resources for preschool and elementary children—and help support access to edu…
S.H.A.R.E. and R.E.A.D. with your Child
Discover simple, fun ways to read and bond with your child. Learn the S.H.A.R.E. steps for babies and toddlers and R.E.A.D. tips for school-age children.
Tips to Help Children Cope with Difficult Transitions
Our experts share tips on how to help children make difficult social transitions, like returning to school.
Fun Ways to Incorporate Math at Home
Our experts share ways to incorporate math into everyday routines while kids are home.
6 Relaxation Activities That Can Help to Calm Kids During Times of Anxiety
Our experts share relaxation and stress-reducing activities for children. Learn how to help manage anxiety in the wake of an emergency like coronavirus outbreak.
How Grandparents Can Stay Connected with Their Grandkids, Despite Social Distancing
Our experts share tips on how to help grandchildren understand difficult social transitions, like being away from grandparents, due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Advocate for Children
Learn about how we're championing children's rights through our policy and advocacy and Save the Children Action Network (SCAN).
19 Children's Books That Celebrate Juneteenth and Black History
To celebrate Juneteenth and Black History, Save the Children shares our favorite children's books that inspire young readers this month all year round.
National Read Across America Day 2026
Discover National Read Across America Day 2026 with Save the Children. Explore initiatives, stories, and ways to get involved in fostering a love for reading.
Save the Children Earns a 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator
Charity Navigator has awarded Save the Children a four-star rating. We’re proud to be recognized for our strong financial health and accountability.
Here Are 5 Simple Ways to Help a Child in Need on #GivingTuesday
Giving Tuesday is a global day of unity where you can give back and support children in need. This year, Giving Tuesday is on December 2, 2025.
In Rural America, the Silence of Poverty Is Deafening
Learn how Save the Children helps children in rural America who may not be exposed to early learning opportunities.
Horn of Africa Climate Crisis
Learn about the climate crisis in the Horn of Africa and how prolonged droughts across Somalia, Ethiopia and Kenya are leaving children struggling to survive.
The Injustice in Dying from Pneumonia
Learn my so many children die from pneumonia and how Save the Children, a leader when it comes to combating pneumonia, is working to combat the deadly disease.
How to Help Migrant Children at the U.S. Southern Border
The severe social and developmental issues in children caused as a result of family separation carry lifelong consequences. Learn how to help children at the U.S. Southern Border.
Children in Yemen Suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition
In Yemen, children are dying from starvation because of a lack of food due to the ongoing war. Children in Yemen suffering from malnutrition need help now.
Why Volunteer for Save the Children?
Read some of our most frequently asked questions about volunteer opportunities with Save the Children.
Indonesia Earthquake and Tsunami Survivor Story
Read a survivor story of a child who lived through the 2018 Indonesia earthquake and tsunami. Save the Children is helping children impacted by one of Indonesia’s deadliest disaste…
Gala 2020
Save the Children's 2020 Gala will be on October 29 in New York City. Honorees will be recognized for their achievements.
Donate to Help Children in Venezuela
Learn how the humanitarian crisis and recent earthquakes are affecting children in Venezuela. See how Save the Children is providing lifesaving support and discover ways you can he…
Colombia Earthquake: Help Children Now
A devastating earthquake has struck Colombia. Donate today to help children and families affected by the disaster receive lifesaving emergency support.
How to Cook Soup Joumou with Kids
Soup Joumou is part of Haitian culture. Learn how to make this healthy, kid-friendly recipe.
Cooking With Kids
Preparing healthy, kid-friendly recipes is a fun activity that can teach children about nutrition and new cultures.
Children First: 2025 Annual Report
Explore Save the Children’s 2025 Annual Report, Children First, to learn about our work and results in 2025.
Help Children in Bhutan
Since 1982, Save the Children has worked with Bhutan’s government to address education and child-related issues. Sponsor a child in Bhutan today.
Help Children in Bhutan
Since 1982, Save the Children has worked with Bhutan’s government to address education and child-related issues. Sponsor a child in Bhutan today.
Donate to Help Children in Malawi
Save the Children helps Malawian children living in poverty to improve their health and overall quality of life. Join us to help save children in Malawi.
World Children's Day 2025
World Children’s Day is November 20. Learn why this global day of action matters, how Save the Children helped shape children’s rights, and how you can support kids in 2025.
How to Make a Donation in Honor of Someone
Learn how to make a donation in honor of someone special. Make an honorary or tribute gift to Save the Children and send a personalized card while helping children in need.
6 Ways to Help Children in Need All Over the World
There are many ways to help children in need on Giving Tuesday and throughout the holiday season. You can donate to charity this Christmas by giving a gift, volunteering, or organi…
Droughts: Facts, Causes, and How We Can Help
Dahir, just 6 months old, was born into one of the worst droughts East Africa has experienced in over half a century.
Fatchima's Story
Save the Children has been in Niger since 2005, helping stop needless loss of life from a food crisis. Read one loving mother’s story.
A Day in the Life of Joseph in Boroli Refugee Camp, Uganda
A 7-year-old South Sudanese refugee, now lives with his mother and two siblings in Boroli Refugee Camp, Uganda.
