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Meet Nikki – new Head of Fundraising at Kids Matter

Nikki Kerr joined Kids Matter as Head of Fundraising in the first quarter of 2025. With a wealth of experience and a head full of creative ideas, she’s hit the ground running. In the Q&A below, Nikki shares her vision for growing fundraising at Kids Matter – and we also take a moment to get to know the person behind the plans…

In the muddy thick of it

Tough Mudder was… so SO VERY tough! And yet so much fun and empowering! Why? Well Tough Mudder made me realise that we are so much stronger and more capable when we do things together.

Who are your successors?

Aaron, Support Coach at Kids Matter, talks about change through multiplication

Tough Mudder

Sophie, Support Coach Lead at Kids Matter, gets real about training for Tough Mudder – and what makes it all worth the effort!

Why parental mental health matters for children’s wellbeing

Barnardos’ research shows that when a parent struggles with their mental health, every aspect of a child’s development can be affected. But there is hope. Kids Matter offers a supportive, small-group parenting programme that helps parents grow in confidence, build stronger relationships with their children and find community with others.

Reflections on Adolescence: What the show got right – and what it missed

As a parenting charity dedicated to strengthening families, we’ve followed the conversation around the recent Netflix mini-series Adolescence with interest – both for the themes it explores and the public’s reaction to them. While Adolescence captures the intensity and complexity of teenage life, we believe it missed a vital opportunity to examine the deeper roots of these issues…

The power of storytelling

Andrea, Content Manager at Kids Matter, talks about the power of story in shaping identity and connection.

Kids Matter backs call for new approach to mental health

Kids Matter is pleased to have contributed to the CSJ’s “Change the Prescription: A New Approach to Mental Health” report, which advocates for tackling the root causes of distress.

Meet Steve – new National Engagement Lead at Kids Matter

In 2024, we welcomed Steve Bunting as National Engagement Lead. As an ordained church leader, Steve’s experience and insight makes him a perfect fit for the role, and he is driven to grow partnerships across the UK. Get to know Steve in a quick Q&A – as he shares his vision for seeing every child in need raised in a strong family…

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