KidsAid

03/06/2026

💙 We are incredibly grateful for the continued support of Zapato Lounge, who have been fantastic partners of KidsAid. From creative Christmas events and Sip & Paint evenings to our upcoming Quiz Night, the team consistently go above and beyond to support our work and raise awareness of children's mental health across Northamptonshire.

✨ This June, Zapato Lounge will once again be championing their annual LoungeAid campaign, aiming to raise as much as possible throughout the month for their chosen charity. We are delighted to be benefiting from their support and are excited to be part of this fantastic community fundraising initiative.

💙 Every pound raised helps KidsAid continue providing specialist therapeutic support to children and young people who need it most. Thank you to everyone at Zapato Lounge for your generosity, enthusiasm, and commitment to making a difference in our community.

👇 Please check out what we have lined up for you below. We'd love to see you there.

🎗️LOUNGEAID 2026🎗️

LoungeAid has began and we have an exciting month for you!

Throughout the whole month of June we will be raising money for with some amazing events coming up.

Have a read through and be sure to message us to book your tickets!!

This Saturday we will have an all-day bakesale for you to enjoy🧁

03/06/2026

🎨 Join us for a morning of fun, crafts, and community at the Zapato Lounge Playdate!

KidsAid is hosting a special playdate designed to bring families together. While the kids get hands-on with vibrant crafts and creative activities, parents and carers can chat with our experienced team to learn more about the therapeutic support we provide for children and young people navigating trauma.

Come along, build connections, and support a great cause! We kindly ask for a minimum £5 donation to KidsAid to help us continue delivering vital support that builds confidence and helps children and young people move forward in a healthy way. 💙

Full details here: https://kidsaid.org.uk/news/zapato-lounge-playdate/

We'd love to see you there! 😊

02/06/2026

Congratulations to Nadeline on winning the Outstanding Impact Award at the University of Northampton Faculty of Business & Law Undergraduate Student Placement Awards! 🎉

Nadeline was nominated by our CEO, Becca, in recognition of the exceptional impact she has made during her placement year at KidsAid.

Starting as a volunteer and progressing into a work-based placement at KidsAid, Nadeline has made a remarkable contribution to the charity.

We’re incredibly proud of everything she has achieved and delighted that her impact has been recognised with this well-deserved award. 🌟

02/06/2026

We are so happy to be chosen as Vulcan Works Creative Hub’ June charity!

Want a change of scenery? Come support KidsAid by hot-desking at Vulcan Works. Every Tuesday throughout June, you can use their amazing workspace for FREE in exchange for a donation.

Proceeds go directly toward helping children and young people recover from trauma.

Huge thanks to the Vulcan team for supporting us! 💙

📅 Every Tuesday in June
📍 Vulcan Works, Northampton

01/06/2026

✨ We are incredibly grateful to be named Zapato Lounge’s chosen charity for LoungeAid!

Drop by to try their new Golden Hour cocktail 🍹 - with £1 from every drink being donated directly to KidsAid, you can enjoy a perfect summer treat while supporting children and young people 's mental health across the region. 💙

June is around the corner which means LoungeAid is so close!

Keep your eyes peeled for all the fun activities and events we will have throughout June🥳

With a brand new limited edition cocktail 🍹 £1 from every cocktail purchased will be donated to 🥰

We can’t wait to show you what we have lined up this LoungeAid☀️

01/06/2026

Join our Board of Trustees!

We’re looking for three trustees to join our Board and help guide our vital work in the East Midlands. If you want to use your professional expertise or lived experience to help build a safer, brighter future for children and young people overcoming early life trauma, we’d love to hear from you.

Swipe to see where your unique skills fit best:
🎓 Education Partnerships Trustee
🔒 Data Protection Trustee
🌱 People, Culture & Inclusion Trustee

For more information and details to apply, please visit our website: https://kidsaid.org.uk/work-with-us/trustees/

28/05/2026

Looking for a way to brighten up your Monday and support a great cause? We’ve got you covered! 🧠✨

Gather your ultimate squad, brush up on your trivia, and join us for a relaxed Quiz Night at Zapato Lounge!

The details 👇:
📅 Monday 22 June
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Zapato Lounge (Welsh House, 2 Newland Walk, Northampton)
👥 Teams of up to 6
🎟️ £7 pp in advance / £10 pp on the door

How to join us: Scan the QR code on the poster to sign up now.

All proceeds will help us continue our vital work of empowering children and young people to overcome early life trauma and build brighter futures! 🌈

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Charlotte at [email protected].
We can’t wait to see you there! 👋

19/05/2026

We are incredibly proud to be spotlighted by Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB) for our upcoming Level 5 Diploma in Trauma-Informed Counselling!

Our blended-learning course is the only programme in the UK specifically designed for therapists wishing to specialise in trauma-informed counselling for children and young people aged 3–18.

👉 Find out more about this course, please visit: https://kidsaid.org.uk/training-academy/

⭐️ New Centre ⭐️ We're very pleased to announce that KidsAid Training Academy will be offering a CPCAB-accredited, tailor-made, Level 5 Diploma in Trauma-Informed Counselling for Early Years, Children and Young People (3-18). We look forward to working with you 🎉

Find out more here: https://kidsaid.org.uk/training-academy/

What is a tailor-made qualification, or TMQ?

🧠 Alongside the CPCAB Ofqual regulated qualifications, we also accredit qualifications for centres that develop and deliver their own courses. This is often an opportunity to provide specialist training with an assurance of quality and fitness for purpose when you partner with CPCAB.

Find out more about our tailor-made qualifications here: https://www.cpcab.co.uk/qualifications/tailor-made-qualifications

14/05/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we are focusing on one thing: Taking action.

Building a child's mental wellbeing doesn't have to be complicated - it starts with the small, everyday tools we use to understand our emotions. We’ve put together some summer home activities to empower parents and young people to build their own emotional toolbox, fostering resilience and empathy one step at a time.

By equipping our children with these lifelong skills, we ensure they never have to face their challenges alone. Because when we act together, we are .

Swipe through to explore our guide. Which activity will you try first? 👇

11/05/2026

We are recruiting Trustees!

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference? KidsAid is looking for dedicated individuals to join our collaborative and forward-thinking Board of Trustees.

Our Board plays a pivotal role in shaping our direction and ensuring we remain true to our purpose. We are now seeking to appoint new Trustees with specific expertise in:

🎓 Education Partnerships
🔒 Data Protection
🤝 People, Culture, and Inclusion

We value a strong, collaborative working relationship founded on trust and shared values. We believe in the strength of diversity and welcome a broad range of perspectives and lived experiences to our Board.

Visit our website to find out more: https://kidsaid.org.uk/work-with-us/trustees/