Rabia and Mohamed's Story
A young Syrian couple watched as war tore their city apart before their eyes. They left Syria to give their children a fighting chance. Learn more.
Education and Child Protection Resource Library
Save the Children's education and child protection programs help children learn, develop and receive a quality education from childhood through young adulthood, and protect ch…
Hunger and Livelihoods Resource Library
Save the Children's Hunger and Livelihoods programs help parents provide for their children's basic needs. Programs focus on improving the food supply, farming practices…
Is Save the Children a Good Charity? | Give With Confidence
Yes. Save the Children is consistently rated a top charity. See our impact, program spending and why millions of supporters trust our work.
Brighter Futures for Children: A Year of Impact
Explore Save the Children’s 2022 Annual Report, Brighter Futures for Children: A Year of Impact, to learn about our work and results in 2022.
Health and Nutrition in Emergencies
In the aftermath of a disaster or conflict Save the Children delivers health and nutrition interventions that address illness and death.
Donate to Children and Refugees in Egypt
Save the Children helps girls and boys living in poverty in Egypt. Donate today to give children the healthcare, nutrition and education they need.
Help Children in Iraq
Save the Children helps girls and boys living in poverty in Iraq. Donate today to give children the nutrition and education they need.
Help Children in Jordan
Save the Children helps girls and boys living in poverty in Jordan. Donate to children in Jordan to give them the nutrition and education they need.
Help Children in Pakistan
Save the Children has been working in Pakistan for the last 25 years, assisting children and families in the aftermath of emergencies.
Donate to Help Children and Refugees in Syria
Help Syrian children affected by war, displacement and natural disasters. Learn how Save the Children helps provide vital aid including food, shelter, education and medical care.
Afghanistan Earthquake Relief - Donate to Help Afghan Children
Afghanistan earthquake relief is urgent. Give today to help Save the Children Save the Children support Afghan children's rights, including during periods of conflict and natu…
Help Children in Mali
Save the Children helps girls and boys living in poverty in Mali to improve their health and overall quality of life. Donate to help children in Mali.
Help Children in Mozambique
Save the Children helps girls and boys living in poverty in Mozambique improve their health and overall quality of life. Donate to help children in Mozambique.
Donate to Help Children in Niger
Save the Children helps Niger girls and boys living in poverty, providing healthcare services and protecting children from harm. Donate to children today.
Help Children in Nigeria
Nigerian children are experiencing acute malnutrition. Join Save the Children and help every child in Nigeria to receive the nutrition they need now.
Help Rwandan Children
Save the Children helps Rwandan girls and boys living in poverty, providing healthcare services and protecting children from harm. Donate to children today.
Help Children in Sierra Leone
Save the Children helps children living in poverty in Sierra Leone by providing nutrition and healthcare. Donate to children in Sierra Leone today.
Help Children in Somalia
Somalia is one of the hardest place on earth to be a child. Join Save the Children and help children in Somalia have a better life by donating today.
Help Children in Tanzania
Save the Children helps Tanzanian girls and boys in poverty, providing education, healthcare, and disaster relief. Join us and donate to Tanzanian children.
Help Children in Vietnam
Save the Children helps girls and boys living in poverty in Vietnam. Donate today to give children the healthcare, education, and nutrition they need.
Donate to Help Children in Zambia
Help Save the Children provide child welfare, education, nutrition, and disaster relief to Zambian children. Join us and donate to children in Zambia today.
Help Children in Zimbabwe
Save the Children helps children living in poverty in Zimbabwe. Donate today to help meet Zimbabwe’s children’s urgent nutrition, education and medical needs.
Help Children in Burkina Faso
Save the Children helps girls and boys living in poverty in Burkina Faso. Discover our integrated programs that help children in Burkina Faso. Donate today.
Help Children in the Democratic Republic of Congo Crisis
Help children in the Democratic Republic of Congo affected by conflict, hunger, and Ebola. Donate now to provide lifesaving support.
Help Children in El Salvador
Save the Children provides health and educational programs to children in El Salvador. Learn how you can make a difference for a child in El Salvador today.
Donate to Children and Refugees in Ethiopia
Due to massive food shortages, children in Ethiopia are suffering from hunger and malnutrition. Donate to help Ethiopian children survive.
Help Children in Guatemala
Save the Children provides literacy programs, health, and child development classes to Guatemalan children. Help us give children in Guatemala a better start.
Help Children in Honduras
Save the Children has been in Honduras for more than 30 years helping keep children learning, healthy and safe. Learn more.
Help Children in Kenya
Save the Children helps girls and boys in poverty in Kenya, providing education, healthcare, and disaster relief. Donate today to help children in need.
Help Children in Mexico
Help Save the Children provide vital nutrition and education to Mexico's children. Sponsor a child in Mexico or donate today to help Mexican children.
Help Children in Nicaragua
Save the Children helps girls and boys living in poverty in Nicaragua. Donate to children in Nicaragua to give them the nutrition and education they need.
