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

Latest

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.

Angela, Ellie & Catherine

Angela, an M&S employee for 7 years, applied for an FTCT grant when she faced house repossession.

Quieter Hour at Morrisons

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.

What a scorcher!

Some top tips for keeping cool in this heatwave.

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.

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.

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.

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

Thank you for your enquiry - here is what to expect next.

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!

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