Grants
Last year we helped around 59,000 families across the UK with £33 million in grants. To many families we were a lifeline providing support when it was much needed.
Grants for 16 & 17 years old
The Family Fund wants to help more young people than ever before!
Whilst families can apply for things such as holidays, washing machines, holidays, and hospital visiting costs, we also encourage requests from young people that have a particular meaning to their age group, such as driving lessons, laptops and equipment for college.
Who we help
We help families across the UK who are raising a disabled child or young person with additional complex needs or children and young people with a serious illness.
Grants for 16 & 17 years old
The Family Fund wants to help more young people than ever before!
Whilst families can apply for things such as holidays, washing machines, holidays, and hospital visiting costs, we also encourage requests from young people that have a particular meaning to their age group, such as driving lessons, laptops and equipment for college.
How we help
We will look at any grant request that relates to the needs of a disabled or seriously ill child, young person and their family. Find out more about how we help.
Grants for 16 & 17 years old
The Family Fund wants to help more young people than ever before!
Whilst families can apply for things such as holidays, washing machines, holidays, and hospital visiting costs, we also encourage requests from young people that have a particular meaning to their age group, such as driving lessons, laptops and equipment for college.
How to apply
If you think you may be able to apply to the Fund you can do so in a number of ways. Find out about applying for a grant today.
Grants for 16 & 17 years old
The Family Fund wants to help more young people than ever before!
Whilst families can apply for things such as holidays, washing machines, holidays, and hospital visiting costs, we also encourage requests from young people that have a particular meaning to their age group, such as driving lessons, laptops and equipment for college.
After you apply
Watch our short film to see the journey of a family's grant application and find out what happens after you apply.
Grants for 16 & 17 years old
The Family Fund wants to help more young people than ever before!
Whilst families can apply for things such as holidays, washing machines, holidays, and hospital visiting costs, we also encourage requests from young people that have a particular meaning to their age group, such as driving lessons, laptops and equipment for college.
My application
If you have been helped before, you can check if we have received your new application and the progress of it online or by text.
Grants for 16 & 17 years old
The Family Fund wants to help more young people than ever before!
Whilst families can apply for things such as holidays, washing machines, holidays, and hospital visiting costs, we also encourage requests from young people that have a particular meaning to their age group, such as driving lessons, laptops and equipment for college.
Families we help
See how our grants can make all the difference to families caring for disabled and seriously ill children.
Grants for 16 & 17 years old
The Family Fund wants to help more young people than ever before!
Whilst families can apply for things such as holidays, washing machines, holidays, and hospital visiting costs, we also encourage requests from young people that have a particular meaning to their age group, such as driving lessons, laptops and equipment for college.
Extra savings
Take a look at the exclusive savings available to families caring for disabled children with the latest offers and discounts from retailers.
Grants for 16 & 17 years old
The Family Fund wants to help more young people than ever before!
Whilst families can apply for things such as holidays, washing machines, holidays, and hospital visiting costs, we also encourage requests from young people that have a particular meaning to their age group, such as driving lessons, laptops and equipment for college.
Other help
Here you will find a list of organisations who provide a wide variety of services, advice and other help for children with disabilities and their carers.
Grants for 16 & 17 years old
The Family Fund wants to help more young people than ever before!
Whilst families can apply for things such as holidays, washing machines, holidays, and hospital visiting costs, we also encourage requests from young people that have a particular meaning to their age group, such as driving lessons, laptops and equipment for college.
Your questions
Looking for even more information about our grants? See if our questions and answers page can help.
Grants for 16 & 17 years old
The Family Fund wants to help more young people than ever before!
Whilst families can apply for things such as holidays, washing machines, holidays, and hospital visiting costs, we also encourage requests from young people that have a particular meaning to their age group, such as driving lessons, laptops and equipment for college.
Travel Insurance
Find out more about the Family Fund's Travel Insurance for your family break.
from £22.49* per family per trip
*inclusive of fees.
Get involved
There are many ways you can help us to reach more families than ever before. Whether you have a little or a lot of time, by getting involved you can make a real difference.
Donate and fundraise for us
We know that there are far more families that need our help.
Last year we managed to help an additional 3,000 families. If you can make a small donation, or have time to fundraise for us, you can be assured that every penny you raise goes directly as grant help to families.
Just about anything can become a fundraising event with a little imagination. See our A to Z of ideas to help get you started.
Tell someone
If you know any families who may not have heard about the Fund before, please tell them about us and help us to reach more families than ever before.
Donate and fundraise for us
We know that there are far more families that need our help.
