You’ll never forget that moment… The diagnosis. Everything stops.

A parent never imagines their child will be diagnosed with a life limiting or life threatening condition. But when the unimaginable happens Acorns steps in. We are here to help families cope at every stage of their child’s life, and beyond.

Stronger Together, an Acorns film

Our new film ‘Stronger Together’ takes you on the moving journey of the children and families who inspire everything we do here at Acorns.

With your help, we can make sure these remarkable families never face this journey alone.

Together, we are stronger.

Support local families

Mother and child playing together.

Donate for Alex

It costs £45 to provide one hour of nursing care for a child like Alex. Donate today to ensure that Acorns nurses can help families like Alex’s make the most of ever moment they have together.
Boy holding a rugby ball in a wheelchair.

Volunteer for Sam

Join our team of volunteers and give invaluable support to children like Sam. You can volunteer at our hospices, work at one of our shops, or fundraise at an event.
Tom swimming.

Join for Tom

By joining #teamacorns you can help us to provde specialist care for young people like Tom. There are loads of exciting events to sign up to – and you can have some fun whilst raising money for a brilliant cause

Shop for Zara

One of the easiest ways to support a child like Zara, is to shop at an Acorns charity shop or donate your pre-loved items to us. With over 40 shops across the region, you won’t have to travel far to find us.

Meet our stars

Bluebell’s story

Cara’s story

Harry and George’s story
Karvali and an Acorns worker looking at a phone.

Kavarli’s story
Marwah lying down with an Acorns carer.

Marwah’s story

Oliver’s story

Behind the scenes

Take a look behind the scenes at the making of our new charity film.

Explore backstage