Small change. Big difference for Scotland's children.
A Children First Home Money Box is a simple way to turn everyday spare change into life changing support for children and families across Scotland. By popping a few coins into your box at home you can help children feel safe, supported and hopeful for the future.
Why get a Home Money Box?
Every year, thousands of children and families face family breakdown, poverty, abuse, neglect and trauma. Children First is there when it matters most, providing practical help, emotional support and trusted relationships that change lives.
Your Home Money Box helps us to:
• Support children and families at times of crisis.
• Provide early help to prevent problems escalating.
• Offer emotional and practical support that builds resilience.
• Be there for children who need someone they can trust.
Even the smallest donations added up over time make a real and lasting impact.
How does it work?
- Sign up using the form below to request your free Home Money Box.
- We’ll post it straight to your door.
- Fill it with your spare change at your own pace.
- We will contact you through the year with instructions on how you can return your donation to us.
There’s no pressure, no minimum amount and no deadline. Just give what you can when you can.
Together, these small acts of kindness help children feel listened to, protected and supported.
A listening ear when it matters most
£10 could help fund our support line, so a worried parent or young person hears a kind, understanding voice when they may feel lost and alone. For many families, this first conversation is the moment they realise they’re not alone.
Practical support for a family in crisis
£15 could help give a family the reassurance and guidance they need when everything feels overwhelming, helping them find a way forward at a time of real worry. Early support can ease the pressure, prevent a crisis and help keep children safe.
Ongoing support for a child to feel safe and heard
£20 could help fund ongoing support from a Children First support worker, giving a child or family time, trust and understanding they need to begin to heal. With steady, caring support, children can feel safe again and start to believe in a brighter future.