Last year we managed to help an additional 3,000 families. If you can make a small donation, or have time to fundraise for us, you can be assured that every penny you raise goes directly as grant help to families.
Just about anything can become a fundraising event with a little imagination. See our A to Z of ideas to help get you started.
Meet us
We can often be found at events up and down the UK spreading the word about the Fund and telling families and professionals about our grants. See if we’re heading to an event near you.
Donate and fundraise for us
We know that there are far more families that need our help.
Last year we managed to help an additional 3,000 families. If you can make a small donation, or have time to fundraise for us, you can be assured that every penny you raise goes directly as grant help to families.
Just about anything can become a fundraising event with a little imagination. See our A to Z of ideas to help get you started.
Donate
Make a difference today and for a suggested online donation you can receive our Family Fund bear, pin badge or other goodies. Your donations mean we can help even more families.
Donate and fundraise for us
We know that there are far more families that need our help.
Last year we managed to help an additional 3,000 families. If you can make a small donation, or have time to fundraise for us, you can be assured that every penny you raise goes directly as grant help to families.
Just about anything can become a fundraising event with a little imagination. See our A to Z of ideas to help get you started.
Tell your story
We want to know how a grant from the Fund has made a difference to your family so we can improve the service we offer and continue to be a voice for families.
Donate and fundraise for us
We know that there are far more families that need our help.
Last year we managed to help an additional 3,000 families. If you can make a small donation, or have time to fundraise for us, you can be assured that every penny you raise goes directly as grant help to families.
Just about anything can become a fundraising event with a little imagination. See our A to Z of ideas to help get you started.
Take our survey
We want to make sure we do the best we can for families. That is why we really want to hear your views about how our grants and the services we provide make a real difference.
Donate and fundraise for us
We know that there are far more families that need our help.
Last year we managed to help an additional 3,000 families. If you can make a small donation, or have time to fundraise for us, you can be assured that every penny you raise goes directly as grant help to families.
Just about anything can become a fundraising event with a little imagination. See our A to Z of ideas to help get you started.
Fundraise for us
Whether you have a little time or a lot of time, there is always something you can do to make a difference. See our A to Z of ideas for inspiration.
Donate and fundraise for us
We know that there are far more families that need our help.
Last year we managed to help an additional 3,000 families. If you can make a small donation, or have time to fundraise for us, you can be assured that every penny you raise goes directly as grant help to families.
Just about anything can become a fundraising event with a little imagination. See our A to Z of ideas to help get you started.
Other ways
There are so many more ways you and your organisation can get involved and make a difference to families caring for disabled and seriously ill children.
Donate and fundraise for us
We know that there are far more families that need our help.
Last year we managed to help an additional 3,000 families. If you can make a small donation, or have time to fundraise for us, you can be assured that every penny you raise goes directly as grant help to families.
Just about anything can become a fundraising event with a little imagination. See our A to Z of ideas to help get you started.
News
Here you will find the Fund's latest news, announcements, newsletters, research and reports as well as press and media contacts and other information..
Our annual review 2010-11
Last year, more families than ever before turned to us for support and we continue to be the largest provider of grants to families. In 2010/11 we supported over 56,700 familes across the UK, despite the difficult funding environment. Our annual review tells families, funders and supporters about some of the ways we have made a difference to the lives of disabled and seriously ill children, young people and their families in the last year. Download your copy today.
Latest news
Here you will find our latest news and announcements, along with other useful information both from the Fund and the charities and organisations we work with.
Our annual review 2010-11
Last year, more families than ever before turned to us for support and we continue to be the largest provider of grants to families. In 2010/11 we supported over 56,700 familes across the UK, despite the difficult funding environment. Our annual review tells families, funders and supporters about some of the ways we have made a difference to the lives of disabled and seriously ill children, young people and their families in the last year. Download your copy today.
Our newsletters
Our newsletters let our supporters know about some of the ways we make a difference to the lives of families raising a disabled or seriously ill child or young person.
Our annual review 2010-11
Last year, more families than ever before turned to us for support and we continue to be the largest provider of grants to families. In 2011/12 we supported over 59,000 familes across the UK, despite the difficult funding environment. Our annual review tells families, funders and supporters about some of the ways we have made a difference to the lives of disabled and seriously ill children, young people and their families in the last year. Download your copy today.
Our research
Extensive research and impactful reports that not only highlight important issues but also provide a voice for families about the matters that affect them.
Our annual review 2010-11
Last year, more families than ever before turned to us for support and we continue to be the largest provider of grants to families. In 2010/11 we supported over 56,700 familes across the UK, despite the difficult funding environment. Our annual review tells families, funders and supporters about some of the ways we have made a difference to the lives of disabled and seriously ill children, young people and their families in the last year. Download your copy today.
