Supporting Children, Young People, and Families
We had a fantastic time at the Sporting Communities Derby Youth Awards, celebrating the incredible achievements of the city’s inspirational young people. And we were absolutely delighted that one of our supported young people, Joshua Ryan, received a Special Commendation Award, in recognition of his inspirational attitude, progress and achievements. Read more
Some of our Children First Derby team visited the University of Derby recently, talking to the Sport Management students about their upcoming fundraising initiatives to support the charity. Read more
Another successful collaboration between Children First Derby and QUAD has resulted in the filming of the charity's Youth Forum screenplay - which will be shown in a special screening at QUAD later this month. Read more
Our supported children and young people recently enjoyed an action-packed activity day at Alter Rock Indoor Climbing Centre, as part of the charity's Summer Activity Scheme Read more
Miller Homes Regional Safety, Health, and Environmental Advisor, Alan Alsop has raised an incredible £1,500 for Children First Derby having successfully completed one of the UK's toughest Triathlon events. Read more
Our Children First Derby Youth Forum organised a fantastic Family Fun Day for our supported children, young people and families, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Read more
Children First Derby celebrated the hugely successful return of its popular Annual Fundraising Ladies Lunch Event Read more
We recently enjoyed a Ram-packed activity day, as part of the Family Support and Mentoring Services Summer Activity Scheme Read more
We are thrilled to partner with local catering business, Mary Janes Catering. The company has recently launched a new breakfast box and will be donating £1 from each box sold to Children First Derby Read more
We’re delighted to welcome Louise Webb to the Children First Derby team, as Fundraising Officer. Read more
Our Children First Derby Drama Group recently enjoyed a special Screening of their play, Behind The Mask, at the Derby Quad, alongside their friends and families Read more
Congratulations to the winner of our Sunflower Growing Competition, Sophie Woolis, whose Sunflower grew to a whopping seven and a half foot tall Read more
We've had a fantastic two days fundraising at the 100 World Legends Charity Golf and Rugby event. Read more
We're delighted to announce that Merchant's Jeweller's Charity Live Raffle has raised an incredible £1,000 for Children First Derby Read more
The Children First Derby Drama Group attended the Derby Quad's Digital Studio recently to film their latest screenplay, Behind the Mask - depicting the effects Covid has had on young people and their families Read more
Children First Derby Chair, Fred Jaques, attended Utilita Energy Hub's recent Birthday celebrations and was delighted to be presented with a cheque for £750 to support the charity's Summer Activity Scheme. Read more
Derby Theatre kindly donates 30 Wind in the Willows tickets, for our supported children. Read more
We're delighted to welcome Mark Davidson to the Children First Derby team, as Assistant Mentoring Service Coordinator Read more
Marketing Derby Bondholders, Smith Partnership and Mercia Image Print joined forces to support fellow Bondholder Children First Derby with a Christmas card fundraising initiative Read more
Derbyshire Freemasons generously donate £750 to support Children First Derby's Supervised Contact Service Read more
Our latest video explains more about the services we provide and how you can get involved and help us support local vulnerable children, young people and families Read more
Experienced CEO, Irshad Baqui, has been appointed as the new Chief Executive at Children First Derby. Read more
New homes builder, Miller Homes East Midlands, has raised £1,676 for its nominated regional charity, Children First Derby Read more
We were honoured to attend the Mayor of Derby's Charity Fund Presentation, receiving a generous donation of £1,250 for Children First Derby Read more