Why we help
In England, there are over 86,000 children with life-threatening conditions. Families face the possibility of loss and daily struggles.
Find out moreYour donations are urgently needed to provide support for more families with a seriously ill child. Help more families in need today.
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity supports families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness.
In England, there are over 86,000 children with life-threatening conditions. Families face the possibility of loss and daily struggles.
Find out moreRainbow Trust pairs each family with an expert Family Support Worker, giving them practical and emotional support.
Find out moreWe support the whole family including parents, carers, the unwell child, brothers, sisters and grandparents.
Find out moreBy donating to us, you are helping us support families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness.
Donate todayIt is only thanks to your donations that we can give life-threatened children and their families expert support for as long as they need it.
Donate nowChoose a challenge, pledge your birthday or let us inspire you with some great fundraising ideas.
Fundraise nowJoin our friendly volunteer team and help make a difference to families who have a seriously ill child.
Volunteer nowWe are delighted to share our Impact Report: Imprints. It is called that because families tell us the imprints or impressions we leave on their lives last forever.
'There’s someone there for you to talk to, who’s willing to help and is just really adaptable. Laura understands what it’s like'
Read more‘Jaimie has been my absolute rock to be honest. I would feel so lost without her. She has made such a big difference to our lives.'
Read moreWilliam has undergone two kidney transplants: He has one kidney donated from his mother and one from his father.
Read more26 Apr 2025: Join us for the ultimate outdoor challenge, where you’ll push your limits and conquer the elements.
Find out more27 Apr 2025: The adidas Manchester Marathon is one of the UK’s premier running events, famous for its fast, flat and friendly route.
Find out more5 Dec 2024: Join us for this magical, candlelit evening and celebrate the beginning of the festive season.
Find out moreIt is called Imprints because families tell us the imprints or impressions we leave on their lives last forever.
Read moreSpeaking today, Rainbow Trust’s Chief Executive, Zillah Bingley, highlighted the potential impact of the employer's National Insurance (NI) increase on the charity’s vital work.
Read moreToday’s Budget was disappointing news for families with a terminally ill child, who Rainbow Trust supports.
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