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What we fund

What we can't fund

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Published: 6th May, 2024

Updated: 27th August, 2025

Author: Jill Haines

Essential Items

Essential Items

Our grants fund a proper bed to sleep in, a working cooker for hot meals, a working washing machine for clean clothes or a school uniform that fits. Read more

Published: 26th June, 2021

Updated: 26th June, 2024

Author: Jill Haines

Grants for families being rehoused after domestic abuse

Grants for families being rehoused after domestic abuse

Grants for families who have recently been rehoused and need help with set up costs for items including white goods and children's bedroom furniture. Read more

Published: 21st June, 2017

Updated: 17th February, 2026

Author: Jill Haines

Grants for when a parent is ill

Grants for when a parent is ill

Grants for families when a parent or carer is suffering from a long term physical or mental health condition. Read more

Published: 20th June, 2017

Updated: 19th June, 2025

Author: Jill Haines

Kinship Care Grants For Families in Need

Kinship Care Grants For Families in Need

Helping families who are raising children of relatives or friends, by funding essential children's clothing and bedroom furniture as well as supporting with ongoing health and wellbeing needs. Read more

Published: 19th June, 2017

Updated: 14th April, 2026

Author: Jill Haines

Mobility Equipment Grants For Children

Mobility Equipment Grants For Children

Grants to provide mobility equipment for for children with complex health needs and conditions. Read more

Published: 19th September, 2016

Updated: 9th February, 2026

Author: Jill Haines

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  • What's it like to run a Marathon for FTCT? Q&A with Will

    What's it like to run a Marathon for FTCT? Q&A with Will

    Running the London Marathon is a once in a lifetime experience. Find out how our 2022 runner Will got on in this special Q&A.

  • Making School Uniform Costs More Manageable

    Making School Uniform Costs More Manageable

    A practical guide to managing school uniform costs, including summer sales, loyalty schemes, second-hand options, and ways families can plan ahead before the new school year.

  • Making the Summer Holidays More Manageable on a Budget

    Making the Summer Holidays More Manageable on a Budget

    A practical guide to managing the summer holidays on a budget, with simple tips, local support ideas, and low-cost ways to help ease pressure for families.

  • How FTCT Grants Can Help Ease Pressure for Families

    How FTCT Grants Can Help Ease Pressure for Families

    Practical support can make a meaningful difference to family wellbeing. This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re sharing how FTCT grants have helped ease pressure for parents by providing essential items, reassurance, and support during difficult times.

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  • Getting your employment history from HMRC

    Getting your employment history from HMRC

    If you no longer have payslips from your old employer, you can get proof directly from HMRC. Here's tips for getting that information.

  • Could I apply?

    Could I apply?

    We give grants to help the children of UK fashion and textile employees who are struggling financially. Find out more about our criteria and application process.

  • Make an application enquiry

    Make an application enquiry

    Apply for a grant by completing our online enquiry form.

  • Back-to-School Grants

    Back-to-School Grants

    Our back-to-school grants fund study essentials, such as school uniform, PE kit and more for children aged 0-18 years.

  • Grants for disabled children

    Grants for disabled children

    If you're raising a disabled child, an FTCT grant could help with specialist equipment, therapies and more.

  • Grants for essential appliances

    Grants for essential appliances

    Our grants can provide funding for white goods and other essential household items.

  • Enquiry Form Submitted

    Thank you for your enquiry - here is what to expect next.

  • Qualifying Employers

    Qualifying Employers

    A full list of the fashion and textile employers which meet our trade criteria.

  • Useful links

    Useful links

    If you can't apply to our charity or want extra support, here's a list of charities to try.

  • Supporting Documents Explained

    Supporting Documents Explained

    Find out more about the documents you need to provide when applying for a grant.

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