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Fundraise for us

Passionate about fashion and textiles? Want to make a positive difference to young people's lives? Then look no further than this page.
We’re a small charity with a long history of supporting families in the British fashion and textile industry. We need fundraisers like you, to get involved and raise money and change the lives of children and young people across the UK. 
From challenge events, to hosting your won, use these pages to get inspired and get involved. 
Challenge Events

Challenge Events

Whatever your motivation, whichever your challenge of choice, join our team and together we can make a huge difference to vulnerable children's lives. Read more

Published: 25th April, 2024

Updated: 3rd May, 2024

Author: Jill Haines

Fundraising ideas

Fundraising ideas

When you fundraise for FTCT, you also have the extra bonus of knowing the money goes directly towards improving the lives of the children in the fashion and textile industry. Read more

Published: 16th June, 2017

Updated: 20th November, 2024

Author:

Create your own fundraising page

Create your own fundraising page

Read more

Published: 10th June, 2014

Updated: 25th September, 2024

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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

    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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