Press and media
Here you will find further information and resources for the Fund’s press and media contacts including our profile and history, brand guidelines and contact information.
Our annual review 2010-11
Last year, more families than ever before turned to us for support and we continue to be the largest provider of grants to families. In 2010/11 we supported over 59,000 familes across the UK, despite the difficult funding environment. Our annual review tells families, funders and supporters about some of the ways we have made a difference to the lives of disabled and seriously ill children, young people and their families in the last year. Download your copy today.
About us
We are the largest independent grant-giving organisation helping low-income families caring for a disabled child. Find out about who we are, what we do and how you can get in touch with us.
Families we've helped
Six year old Tommy has cerebral palsy. When he moved into his new house with mum and dad the garden was completely overgrown. They applied to the Family Fund for help with gardening and received money towards fencing, a sandpit and some sensory equipment. Together with landscaping work from dad, the garden has been transformed. "You can’t believe it’s the same place" says mum. "It’s so private with the fencing and Tommy just loves being in the garden now".
Who we are
The Family Fund is a registered charity covering the whole of the UK and mainly funded by the national governments of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Find out about our trustees, our staff and our charity.
Families we've helped
Life changed for mum Natalie when Tyler was diagnosed with Williams syndrome at one year old. "Tyler’s condition has had a tremendous effect on family life", says mum. "Tyler has a weak immune system, he has had pneumonia seven times and we were told at Christmas 2008 that he would die". Tyler’s condition has left mum on high alert to every cough, cold or sniffle and it has left Tyler afraid of hospitals. The first grant the Fund gave was for a washing machine. Mum says “There isn’t words to describe what you do. You do more good than you realise”.
What we do
Last year the Fund made a difference to the lives of around 56,700 families across the UK with over £32 million in grants that relate to the needs of their disabled child or young person.
Families we've helped
Seven year old Liam has Amniotic band disruption and severe asthma. He finds it very hard to walk distances and becomes stiff if he sits for a long time. It has been a real struggle for the whole family as they have had to work round Liam’s condition. Liam loves swimming and cycling so it was the Family Fund’s latest grant for bicycles for the whole family that has really made a difference. "We can do things and feel good as a family now and not be stuck indoors. We go on picnics and even if I want to walk anywhere, Liam can ride beside me on his bike."
Annual review
Our annual reviews tell families, funders and supporters some of the ways we make a difference to the lives of disabled and seriously ill children, young people and their families. Read our annual review 2010/11 to find out more.
Families we've helped
Mum and dad have five children, three of whom have severe and complex neuro-disabilities. Ali has epilepsy, visual impairment and severe learning difficulties, Amellia has cerebral palsy, epilepsy, microcephaly and severe learning difficulties and Zain has cerebral palsy, visual impairment and severe global delay. Over the years the we have supported the family with a washing machine and tumble dryer, driving lessons for Mum so she can take the children to hospital appointments and a much-needed family break.
Other work we do
Through joint working and our administrative services we help charities and other organisations to make the most of their funding and improve efficiency.
Families we've helped
Help from the Family Fund comes in various innovative forms which can help not just a disabled child, but also their brothers and sisters to get more out of life. The Fund’s latest award – a Wii, has added a new dimension to Lucy's family life. “We have a bowling game, a fishing game and the High School Musical dancing game on the Wii” says mum. “It’s the best way we can all play together as a family.”
Work for us
From applications to regional development, marketing to IT, and more – whatever role you take with us you’ll be making a difference. Do you have what it takes? Find out more about working for the Family Fund.
Families we've helped
Kiera’s mother died when she was three months old and she is now cared for by her grandma. Now six, Kiera has a cleft palate and reflux problems and is very prone to chest and ear infections. Her grandma couldn’t drive and had difficulty getting to hospital appointments but life changed when the Family Fund paid for a course of up to 45 driving lessons. “I was 56 when I started and passed after 5 months. Appointments don’t present any problems now. My life has opened up in a way I could never have imagined."
Contact us
There are many ways to get in touch with us to ask a question or share your views. You can send us a message or contact us by email, telephone, textphone, fax or by post.
Families we've helped
Mohammed has spina bifida, cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus and sickle cell anaemia - he finds it difficult to walk long distances and needs extra support when out and about. Mum says "We hadn’t had a break for so long and thanks to the Family Fund we were able to get away together as a family." Mohammed also needs extra support with school work and with the family’s latest grant of a computer, Dad is now able to help Mohammed with his homework and to catch up on lessons.