Variety The Children’s Charity focuses on practical, life-changing support for disabled and disadvantaged children across the UK, especially where equipment, mobility, access, and inclusion can improve daily life. Its giving is highly programmatic and hands-on, often funding specific items or experiences such as wheelchairs, Sunshine Coaches, special equipment, hospital support, and memorable days out. The charity also supports supported internships and advocacy-related initiatives that help young people build skills and access opportunities.
Invite-only, program-specific support with variable grant sizes; often provides in-kind equipment or targeted contributions toward capital, transport, or project costs rather than open-ended operating grants.
This funder appears to operate through invite-only programmes rather than open applications, so nonprofits should first align closely with one of its named programmes and build relationships with the charity or its partners. Be ready to show clear beneficiary impact, UK geography, and a specific need for equipment, transport, hospital support, or inclusive activities.
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Current and upcoming funding from Variety The Children's Charity that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Applicants must be 18 or under, have a recognised disability or long-term health condition, and be permanently resident in the UK. Proof of residency and financial circumstances are required, plus a letter of support from a relevant healthcare professional and a supplier quote.
Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time.
Who can apply: Applicants must not yet have reached their 19th birthday and must have a recognised disability or long-term health condition that permanently affects mobility. Young people aged 13+ may apply themselves. Proof of residency and financial requirements are required, plus supporting documents; sports wheelchair applicants also need a letter from their sports club.
Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time.
Who can apply: Open to SEND schools and non-profit organisations. Applicants complete the online eligibility check and user account process.
Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time.
Who can apply: Open to schools and non-profit organisations across the UK that work with disabled and disadvantaged children and young people aged 18 and under. Families are not eligible.
Deadline: Registration can be completed at any time; events are offered throughout the year in the applicant's area.
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