Philanthropy
The Moira Anderson Foundation works in what is arguably the most difficult area of maltreatment: Childhood Sexual Abuse.
Our vision is to live in a world free from Childhood Sexual Abuse (CSA).
And we can’t do what we do without the generosity of people like you.
This is your chance to do the work, right alongside us.
We offer a number of ways in which you can be more closely involved in the work of the Moira Anderson Foundation.
You can support our programme of offering ambitious support and training by joining our giving network by becoming a Friend of the Moira Anderson Foundation.
In return, we will keep you well-informed about the impact of your financial support. We will also send you our bi-annual newsletter and keep you well informed of any events/activities we are holding.
We will do our utmost to make your contribution convenient and flexible for you. You can choose to go public about your support, or remain anonymous.
You can make a one-off donation or set up monthly or annual giving to support the Moira Anderson Foundation. We can also facilitate donations made through a private fund or charitable trust.
You may wish to leave a fixed amount or a proportion of your estate to leave a legacy in your will to a charity like the Moira Anderson Foundation. This is a great way of helping a cause that’s important to you.
We would love to discuss the ways you’d like to contribute to areas of work that are most important to you; for example, by funding a specific area of work you feel passionate about, contributing towards the expansion of therapies, or supporting our training programmes.
Whatever you choose, we will work together to ensure your gift makes a transformative difference to survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse.
If you are interested in supporting the Moira Anderson Foundation with philanthropy and major giving, please get in touch with our Director, Gillian Urquhart, to set up a discussion.
How your charitable giving helps the Moira Anderson Foundation
The Moira Anderson Foundation’s main centre is in Airdrie, Scotland, we also have a Hub in the Glasgow City Centre. We are one of the very few organisations in Scotland offering dedicated support to people affected by Childhood Sexual Abuse.
The authorities – often Police Scotland, Social Workers, Doctors, and Educational staff – know we are here and why we are here.
They trust us.
And the individuals who come to us for support: they build trust with us, too.
Without the generosity of donors, especially from leaders and philanthropists like you, we cannot continue to fund our invaluable services to children and adults affected by Childhood Sexual Abuse.
A Child’s Story: Lucy (not her real name)
After her parents’ divorce, Lucy and her siblings would spend time at their Dad’s house. She was a caring, sensitive child but started experiencing nightmares, wetting the bed and saying she never wanted to see or be with her Dad, because he scared her. She was just six years old when she eventually told her Mum what her father had been doing to her.
Her Mum alerted the authorities, and Lucy was referred to us at the Moira Anderson Foundation.
When she first came to us, Lucy was hypervigilant and lived in constant fear that her Dad would harm her again. She also slept beside her Mum every night, afraid of the dark and being alone.
Through consistent, fortnightly support at the Moira Anderson Foundation, Lucy would play, draw and act out her thoughts and feelings. She began to process what had happened to her and began to feel safe within herself, at home and in school.
Due to the dedicated support we provided, Lucy felt safe at the Moira Anderson Foundation. She was very aware why she was attending and yet, found it a space where she could fully engage with her Client Support Officer, utilising the playroom resources and allowing herself the space and time to express how her young life was at home, within school and in her play with her friends.
Your financial gifts build a foundation of trust, compassion and safety at the Moira Anderson Foundation, allowing children like Lucy to be happy, safe and so importantly, allowing victims to bring fun and laughter back into their young lives with hope and positivity for the future.
A Teenager’s Story: Billie (not their real name)
At 14 years old, Billie was sexually assaulted by a peer.
Billie felt unmotivated and spent most of their time in their room. They also struggled with sleep difficulties and recurring nightmares. Their attendance at school suffered and they knew something had to change.
Billy did some research online and sought help from the Moira Anderson Foundation.
Through emotional support at the Moira Anderson Foundation, Billie began to explore their feelings and make connections about what they were experiencing. They set goals, with their initial goal being able to leave the house alone. After some initial support sessions, Billie then began working with a therapist at the Moira Anderson Foundation, which positively impacted upon their well-being.
Your generous giving allows teenagers like Billie to access support at their own pace, and make choices to potentially opt for additional support sessions. Your donations provide a safe space at the Moira Anderson Foundation for teenagers to explore their feelings about their trauma and put them on a path toward healing, one step at a time.
An Adult’s Story: Julie (not her real name)
Referred to the Moira Anderson Foundation by her GP, Julie was sexually abused as a child by a close family member.
Julie struggled with boundaries, neglected her own needs, and constantly aimed to please others. She faced panic attacks, anxiety, and flashbacks. She received initial support from a Client Support Officer at the Moira Anderson Foundation who built up trust and actively listened to her. Together, they explored her life experiences and their impact on her sense of self.
Julie was supported to discuss her stress responses, and her Client Support Officer helped her uncover and see the destructive patterns for the first time while challenging Julie’s long-held negative beliefs.
Through support from the Moira Anderson Foundation, Julie learned that her needs and feelings matter.
She established boundaries, spoke her truth, and advocated for herself and her family. Manipulation no longer affected her; she saw things clearly and acted confidently.
Julie then received therapy sessions from the Moira Anderson Foundation where, despite external challenges, she proved her strength and resilience again and again.
Your annual giving directly contributes to helping adults like Julie meet their personal needs, maintain boundaries, and use the strategies they learn from the Moira Anderson Foundation to cope with on-going anxiety and flashbacks for the rest of their lives. Your donations help adults reclaim their wellbeing.
There Are Many Ways You Can Help The Moira Anderson Foundation.
Please support the trust that victims and authorities have in the Moira Anderson Foundation. Get in touch with our Director, Gillian Urquhart, to set up a discussion about how you can help.