Help Children in Guinea
Save the Children’s education, health and aid programs fight hunger and help children in Guinea survive and thrive. Donate to help Guinea’s children now.
Help Children in Liberia
Save the Children helps children living in poverty in Liberia by providing nutrition and healthcare. Join us and donate to children in Liberia today.
Help Dominican Republic Children
Donate to children in Dominican Republic to provide them with the healthcare and nutrition they need. Join Save the Children in Dominican Republic today.
Help Children in Indonesia
Join Save the Children in Indonesia to give children living in poverty the healthcare, education, and nutrition they need. Donate to give them a better start.
Donate to Help Children in Nepal
Save the Children helps Nepalese children living in poverty. Sponsor a child in Nepal to provide them with the healthcare and nutrition they need.
Donate to Help Children and Refugees in Thailand
Save the Children provides healthcare, education, nutrition, and disaster relief to children in Thailand. Donate today to help children in need.
Donate to Help Children in Nepal
Save the Children helps Nepalese children living in poverty. Sponsor a child in Nepal to provide them with the healthcare and nutrition they need.
Help Children in Fiji
Save the Children is proud to be Fiji’s leading child rights organization, working to ensure that vulnerable and marginalized children get what they deserve.
Help Children in Bangladesh
Save the Children helps girls and boys living in poverty in Bangladesh. Donate today to provide healthcare, education and nutrition to a child in need.
Help Children in Bhutan
Since 1982, Save the Children has worked with Bhutan’s government to address education and child-related issues. Sponsor a child in Bhutan today.
Help Children in China
Save the Children provides children in China with nutrition, healthcare, and education. Donate today to give children a strong start to life.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding awareness saves babies lives. Join us in supporting breastfeeding and get the top five facts about how nursing mothers save lives.
How to Donate on Giving Tuesday 2025
There's still time to donate for, Giving Tuesday, the global day of giving. Learn more about how to support Save the Children for Giving Tuesday, December 2, 2025, when your…
International Literacy Day 2025
Join us on International Literacy Day on September 8, 2025, to ensure children around the world receive the education they deserve.
World Malaria Day 2026
Malaria is preventable, yet still kills children worldwide. Learn why progress can be reversed and how you can help protect children from this deadly disease.
United Nations General Assembly
World leaders from 193 countries will come together at the United Nations General Assembly and commit to 17 Global Goals with save the children in mind.
World Food Day 2025
This World Food Day, help Save the Children fight child hunger and malnutrition worldwide. Every child deserves the chance to grow up nourished.
World AIDS Day 2025
2.6 million children are living with AIDS. Save the Children’s prevention programs stop the spread on World AIDS Day and every day.
What is Pneumonia
Pneumonia, an acute respiratory infection that attacks the lungs, is a leading cause of preventable death in young children. Save the Children works to prevent and treat pneumonia…
World Water Day 2025
Access to clean water helps keep children healthy. Children who lack access to clean drinking water and basic sanitation are vulnerable to waterborne illnesses.
International Women's Day 2026
Save the Children advocates for girls and women around the world. Together, we celebrate women’s achievements. Celebrate International Women's Day with Save the Children on Ma…
Valentine's Day
Looking for a meaningful Valentine’s Day gift? Donate to charity in someone’s name and help provide food, education and care for children worldwide.
Effects of Climate Crisis on Future Generations
The effects of extreme weather are expected to severely impact the futures of children around the world. Learn what the effects will be on future generations.
Winter Storm Safety for Kids: 10 Cold Weather Tips Parents Need
How to keep kids safe during winter storms and extreme cold. Practical tips for parents on frostbite, hypothermia and power outages.
10 Expert Tips to Help Children Cope with Disasters
Learn how to help children cope with disasters using expert-backed tips. Support your child’s emotional recovery after emergencies with this practical guide.
Home Fire Tips
Save the Children is dedicated to keeping children safe – in the U.S. and around the world. Fires are a leading cause of child death; prevention is key.
Tsunami Safety Tips
In the U.S., tsunamis threaten the West Coast, Hawaii and Alaska. These tips from Save the Children tell you how to stay safe during a tsunami.
How to Talk to Children About Mass Shootings
Save the Children helps keep children safe in the U.S. and around the world. Tips from our experts can help protect children from shooters and other violence.
How to Prepare for a Wildfire to Keep Children Safe
Prepare for wildfires with these essential tips! Learn how to build a wildfire survival kit, roof-fire protection strategies and wildfire safety tips to keep your family safe.
Ten Kid Friendly Snacks
Save the Children nutrition experts serve up ten kid friendly snack options that your children will love and you can feel good about.
Earthquake Safety Tips
Get expert earthquake safety tips to protect kids and families. Learn how to prepare, what to do during an earthquake and how to recover after one.
Red Nose Day 2025
Save the Children is standing with Comic Relief US & Red Nose Day to help build healthy futures for all children, one nose at a time.
Mother’s Day Charity Gifts & Donation Ideas (2026) | Give in Honor of Mom
Looking for meaningful Mother’s Day gifts? Explore charity donation ideas you can give in honor of mom—supporting children and families in need.