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Save the Children is an international humanitarian organization that has been protecting children around the world for more than 100 years. ❤️

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Children’s well-being is at the heart of everything we do.

This #WorldMentalHealthDay, we’re reminded that supporting children means caring for their mental health, too.

Together, we can help create safe, supportive spaces where every child can grow, learn and thrive! ❤️

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Hurricane preparedness starts with protecting kids.

From packing an emergency bag to helping children cope with storm-related fears, there are steps families can take to stay safer before, during and after a hurricane.

Explore 10 hurricane safety tips for families: https://bit.ly/4yFgguj

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It's #DAFDay. If you have a Donor-Advised Fund, now is a great time to turn your charitable intentions into impact.

A grant to Save the Children helps reach children in the toughest places with emergency relief, education, healthcare, nutrition and protection.

A child wearing an orange headscarf looks towards the camera. The text reads: "Your donor-advised fund can change a child's future. A simple, strategic way to support children where the need is greatest." The Save the Children logo is in the bottom right corner.A person in a Save the Children shirt holds a child's hands. Orange text reads: "In a world facing growing crises and uncertainty, children need support more than ever. When you give through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF), you're helping Save the Children deliver lifesaving programs and respond quickly when emergencies strike."Diagram explaining "How Do Donor Advised-Funds Work?" featuring three steps: 1. "Now": Icon of a cash stack with text - "Donor contributes cash, non-cash assets, or property to a sponsoring organization." 2. Middle: Pie chart icon with text - "Contributions are invested by the sponsoring organization and grow tax-free." 3. "Later": Checklist icon with text - "Donor gets tax deduction after contribution to DAF account." Beneath, a handshake icon with text - "Donor grants money to charity."A child wearing a blue cap stands outdoors surrounded by bubbles. An overlay below has text that reads: "When you recommend a grant to Save the Children through your DAF, you're supporting: -Emergency response -Education programs -Nutrition and health services -Child protection initiatives."
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Hunger affects far more than a child’s next meal. It can mean malnutrition, missed school, illness, and increased risks of exploitation. With 8 million children at risk of acute hunger across East and Southern Africa, urgent action is needed before this crisis escalates.

A person carries a child in a patterned wrap in a grassy outdoor area.. Text on the image reads: "Super El Niño threatens to push 8 million children into hunger across East and Southern Africa by early 2027." The Save the Children logo is visible.White text on a black background. The text reads: "The worsening food crisis across much of the region comes as a result of one of the strongest El Niño weather events in recent years. El Niño is unfolding against a backdrop of: - Conflict - Hunger - Displacement - Economic instability - Humanitarian funding cuts"White text on a black background. The text reads: "Without early action, climate shocks are likely to compound existing vulnerabilities and deepen humanitarian needs, particularly for children and their families. That's why we're helping families prepare through: - Early warning information targeted at children - Evacuation planning - Strengthening of community preparedness - Anticipatory cash assistance to allow families to prepare for disasters"White text on a black background. The text reads: "We know El Niño is coming. But we can only act before disaster strikes if enough funding is available now. You can help by:" Text highlighted in red reads: " -Sharing this post -Donating to our Children's Emergency Fund" The Save the Children logo is at the bottom.
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Every child deserves a safe place to call home. Since the severe flash flooding in Nepal, Save the Children has been helping affected families access emergency shelter and other critical support. One month later, the need remains urgent as communities continue to seek stability.

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✨ When children read, anything is possible!✨ With help from Mattel, our Learn Without Limits book vending machines are filled with stories that inspire children to dream big. Which book are you picking first?

The image shows a display of four children's books in front of a Save the Children book vending machine. The books are "Thomas and Friends," "Polly Pocket: Animal Adopt-A-Thon," "Barbie & Teresa: Recipe For Friendship," and "Hot Wheels Let's Race: Cleanup Challenge." The background features a repeated hashtag "#TBR" on a red banner.
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Three months after the earthquakes in Venezuela, children in Venezuela still need our support. We're providing healthcare, emergency supplies, education, and safe spaces to help children recover and thrive. Join us in ensuring this lifesaving work continues. ❤️

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In Mississippi, Ms. Ellis helps young readers build literacy skills and confidence through hands-on learning.

Together, we’re helping children learn to read by Grade 3 and build a foundation for lifelong learning.

Every child deserves to learn without limits: https://bit.ly/4gzEn7m 📚 ✨

A group of young students and Ms. Ellis are standing in a classroom. The adult is holding a pointer while the students look towards a board with writing on it. The room is decorated with educational materials and a U.S. flag. The Save the Children logo is visible in the top corner.A child is sitting on a blue bean bag chair, reading a book in a library. Bookshelves filled with colorful books are in the background. The "Save the Children" logo is visible in the bottom left corner.Ms. Ellis stands beside a child near a classroom door, with a "Save the Children" logo in the corner. The person holds the door, and various classroom posters are visible, including one titled "Core Values.Ms. Ellis (Program Coordinator) led students in a literacy activity where students given a word and sound. Students had to determine which part of the word that the sound appeared in - Beginning, Middle or End. Students threw or placed ball into corresponding bin.
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2.6 million children are living in poverty, but together we can help change that. Every child deserves the opportunity to Learn Without Limits and reach their full potential. ❤️

Text on a crumpled paper background reads: "Nearly 2.6 million children live in poverty." The Save the Children Learn Without Limits logo are at the bottom right.
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