My name's Anna and I'm the Director of the Fashion & Textile Children's Trust. I'm climbing Africa's highest mountain, Kilimanjaro, in February to raise money for the hundreds of families who turn to use for help every year. Read more
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
In the hottest London Marathon on record, we congratulate our two fantastic runners for the day - Heidi & Chris - for completing and doing the charity proud. 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
Morrisons' Quieter Hour is a step in the right direction for autistic children and their families. Now you can sign up to take part in October 2018. Read more