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Challenger Children’s Fund

The fund was set up in the 1970’s by Equality Choice Action Support (ECAS).It aims to improve the quality of life for hundreds of disabled youngsters up to the age of 17, throughout Scotland.

What is the funding for?
The Fund gives financial help to physically disabled children up to the age of 18years giving them the chance to do something they could not normally afford, for example, holidays at Trefoil House, a specially adapted mansion near Edinburgh.

How much money is available?
Grants to individuals are normally in the order of £200, although larger amounts will be considered for other purposes such as the purchase of specialised equipment which will make a real difference to the child’s life.

Who can apply?
Funds are available for physically disabled children throughout Scotland.

When to apply
Applications can be made at any time and are usually considered every six weeks.

How to apply
Application forms are available from: ECAS, Cunningham Unit, Astley Ainslie Hospital, 133 Grange Loan, Edinburgh EH9 2 hl
Tel: 0131 537 9093 Fax: 0131 537 9095 or visit: www.ecas-edinburgh.org

Key words: children, disability, welfare