Our Mission & Values

As the UK’s largest dedicated fostering charity, our mission and values are the bedrock of why we exist.

They provide a sense of commitment for our teams of foster carers and staff, helping us make the right decisions to achieve great outcomes for children and young people.

This is why our mission and values are not simply words. They are practical, relevant to our cause and goals and inspire us every day to make a difference.

Our Mission

Creating better lives for our children, young people and care experienced adults

 

Our Values

Child & People Centred
We will ensure our decision making is in the best interests of children who are in our care and care experienced people we remain connected to. We will look after our carers’ and colleagues’ wellbeing and development to ensure they are able to provide the best possible care to our children, young people, and adults.

Connected & Inclusive
We will provide a safe and trusting environment, where people can connect and support one another by building meaningful long-term relationships that can flourish. We will work to include the views, feelings, and thoughts of all those that work with us, particularly those who may be marginalised.

Caring & Compassionate
We will provide the best care for our children, young people, care experienced adults, foster carers and staff. We will show compassion and empathy in our approach and our behaviours.

Charitable & Fair
We will reinvest our funds into support and services that directly and positively impact the outcomes for children and young people to achieve better lives. We will be an organisation that is fair, courageous and transparent to all.