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Impact statistics

Showing the impact we've had on families and communities across the UK is essential. It informs our volunteers, supporters and families themselves about the effectiveness of our work.

Here's how our work supported children of families working in the British fashion and textile industry last year:

783

Children living in financial insecurity were supported by our grants last year.

£386,000

Was given out in grants by our charity last year, to provide children with the essentials they needed to thrive.

Happy 

Is the word most used by parents to describe how their child felt after receiving the grant from our charity.  

Supported

Is the word most used by parents to describe how they felt when applying to our charity for a grant. 


Ways to support us

There are a number of ways you can support us. From volunteering to fundraising, making a one-off donation to corporate sponsorship. We are truly grateful for any support you can give to our charity.

Published: 16th June, 2017

Updated: 11th February, 2026

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