News and stories

Read the latest news from War Child and the stories of the children and families we support around the world.

Girl from Gaza

USAID Cuts Are Putting Millions of Lives at Risk 

On 20 January 2025, the U.S. government announced a 90-day suspension of foreign aid, disrupting humanitarian programs that provide education, protection and mental health support for millions of children in conflict zones.

Secret 7 logo and branding for 2025.

Secret 7" Returns for 2025

The much-loved charity initiative combining music and art, is making a highly anticipated return in 2025, presented by War Child for the second consecutive year.

Saltburn t-shirt.

'Saltburn Insult' t-shirts for War Child

Carey Mulligan and Emerald Fennell have partnered with War Child to design 8 limited edition “Saltburn Insults” t-shirts for their Emergency Winter Appeal.

Children playing with a parachute.

The Guardian Winter Appeal

We are proud to have been chosen as a charity partner for the Guardian and Observer's winter appeal, which will help us to bring our life-changing work to more children caught up in conflict.

Armistice branding.

War Child's Armistice 2024 sale is now live

War Child is promoting peaceful game play this Armistice weekend, highlighting the devastation caused by conflict around the world by raising vital funds for our work with children affected by war.