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Supporting Documents Explained

Supporting Documents Explained

Find out more about the documents you need to provide when applying for a grant. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2024

Updated: 1st July, 2026

Author: Jill Haines

Getting your employment history from HMRC

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. Read more

Published: 3rd May, 2022

Updated: 12th September, 2025

Author: Jill Haines

How to download a bank statement

How to download a bank statement

If you're not sure how to download a PDF bank statement, check this page for instructions from your account provider. Read more

Published: 25th August, 2021

Updated: 26th June, 2024

Author: Jill Haines

Self-Employed Applicants

Self-Employed Applicants

If you are self-employed, you will need to send us some evidence of your work and business to support your application. Use this page to find out what is needed. Read more

Published: 6th July, 2021

Updated: 9th June, 2026

Author: Jill Haines

Grant Award Terms & Conditions

Grant Award Terms & Conditions

Full guidance on how to make sure your grant meets our T&C's, plus instructions for returning your receipts to us. Read more

Published: 26th January, 2020

Updated: 26th June, 2024

Author: Jill Haines

Addiction Support

Addiction Support

Addiction is a common problem, but help is available. If addiction is causing your household financial difficulties, this page offers some guidance links to help. Read more

Published: 25th January, 2020

Updated: 26th June, 2024

Author: Jill Haines

Useful links

Useful links

If you can't apply to our charity or want extra support, here's a list of charities to try. Read more

Published: 17th January, 2017

Updated: 30th January, 2026

Author: Jill Haines

Applying Again?

Applying Again?

If you have previously received an FTCT grant, you will need to wait at least 12 months since your last grant awarded and demonstrate how you meet our current criteria. Read more

Published: 5th July, 2016

Updated: 14th April, 2026

Author: Jill Haines

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  • Five Questions to Ask Before Buying School Uniform

    Five Questions to Ask Before Buying School Uniform

    Before you start shopping for school uniform, asking a few simple questions could help you save money, reduce waste and make back-to-school planning feel more manageable.

  • Save Money with School Uniform Banks

    Save Money with School Uniform Banks

    School uniforms can be one of the biggest back-to-school expenses. Find out how school uniform banks can help families save money and discover FTCT's free School Uniform Bank Directory.

  • Back-to-School Budget Tips from Real Parents

    Back-to-School Budget Tips from Real Parents

    We've rounded up some of the budgeting tips we regularly hear from parents, alongside practical ideas to help make back-to-school shopping a little more manageable.

  • A Simple Back-to-School Checklist for Parents

    A Simple Back-to-School Checklist for Parents

    Our Back-to-School checklist is designed to help parents stay organised, plan ahead, and keep track of everything they may need before September.

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  • Getting your employment history from HMRC

    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.

  • Could I apply?

    Could I apply?

    We give grants to help parents and carers who work (or used to work) in the UK fashion and textile industry. Find out more about our criteria and application process.

  • Make an application enquiry

    Make an application enquiry

    Apply for a grant by completing our online enquiry form.

  • Back-to-School Grants

    Back-to-School Grants

    Our back-to-school grants fund study essentials, such as school uniform, PE kit and more for children aged 0-18 years.

  • Grants for disabled children

    Grants for disabled children

    If you're raising a disabled child, an FTCT grant could help with specialist equipment, therapies and more.

  • Grants for essential appliances

    Grants for essential appliances

    Our grants can provide funding for white goods and other essential household items.

  • Qualifying Employers

    Qualifying Employers

    A full list of the fashion and textile employers which meet our trade criteria.

  • Enquiry Form Submitted

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

  • Useful links

    Useful links

    If you can't apply to our charity or want extra support, here's a list of charities to try.

  • Supporting Documents Explained

    Supporting Documents Explained

    Find out more about the documents you need to provide when applying for a grant.

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