Apply for a grant Could I apply? We offer grant support for parents working in the UK fashion and textiles industry. FTCT provides grants to support children in families connected to the UK fashion and textile industry. More jobs and employers qualify than you might think, so it's always worth checking. Who we help We support parents and carers who are facing financial pressure. Whether things have changed recently or have been difficult for a while, we're here to help when it's needed most. More about this criteria. Grants can help with everyday essentials like clothing, beds, and appliances — as well as specialist equipment, mobility aids, and therapy for children with additional needs. Find out more about what we fund. You may be eligible if: ✓ You are the parent or carer of a child aged 0–18 ✓ You work, or have worked, in the UK fashion or textile industry for at least 6months in the past 9 years. Check you employment qualifies. ✓ Your family is currently facing financial pressure Not sure if your family qualifies? It's always worth checking. Email our grants team for advice and guidance. Watch this short video to find out more about our criteria. Need this in another language? We offer translated information guides and interpreting services to help with the application process. If you would like to use either of these services, please email the grants team. Your industry connection The fashion and textile industry includes high-street clothing shops, textile companies and manufacturers, laundries and laundrettes, logistics for clothing companies and more. Examples of eligible employers: High street clothes shops Textile companies and manufacturers Laundries and laundrettes Logistic companies for clothing brands Soft furnishing companies Self employed people can also applyCheck if your employer is eligible Please note: we no longer accept applications from grocery employees. Please use this page for further guidance. If you work or used to work for an eligible fashion or textile employer, here's what you'll need to apply: If you are unsure please check with our Grants Team before completing our enquiry form at [email protected] Your financial situation Our grants support families who are struggling financially. This might be due to a sudden loss of income or change in family circumstances. Parents usually apply if they are facing one of the following situations: You are in arrears with your household bills, have debt issues You are caring for a child or family member with ill health or additional needs You have been made redundant Your employer has reduced your contracted hours of work You have recently suffered a relationship breakdown, separation or divorce You are signed off work sick or have a long term illness You are facing homelessness or have recently had to move home You are a kinship carer You have suffered the bereavement of a close family member What we fund Our grants fund children's essential items including: Children's clothing Children's bedroom furniture Essential appliances, washing machine, fridge, oven Mobility equipment Sensory Toys Therapies See a full list of What We Fund and What We Can't Fund Ready to apply? If you think you meet our criteria, please continue your application journey using the button below. Apply Here Manage Cookie Preferences