Our history

Our story

The Fashion & Textile Children’s Trust is a small charity with a long history of providing financial support to families in the UK fashion and textile industry.Read more

Our Patron

We are honoured to have received Royal patronage throughout the charity's 165 year history.Read more

Charles Dickens

We are very proud to say that Charles Dickens was our Chairman of Appeal between 1856-1857.Read more

Celebrating 160 years of supporting families

In June 2016, Lord Stone of Blackheath hosted an evening reception at The House of Lords celebrating over 160 years of FTCT's work.Read more

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Ain't No Mountain High Enough: Why I'm Climbing Kilimanjaro

FTCT Director Anna Pangbourne talks about her upcoming trip to Kilimanjaro!

Other Items We Are Unable To Fund

Other examples of what we can't fund

The Fashion & Textile Children's Trust big review of the year!

Before we start, just a quick note to say we know we’ve been a bit quiet on this front recently. We’ve had a few comings and goings over the last few months, so things have been a bit up in the air! But things are now falling nicely into place so, after this end-of-the-year round-up, we will be picking up our regular newsletters in 2019. So keep an eye out for all your favourite FTCT news!

The Fashion & Textile Children's Trust big review of the year!

Another year is drawing to a close, and hopefully you’re looking forward to a restorative few days with family and friends. Like many, this time of year finds us in a reflective mood, so we’ve decided to look over the past 12 months, both in the wider world and here at FTCT headquarters!

I have worked for 1 year or more in fashion and textiles

This includes jobs in retail, manufacture, design, distribution and head office for any UK fashion, textile, soft furnishings, interiors or footwear companies.

Grants for children with disability or additional needs

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.

About our grants

An FTCT grant is a financial donation for children whose parent works in the UK fashion and textile industry. It is not a loan and does not have to be repaid.

Apply for a grant

If you're a parent working in the UK fashion and textile industry you might be eligible for a grant for your child.

Enquiry Form Submitted

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Essential clothing

Clothing for the year ahead

Children’s bedroom furniture

Essential furniture for your child’s bedroom

Application process

Don’t worry if you are feeling nervous or apprehensive about applying. We’re a small and friendly team, so you won’t need to explain your situation lots of times to different people. Our grants team will work with you on your application and help with queries along the way.

White goods

Essential appliances for your home

Study essentials

Items your child needs for school or college

Anna is climbing Kilimanjaro!

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

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