If you're a parent working in the UK fashion and textile industry you might be eligible for a grant for your child. Read more
FTCT have two places left for the Virgin Money London Marathon on 29 April 2019. Go on, sign up today! All the contact details here. Read more
Martha (11) has Williams Syndrome. An FTCT grant helped to fund reading lessons for Martha, over four years. Watch Martha and Mum Deborah talk about the difference their FTCT grant has made. Read more
children in the UK were supported by FTCT grants (July 17 - June 18)
was the total amount awarded in FTCT grants (July 17 - June 18) to help UK children
is our average small grant total for essential household items & children's clothing
To apply, your child must be no older than 18 years old and you must have worked in UK fashion and textiles for 1 year or more, within the last 9 years. Read this section to see if you could apply.
A grant is a financial donation that you don’t have to repay. It must be used to buy essential items for your children such as clothing or school uniform. Read this section to see what we fund.
If you are a parent raising a child with a disability or additional needs, an FTCT grant could help with specialist equipment, therapies and more.
Families across the UK are facing increasing financial strain and we have seen a significant rise in demand for our grants recently.
Love fashion and textiles? Want to make a difference to the lives of young people? Then FTCT needs you.
Our services are a vital support for children of UK fashion and textile families. With your support we can help many more children.
Has your child received an FTCT grant? Why not share your experience and encourage another family to apply. Read more
The Fashion & Textile Children’s Trust (FTCT) is delighted to announce a brand new charity partnership with the Commercial laundry business Linen Connect, part of the Swiscot Group – run by renowned entrepreneur Vikas Shah MBE. Read more