As Christmas approaches, the spirit of giving and sharing becomes more important than ever, especially in the face of ongoing economic challenges being faced by most families. We know that the cost of living has become an increasing pressure and Christmas may be difficult for many families, but for those
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Restoring smiles: Our peer group break for children harmed by crime
In August Embrace took 28 children, and their families, away for a fully funded, fun-packed week at PGL. The week consisted of outdoor activities, a tour of London and a chance to see the amazing Lion King musical in London. This year’s trip brought together children, parents, grandparents, and guardians,
Heartbroken family ‘gear up’ for car rally event following tragic death of three-year-old nephew at the hands of his stepmother
A family from Derbyshire are rallying together to help raise vital funds for children and families harmed by crime after the devastating loss of their 3-year-old nephew Harvey who was killed by his stepmother. Car enthusiasts Duane and Dawn Finch, from Ilkeston, Derbyshire, have entered the Two Ball Rally in
2,199 children and families received Embrace support in run-up to Christmas
According to the latest figures presented to Embrace Child Victims of Crime’s board of trustees, almost 2,500 services were provided to children and families across the UK between September and December including emotional support, counselling, food and clothing vouchers, books, toys, Christmas gifts and theme park days out. A total
Cambridge father-of-two takes on Windermere ultra
Wednesday 11 May 2022 Communications director Chris Shadforth is taking on his first ultra trail-marathon in the Lake District this weekend to raise vital funds to help children harmed by crime. Father-of-two Chris (41), from Cambridge, director of external communications and brand for Cambridge University Press & Assessment, set himself
Charity supports 3,738 young crime victims as popular remote counselling services grow
Thursday 28 April 2022 Embrace Child Victims of Crime has provided more services to more children and families in the past year than in any time in its 30-year history following its expansion of remote counselling services. The children’s charity, which supported 3,738 children and families in the past year
There’s Snow-don better way to raise money for child victims of crime
Monday 28 February 2022 A 45-strong team of Essex police officers, staff and volunteers will be scaling Mount Snowdon in May to raise money for Embrace Child Victims of Crime. The Essex Police fundraising team organised the climb of Wales’ highest mountain to raise £20,000 for Embrace CVoC which supports
Embrace welcomes new chair with a passion for child protection and tackling inequalities
Thursday 10 February 2022 We are delighted to announce that Simon Bailey QPM, DL, former Chief Constable of Norfolk Police, and national police lead for child protection has joined Embrace Child Victims of Crime as our chair of the board of trustees. Simon, a police officer with Norfolk Police for
Amazon in Peterborough donates £10,000 to Dear Santa 2021
The Amazon fulfilment centre in Peterborough is backing our campaign to deliver a magical Christmas for children who have suffered trauma through crime with a £10,000 donation. Every child who is referred to Dear Santa 2021 chooses one gift they’d really like to receive from Santa, up to the value
Barefoot Coaching helps make Christmas wishes come true for 25 children
Barefoot Coaching has purchased 25 gifts for children as part of our Dear Santa 2021 campaign. Every child who is referred to Dear Santa 2021 chooses one gift they’d really like to receive from Santa, up to the value of £35. The gifts are available to buy through our Dear