About us

We are PACT

PACT – Parents And Children Together – changes lives by building and nurturing adoptive families and empowering women, children and parents to rebuild after trauma and embrace a positive future.

Established in 1911, PACT is now one of the UK’s leading charities in its field and is dedicated to finding secure and loving families for children waiting to be adopted, continued support through therapeutic services, supporting and empowering women facing multiple disadvantages and the recovery of children affected by domestic abuse.

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Our Values

Our shared values drive everything that we do.

  • We are PROFESSIONAL in our service delivery.
  • We are committed to maintaining a POSITIVE ATTITUDE.
  • We are INNOVATIVE in the way we approach our work.
  • We genuinely DESIRE TO HELP OTHERS.
Our Values

Last year at PACT…

84

children were placed in loving, permanent families

242

women were supported  through Alana House

158

number of children directly supported by Bounce Back 4 Kids

children were placed in loving, permanent families

women were supported  through Alana House

number of children directly supported by Bounce Back 4 Kids

Check out PACT’s latest news

News: PACT’s plans for Big Adoption Day

PACT is joining voluntary adoption agencies across the UK taking part in Big Adoption Day 2026.
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Blog: One in five – Helping children heal from the trauma of domestic abuse

At PACT, we believe no child should live in fear. Through our Bounce Back 4 Kids programme, we’re breaking the cycle of abuse and helping children heal.
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News: Christmas enquiries hours!

If you’re thinking about becoming a parent though adoption, our friendly enquiries team will be on hand to answer your questions over the Christmas and new year break.
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