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We are over the moon to announce that Murtek has come onboard as out official charity sponsor for the 2026 Newcastle 10k. The Children’s Foundation was chosen as the charity partner of the 2025 Newcastle 10k which saw over 2,000 runners take on the scenic quayside route. Planning is already underway for the 2026 race and Murtek’s £5000 donation to sponsor the event will ensure we are able to fundraise more on the day and ultimately make ‘serious stuff fun’ for even more children, young people and families across the North East. Our chief exec Sean Soulsby said, "We’re thrilled...

For over 30 years we've been working with the people of the North East to achieve great things and support young people to be happy and healthy so this event aligns perfectly with our mission. We can’t wait to welcome runners and their families into the marquee to celebrate their amazing achievements and share some well-deserved snacks and refreshments after the race. All runners who commit to raising £100 for the charity will receive a limited-edition t-shirt, a goodie bag, and support from our fundraising team to reach their target. Whether you are an elite athlete looking to crack your...

Remember that while bringing a new baby home can be overwhelming, you're not alone and it is important to look after your mental health and wellbeing so you can be there for your little one during those early critical days. Here are some tips on how you can do that: Create a routine  Bringing a new baby home changes every aspect of your life, but by creating a new, flexible, routine you can offer structure and reassurance when you need it most. Why not try creating a daily schedule and include things like reading together, taking a walk, enjoying a song together over meal time, seeing friends and family, or attending a class? Try to include a...

We are in the midst of an education attendance crisis, with thousands of pupils, often referred to as ‘Ghost Children’, suffering from anxiety and other mental health issues which negatively affect their school attendance. These children are falling through the cracks, and at The Children’s Foundation, we knew that we needed to do something to address the issue. Our region has the highest rate of absence for state-funded schools in England overall, the highest for both primary and secondary schools and the second highest after the East Midlands for special schools, according to figures from the Department for Education (DfE). Children are...