Grants available: What can we fund?

Here at FTCT we believe no UK fashion and textile family should struggle financially to meet their child’s basic needs.

We currently have grants available for families with children aged 18 years or under who are in need of financial assistance. To apply, the parent (or carer) must work or have recently worked in the UK fashion and textile industry for at least 1 year or more. This employment must have been within the last nine years.

To apply for a grant, please follow the links at the bottom of this page. 

What is a grant and how could it help your family?

A grant is a financial donation that you don’t have to repay.

The grant must be used to buy essential items for your children such as clothing, school uniform, bedding or shoes. It can also be used for essential household items which support your children's wellbeing such as replacing a broken washing machine. 

What we fund

No two families are the same and each request is assessed based on individual needs on a case by case basis. As a guide, here are some examples of the items our grants can typically fund: 

 Essential Clothing                                  Study Essentials 

 Children's bedroom furniture               White goods

 Mobility equipment                               Sensory items

 Educational support                              Specialist educational support

Before applying, please check the full list of what we fund and what we can't fund. 

Grants can be paid in one-off or ongoing amounts, depending on your child's needs. 

Funding for specialist equipment

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