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Run at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2025

Changing Children's Lives Exclusive Fundraising Dinner
Join Judy Murray and Michel Roux Jr to raise funds for Children First at the prestigious Crossbasket Castle.

TCS London Marathon 2026
We are considering applications for TCS London Marathon 2027!
How do you fancy setting yourself the challenge of a lifetime, running in the World's most iconic marathon? Join our team, and regardless of how long it takes you to cover the iconic 26.2 miles, you’ll be transforming the lives of hundreds of children across Scotland

News
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Oor Lives, Oor Ane
Voices of parents whose children are care experienced.

140th Anniversary
Get involved with our 140th anniversary celebrations.

Give the gift of reading
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Scotland's first Bairns Hoose opens
Scotland’s first Bairns Hoose opens to offer children who experience abuse and violence all the support they need under one roof – thanks to players of People’s Postcode Lottery

Kitbag at Children 1st
Kitbag helps children and families to build and strengthen their relationships.

Bairns Hoose
Transforming care, justice and recovery for children