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

Charles Dickens

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

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Join the UKFT x FTCT Winter Prize Draw to Support Families in Need

The Fashion & Textile Children’s Trust (FTCT), in collaboration with UKFT have launched a Winter Prize Draw to support vulnerable families within our industry.
A cosy cot bed and car seat for Olivia

Ula works for The Dune Group and was struggling as a single mum with no family support. After hearing about FTCT from a friend, she decided to apply for help with a car seat and cot bed for her daughter Oliva (1).
Boden Christmas Fayre
ACS Countdown to Christmas 🎄

ACS are delighted to be supporting the FTCT Winter Fundraising appeal after we were able to raise money for their School Uniform Campaign earlier this year. We are excited to be able to have the opportunity to do so again, so that every child has the opportunity to have the festive season they deserve.

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About our grants

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.
Funding for school uniform

A school uniform grant can fund study essentials, such as school uniform, PE kit and more for children aged 0-18 years.
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.
Make an enquiry

Apply for a grant by completing our online enquiry form.
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.
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.
Useful links

If you haven't worked in the UK fashion and textile industry in the last 9 years, we unfortunately won't be the right charity for your family. But there are some others you could try.
What we fund

Find out what we fund and also what we can't fund.
When we help

Our grants are here to support families who are struggling financially and can't afford to buy essential items for their children.